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Meaning of flywheels
A flywheel is a heavy wheel attached to a rotating shaft, used to smooth out the delivery of power from a machine.
Etymology of flywheels
The word "flywheel" has its roots in the 15th century, derived from the Old English words "flian" meaning "to fly" and "hwēol" meaning "wheel", with the term initially referring to a lightweight wheel that rotated quickly.
Over time, the term evolved to describe a heavy wheel used to regulate the speed of machines, particularly in textile manufacturing and other industrial applications.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A flywheel is a heavy wheel or disc with a long rotational inertia, used to smooth out the delivery of power from a machine, absorbing energy when the machine's power output exceeds the load, and releasing it when the load exceeds the power output.
- In mechanics, a flywheel is a type of wheel that resists changes in its rotational speed, due to its large moment of inertia.
Usage Examples
- The engine's flywheel helped to smooth out the power delivery, reducing vibrations and improving overall performance.
- In the factory, the flywheel on the machinery played a crucial role in maintaining a consistent speed, despite fluctuations in the power supply.
Antonyms
brake
stop
inhibitor
restrainer
limiter
dampener
suppressor
silencer
muffler
stabilizer
balancer
equalizer
regulator
governor
accelerator
decelerator
retarder
drag
friction
resistance
obstacle
hindrance
impediment
barrier