hydrostatic lock
"Hydrostatic lock" refers to a mechanical failure often occurring in engines due to the presence of liquid in areas meant for gas compression.
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Definition
C1Internal Combustion Engines
(technical)A condition where liquid enters the combustion chamber, preventing the piston from moving because the liquid cannot be compressed.
Example
- The engine suffered a hydrostatic lock after driving through the flooded street.
C1Hydraulic Systems
(technical)A failure in hydraulic systems where fluid blocks the movement of pistons, leading to system malfunction.
Example
- Hydrostatic lock in the hydraulic system caused the machinery to seize up.
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