Automotive Technology

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts in automotive technology.

Automotive Technology

The practical application of knowledge about self-propelled vehicles or machines.

Automobile

A vehicle that is capable of propelling itself and plays a crucial role in social, economic and industrial growth.

Nicolas-Joseph Cugnot

Built the first self-propelled road vehicle in 1769 in France.

Nikolaus August Otto

Developed the first efficient internal combustion engine in 1867.

Internal Combustion Engine

A type of engine that generates power through combustion of fuel.

Transmission System

Consists of components that transmit power from the engine to the wheels.

Engine

The component that provides the motive power for the vehicle.

Car body styles

Different designs and configurations of automobiles such as hatchback, sedan, SUV, and convertible.

Automotive Technician

A professional who performs routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles.

Diesel Mechanics

Specialize in the maintenance and repair of diesel engines.

Car Designer

Responsible for creating innovative designs that improve the functionality and appearance of automobiles.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Gear worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses.

Oil Pressure Gauge

An instrument that indicates the oil pressure in the engine.

Coolant

A substance used to regulate the temperature of a system, preventing overheating.

Viscosity

The measured thickness or resistance of a liquid to flow.

Gasket

A mechanical seal that fills the space between two or more mating surfaces to prevent leakage.

Grease

A semi-solid lubricant used to reduce friction and wear between surfaces.

Spark Plug

A device that delivers electric current to ignite the fuel-air mixture in an engine.

Camshaft

A shaft with varying circles that opens and closes the engine's valves.

Crankshaft

The main rotating shaft in the engine that converts linear motion into rotary motion.

Fuel Injector

An electronically controlled valve that injects fuel into the engine.

Four-Stroke Cycle

An internal combustion engine cycle that includes intake, compression, power, and exhaust strokes.

Firing Order

The sequence in which the spark plugs ignite in each cylinder of an engine.

Throttle Body

Controls the amount of air entering the engine.

Glow Plug

A heating device used to assist starting diesel engines in cold conditions.

Distributor

A component that distributes high voltage from the ignition coil to the spark plugs.

Hydrometer

A tool used to measure the specific gravity of a liquid, often used for testing batteries.

Torque Wrench

A tool used to apply a specific torque to a fastener.

Vernier Caliper

A tool used to measure the distance between two opposite sides of an object with high accuracy.

Wrench

A hand tool used for gripping and turning objects, typically nuts and bolts.

Safety Procedures

Guidelines to ensure safety and prevent accidents in the workplace.

Oxygen Sensor

A device that monitors the level of oxygen in the exhaust gases to optimize combustion.

Fuel Filter

A component that removes contaminants from fuel before it reaches the engine.

Brake System

The components in a vehicle that allow for the slowing or stopping of the vehicle.

Suspension System

A system that supports the vehicle's weight and absorbs shocks from the road.