Muffler

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-003801",
  "term": "Muffler",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A component of a vehicle's exhaust system designed to reduce the noise produced by the engine's exhaust gases. It typically contains a series of chambers, baffles, or perforated tubes that dissipate sound waves through absorption and interference. Mufflers are legally required in most jurisdictions to keep vehicle noise within acceptable limits.",
  "synonyms": [
    "silencer"
  ],
  "subject": "Automotive",
  "see_also": [
    "catalytic converter",
    "tailpipe",
    "sidepipe",
    "manifold",
    "header"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Schalldämpfer",
    "es": "silenciador",
    "fr": "silencieux"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/muffler/"
}