- Eddy currents
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- Induced currents flowing in a core.
- Localized currents induced in an iron core by alternating magnetic flux. These currents translate into losses (heat), and their minimization is an important factor in lamination design
- Edgebrand
- A series of codes on the side of a brake lining that identify material, and the friction coefficient of the lining. Only meant for identification and comparison, the edgebrand does not indicate lining quality.
- Edge guard
- Rubber or plastic, U-section strip fitted to panel edges to protect them against chipping, etc.
- Edge joint
- A joint formed when two pieces of metal are lapped with at least one edge of each at an edge of the other.
- Edge-ride
- The tendency of crankshaft main bearings to ride up the radius (rather than seat on the journal) when the radius is too large
- Edge trim
- Rubber or plastic, U-section strip fitted to panel edges to protect them against chipping, etc.
- Edgy
- A colloquial term used by vehicle salespeople to describe a customer who may or may not be able to get his car financed. He is on the edge of getting financing.
- EDI
- Acronym for Electronic Data Interchange -- The business-to-business interconnection of computers for the rapid exchange of a wide variety of documents, from bills of lading to build tickets at auto plants.
- EDIS
- Acronym for Electronic Direct Ignition System -- replaced by EI
- EDR
- Acronym for Event Data Recorder -- a device which is sometimes called an automobile black box which records a number of critical functions of the engine and drivetrain.
