alternating current

ˈɔltərˌneɪtɪŋ ˈkɜrənt
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Translation of alternating current into German

Noun

electricity

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electric current reversing direction periodically
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  • The power supply uses alternating current for efficiency.Die Stromversorgung nutzt Wechselstrom für Effizienz.
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Synonyms and analogies of alternating current in English

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Examples of alternating current in a sentence

  • The generator converts mechanical energy into alternating current.

Translations of "alternating current" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
derWechselstromnm.

Direct current has a consistent voltage, unlike variable alternating current.

Gleichstrom hat eine gleichmäßige Spannung, im Gegensatz zu wechselndem Wechselstrom.

The alternating current in the wires powers the entire house efficiently.

Der Wechselstrom in den Leitungen versorgt das gesamte Haus effizient mit Strom.

Few people realize that alternating current is the basis for modern electrical grids.

Wenige Menschen erkennen, dass Wechselstrom die Grundlage für moderne Stromnetze ist.

You must rectify the alternating current before connecting it to the device.

Sie müssen den Wechselstrom gleichrichten, bevor Sie ihn an das Gerät anschließen.

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Other translations for alternating current:

  • Drehstromnm.
  • Wechselspannung

alternating current: Examples and translations in context

As the coil rotates, the changing magnetic flux generates an alternating current.

Wenn sich die Spule dreht, erzeugt der sich ändernde magnetische Fluss einen Wechselstrom.

Engineers use a sine wave to represent alternating current in circuits.

Ingenieure verwenden eine Sinuswelle, um Wechselstrom in Stromkreisen darzustellen.

He gave you a principle that today you call alternating current.

Er übergab euch ein Prinzip, das ihr heute Wechselstrom nennt.

In most homes, alternating current is supplied through the standard electrical outlets.

In den meisten Haushalten wird Wechselstrom über die standardmäßigen Steckdosen bereitgestellt.

The sine curve is essential for understanding alternating current in circuits.

Die Sinuskurve ist unerlässlich, um Wechselstrom in Stromkreisen zu verstehen.

He studied how alternating current changes direction to better understand electrical systems.

Er studierte, wie Wechselstrom die Richtung ändert, um elektrische Systeme besser zu verstehen.

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alternating electric current
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