Brownout

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-000793",
  "term": "Brownout",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A reduction in voltage in an electrical power supply, often resulting in dimming lights and malfunctioning equipment. This condition is less severe than a blackout but can still cause damage to sensitive electronics or disrupt industrial processes. Brownouts can occur due to high demand or issues within the power grid.",
  "subject": "Industrial safety",
  "see_also": [
    "rolling brownout"
  ],
  "references": [
    "20 Tough Questions for the Fire Chief (Firehouse)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Brownout",
    "es": "cierre temporal",
    "fr": "fermeture temporaire"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/brownout/"
}