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Dash-Pot

Definition:

A dash-pot is a mechanical device used in various applications to provide resistance to motion, particularly in controlling the speed or damping of movement.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun:
   • A device used in automotive suspension systems to dampen shocks and vibrations.
   • An element used in engineering and machinery to provide controlled resistance in the movement of mechanical parts.
2. Verb:
   • To install or incorporate dash-pots into a system to regulate motion.
   • To adjust the dash-pot settings for optimal control.

Examples:

Noun:

• The dash-pot in the car's suspension system effectively absorbs shocks on bumpy roads.
• The engineers implemented a new dash-pot design to provide better damping in the machine's moving parts.

Verb:

• In order to improve stability, they decided to dash-pot the pendulum swing of the clock mechanism.
• The technician expertly dash-potted the robotic arm to enhance its precision during assembly.

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• Dash-Pot for Engineering and Machinery
• Dash-Pot for Pendulum Clocks
• Dash-Pot for Robotic Arms