preload
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- noun
- /ˈpriˌloʊd/
- Specialized
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precarga
- Spring design in general, and spring rate and preload in particular, are important, yet often overlooked characteristics in HFE.
- an adjustable preload
- spring preload
- preload force
Examples
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To ensure that the oscillating head was in good contact with the soft tissues during the test, we required a preload.
Academic text (2001) -
The suspension is largely non-adjustable, with only spring preload changes available in the shock.
Blog text (25) -
One application of BEAST might be to set the operating bearing clearance or preload.
Academic text (2010) -
A preload of 5-10 N was applied to define surface contact and the zero point.
Academic text (1996) -
A large preload produces large stiction forces.
Academic text (1996) -
An additional feature is a bearing preload adjustment that does not protrude from the motor.
Academic text (2001) -
Using these washers in order to achieve maximum preload allows designers to maximize joint strength, according to the manufacturer.
Academic text (2005) -
Preload indicating washers provide an accurate method of measuring the preload or clamp force in a bolted joint.
Academic text (2005) -
The rear shock absorber provides 119 mm stroke, adjustable in compression, rebound, and spring preload.
Blog text (7) -
Proper preload of the suspension springs is essential for optimal vehicle handling.
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Preload comes from the prefix pre- 'before' and load 'to put weight or pressure on something', so in mechanics it means giving a part a set pressure or tension before the machine runs to make it fit and work correctly.