Glossary “gap” Definition:
Space between two adjacent parts or surfaces.
g
galvanic action
Glossary “galvanic action” Definition:
The action of electropositive and electronegative metals due to the wasting away of the positive metal. This is most noted when iron (Fe) and brass, copper (Cu), or copper (Cu) and zinc (Zn), are in contact in the presence of an electrolyte.
galvanic battery
Glossary “galvanic battery” Definition:
A D/C voltage source generated by the chemical action of an electrolyte.
galvanic corrosion
Glossary “galvanic corrosion” Definition:
Corrosion caused by contact between dissimilar metals when moisture is present.
galvanic reaction
Glossary “galvanic reaction” Definition:
An electrical reaction caused by heat and water passing through metal pipes or parts at high speeds.
galvanize
Glossary “galvanize” Definition:
An electro chemical process of coating zinc (Zn) to ferrous metals to reduce or prevent rust.
gage
Glossary “gage” Definition:
Less popular way of spelling gauge.
gain
Glossary “gain” Definition:
1). Any increase in the current, voltage or power level of a signal. 2). The ratio of output to input signal level of an amplifier.
gal
Glossary “gal” Definition:
Acronym form of Gallon
gallery
Glossary “gallery” Definition:
Passageway inside a wall or casing, such as for oil circulation.
galling
Glossary “galling” Definition:
1). The friction induced roughness of two metal surfaces in direct sliding contact. 2). The welding up and tearing down of metals due to extreme high temperature and/or inadequate lubrication.
G
Glossary “G” Definition:
Green.
GAGDRIV
Glossary “GAGDRIV” Definition:
Cluster Fuel Gauge Drive Signal