Actuator

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-000089",
  "term": "Actuator",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A mechanical device that converts energy, often electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic, into controlled physical motion. It operates a mechanism or system by moving or controlling a valve, switch, or other component. Actuators are fundamental components in automated systems, ranging from industrial robots to HVAC dampers.",
  "subject": "Energy and utilities",
  "references": [
    "Relay (NIST Computer Security Resource Center)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Aktor",
    "es": "actuador",
    "fr": "actionneur"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/actuator/"
}