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actuator

noun

Definition of actuator

as in lever

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Recent Examples of actuator These behaviors reflected not only algorithmic performance but also the coordination of the robot body, actuator modules and motion-control system. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026 The third is a network of syringe-injectable implants, each packing two receiving pads, a transistor switch, a battery, and either a sensor or an actuator such as a nerve stimulator. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 30 Sep. 2026 In the rat, sensors worn on the front paws reported to a wearable hub, and the actuator was a stimulator hooked up to the sciatic nerve in the hind leg. — Peter Hall, Scientific American, 29 Sep. 2026 Yet, in research vaguely reminiscent of RoboCop, scientists have used skeletal muscle from a literal frog leg as an actuator to control a tiny robotic manta ray. — New Atlas, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for actuator

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For example, once a rat has been trained to push a lever to get a treat, its dopamine levels will rise at the sight of the lever before the treat is even available.

— Maia Szalavitz, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
Instead of a wall switch, there’s a lever next to the faucet and water is injected directly into the disposal along with enzymes that help break down food to protect pipes.

— Nina Elder, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of lever

Noun

Topping the shifter is an open-pore laminated walnut knob, a thoughtful nod to iconic Porsche endurance racers like the 908 and 917.

— Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
Even the comfort and driving control knobs situated below the phone mount pull out and push back in.

— Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of knob

Noun

The top edge houses the power button, and the bottom edge features a USB-C port for charging and file transfer, along with a microSD card tray slot, which is very rare for ereaders and new to the Go 6.

— Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026
Add to that Safe Return™ Emergency Autoland, where, if the pilot was incapacitated, a touch of a big red button initiates a safe, autonomous landing.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of button

Noun

Her 2024 race in House District 105 was partly a referendum on the party switch, but Cotham survived a recount against Nicole Sidman in a strong year for Republicans overall on the ballot.

— Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 16 Oct. 2026
Hit the light switch, the thermostat, the remote and the door handle on the way in.

— Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026

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