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Deutsch: Tesla-Megapack / Español: Tesla Megapack / Português: Tesla Megapack / Français: Méga-Pack Tesla / Italiano: Tesla Megapack
The Tesla Megapack is a large-scale lithium-ion battery energy storage system designed for utility and industrial applications. Developed by Tesla Energy, it enables grid stabilization, renewable energy integration, and backup power solutions at megawatt-hour (MWh) scale. This technology addresses the growing demand for reliable, scalable energy storage in modern power infrastructure.
Deutsch: Wärmedurchgang / Español: Puente térmico / Português: Ponte térmica / Français: Pont thermique / Italiano: Ponte termico
The phenomenon of Thermal Bridging describes localized areas in industrial structures where heat transfer occurs at a significantly higher rate than through surrounding materials. This effect compromises energy efficiency, structural integrity, and operational safety in industrial applications. Understanding its mechanisms is critical for engineers, architects, and facility managers to mitigate thermal losses and prevent long-term damage.
Deutsch: Drei-Schluchten-Talsperre / Español: Presa de las Tres Gargantas / Português: Barragem das Três Gargantas / Français: Barrage des Trois-Gorges / Italiano: Diga delle Tre Gole
The Three Gorges Dam is the world's largest hydroelectric power station by installed capacity, located on the Yangtze River in Hubei, China. Completed in 2012, it serves as a critical infrastructure project for flood control, electricity generation, and improved river navigation, while also sparking debates over its environmental and social impacts.
Deutsch: Toyota-Produktionssystem / Español: Sistema de Producción Toyota / Português: Sistema Toyota de Produção / Français: Système de Production Toyota / Italiano: Sistema di Produzione Toyota
The Toyota Production System (TPS) is a pioneering manufacturing philosophy developed by Toyota Motor Corporation to maximize efficiency, minimize waste, and ensure continuous improvement. Originating in post-war Japan, it has become a global benchmark for lean production, influencing industries far beyond automotive manufacturing. At its core, TPS integrates principles of just-in-time (JIT) production, jidoka (automation with a human touch), and kaizen (continuous improvement) to create a highly adaptable and customer-focused operational framework.
Deutsch: Tesla-Gigafabrik / Español: Gigafábrica de Tesla / Português: Gigafábrica da Tesla / Français: Gigausine Tesla / Italiano: Gigafabbrica Tesla
The Tesla Gigafactory represents a cornerstone of modern industrial-scale battery and electric vehicle (EV) production. Developed by Tesla, Inc., these facilities are designed to achieve unprecedented economies of scale, reducing costs while accelerating the global transition to sustainable energy. Their strategic locations and advanced automation redefine manufacturing efficiency in the automotive sector.
Deutsch: Technologiesektor, Español: Sector tecnológico, Português: Setor de tecnologia, Français: Secteur technologique, Italiano: Settore tecnologico
Technology Sector is a broad industry classification encompassing businesses that create, develop, manufacture, and distribute technology-based goods and services. In the industrial context, it is not a traditional sector like manufacturing or agriculture, but rather a cross-cutting force that provides the essential tools, infrastructure, and innovation for all other industries to operate, automate, and grow. It is the engine of the modern digital economy.
Deutsch: Spur / Español: traza / Português: traço / Français: trace / Italiano: traccia
Trace in the industrial context refers to the ability to track and document the history, location, or application of products, components, or materials throughout the supply chain. This process, known as traceability, ensures transparency and accountability in manufacturing and distribution processes.
Deutsch: Technologische Obsoleszenz / Español: Obsolescencia tecnológica / Português: Obsolescência tecnológica / Français: Obsolescence technologique / Italiano: Obsolescenza tecnologica
Technological obsolescence refers to the process by which equipment, systems, or products become outdated due to advances in technology, making them less efficient, unsupported, or completely unusable. In the industrial sector, this can impact manufacturing, energy, telecommunications, and IT, requiring businesses to upgrade or replace obsolete technologies to remain competitive.