Glossary M
Deutsch: Mikronetz / Español: Microrred / Português: Microrrede / Français: Microréseau / Italiano: Microrete
A Microgrid is a localized energy system capable of operating autonomously or in conjunction with the main power grid. It integrates distributed energy resources (DERs) such as solar panels, wind turbines, and battery storage to enhance energy resilience, efficiency, and sustainability in industrial and community settings. This technology is increasingly critical for industries seeking energy independence and reduced operational costs.
Deutsch: Mechanische Leistungsübertragung / Español: Transmisión mecánica de potencia / Português: Transmissão mecânica de potência / Français: Transmission mécanique de puissance / Italiano: Trasmissione meccanica di potenza
The transfer of energy from a source to a load via mechanical systems is fundamental to modern industry. Mechanical Power Transmission enables the controlled distribution of rotational or linear motion, ensuring efficiency and reliability in machinery. Without it, processes ranging from automotive manufacturing to renewable energy generation would be impossible.
Deutsch: Produktionsstätte / Español: Planta de fabricación / Português: Planta de fabricação / Français: Usine de fabrication / Italiano: Stabilimento di produzione
A Manufacturing Plant is a specialized industrial facility designed for large-scale production of goods through systematic processes. These facilities integrate machinery, labor, and automation to transform raw materials into finished products, serving as the backbone of modern industry. Efficiency, scalability, and compliance with regulatory standards are central to their operation.
Deutsch: Materialdegradation / Español: Degradación de Materiales / Português: Degradação de Materiais / Français: Dégradation des Matériaux / Italiano: Degrado dei Materiali
The progressive deterioration of materials under environmental, mechanical, or chemical stress is a critical concern in industrial applications. Material Degradation encompasses a range of processes that compromise structural integrity, performance, and lifespan, leading to costly failures or inefficiencies. Understanding its mechanisms is essential for designing durable systems, optimizing maintenance, and ensuring safety in sectors from aerospace to energy.
Deutsch: Monoethanolamin / Español: monoetanolamina / Português: monoetanolamina / Français: monoéthanolamine / Italiano: monoetanolammina
Monoethanolamine (MEA) is a colorless, viscous liquid with the chemical formula C₂H₇NO. It possesses both amine and alcohol functional groups, enabling it to act as a weak base and a hydrophilic solvent. MEA is characterized by a mild ammonia-like odor and is highly soluble in water and alcohols, making it versatile for various industrial applications.
Deutsch: Membran / Español: membrana / Português: membrana / Français: membrane / Italiano: membrana
Membrane refers to a selective barrier that allows certain substances to pass while blocking others. In industrial contexts, membranes are engineered materials used to separate, filter, or purify substances in various processes. They are integral to numerous applications due to their efficiency, scalability, and ability to operate under diverse conditions.
Deutsch: Metallproduktion / Español: producción de metales / Português: produção de metais / Français: production de métal / Italiano: produzione di metalli
Metal production refers to the industrial processes involved in extracting, refining, and processing metals from their ores or recycled materials into usable forms. This encompasses a series of operations including mining, smelting, alloying, and casting, which transform raw materials into metal products essential for various applications across multiple industries.
Deutsch: Milchprotein / Español: Proteína de la leche / Português: Proteína do leite / Français: Protéine du lait / Italiano: Proteina del latte
Milk protein refers to the proteins naturally found in milk, primarily casein and whey protein, which are widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries. These proteins are valued for their high nutritional quality, functional properties, and ability to enhance the texture, stability, and protein content of various products.