Associations to the word «Flywheel»

Wiktionary

FLYWHEEL, noun. A rotating mass used to maintain the speed of a machine within certain limits while the machine receives or releases energy at a varying rate

Dictionary definition

FLYWHEEL, noun. Regulator consisting of a heavy wheel that stores kinetic energy and smooths the operation of a reciprocating engine.

Wise words

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