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Deutsch: Industrielle Automatisierung, Español: Automatización industrial, Português: Automação Industrial, Français: Automatisation industrielle, Italiano: Automazione industriale
Adventure Tourism is a singular noun and a major, rapidly growing segment of the global Tourism Industry. It is defined by the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) as any tourist activity that includes at least two of the following three elements: physical activity, a cultural exchange, and a connection with nature. It moves beyond traditional sightseeing, appealing to travelers who seek unique, immersive, and challenging experiences often involving a degree of perceived or actual risk.
Deutsch: Aktiviertes Aluminiumoxid, Español: Alúmina activada, Português: Alumina ativada, Français: Alumine activée, Italiano: Allumina attivata
Activated Alumina is a highly porous, granular form of aluminum oxide ($\text{Al}_2\text{O}_3$) produced by heating aluminum hydroxide to create a material with a vast internal surface area. In the industrial context, it is primarily used as a desiccant (drying agent), a selective adsorbent (purifier), and a catalyst/catalyst support due to its high surface area-to-weight ratio, high crush strength, and chemical stability. It is a critical component in separation and purification processes across high-value industries.
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Deutsch: Absicherung, Español: Garantía, Português: Garantia, Français: Assurance, Italiano: Garanzia
In the industrial context, assurance refers to systematic processes and practices that ensure products, systems, or services meet specified requirements for quality, safety, reliability, and compliance. It encompasses both quality assurance (QA) and broader risk management strategies that confirm industrial processes are controlled and outputs are consistent and trustworthy.
Deutsch: Automobilindustrie / Español: industria del automóvil / Português: indústria automobilística / Français: industrie automobile / Italiano: industria automobilistica
Automobile industry refers to the sector of industry dedicated to the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles, primarily passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and related components. It encompasses a complex network of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), suppliers, engineering services, logistics, and aftersales providers. This sector is one of the most technologically advanced and globally integrated industries.
Deutsch: Vermögenswert / Español: Activo / Português: Ativo / Français: Actif / Italiano: Attivo
Asset refers to any resource, tangible or intangible, that holds value and is used by an industrial business to generate revenue, improve operations, or maintain functionality. Assets in an industrial context include machinery, equipment, infrastructure, intellectual property, and financial resources. Managing assets efficiently is crucial for operational success, cost control, and long-term sustainability.
Deutsch: Arm / Español: Brazo / Português: Braço / Français: Bras / Italiano: Braccio
Arm in the industrial and industry context typically refers to a mechanical or robotic component designed to perform specific tasks such as lifting, assembling, welding, or material handling. Industrial arms can be robotic, hydraulic, or mechanical, and they play a crucial role in automation and precision engineering.
Deutsch: Automobilproduktion / Español: Manufactura automotriz / Português: Fabricação automotiva / Français: Fabrication automobile / Italiano: Produzione automobilistica
Automotive manufacturing refers to the industrial process of designing, producing, and assembling motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, buses, and motorcycles. This sector involves various stages such as research and development (R&D), engineering, parts production, assembly, and quality control. It is a key driver of technological innovation and economic growth, supporting numerous related industries such as steel, electronics, and logistics.