ACRONYMS, ABBREVIATION &

JARGONS

ACRONYMS:

They are initials of phrases. They are spoken as single word as given
below:
1) FAQ(Frequently Asked Questions)
2) Laser (light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation) : it is a
process for increasing the intensity and to converge light on a single spot .
3) NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration): The National
Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is the United States
government agency responsible for the civilian space program as well as
aeronautics and aerospace research.
4) NUST (National University of science and technology) : It is Pakistani
institution of engineering and basic sciences .
5) ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers): it is American

society which define mechanical engineering standards and various

definitions.
6) LAN (Local Area Network): A local area network (LAN) is a computer
network that interconnects computers within a limited area such as a
home, school, computer laboratory, or office

7) ANSI (American national standard institute) : it is American society

which define engineering standards.
8) WI-FI (wireless fidelity): Wi-Fi is the name of a popular wireless
networking technology that uses radio waves to provide wireless highspeed Internet and network connections.
9) MOSFET (metaloxidesemiconductor field-effect). It is a type of modern
transistors used in many electronic technologies.

10)

EMCO: (engineering measurement company) : this is

company which manufacture many lathes and tools .

 ABBREVIATION:
They are also initial of phrases but their words are spoken separately.
1) FOS: factor of safety: It is a term used for safety and to avoid any defect
during production of components.
2) SMAW (submerged metal arc welding): it is a type of arc welding done
with the help of electricity.
3) HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning): is the technology of
indoor and vehicular environmental comfort. Its goal is to provide thermal
comfort and acceptable indoor air quality.
4) USB: (universal serial bus) : It is also known as flash memory device .It is
used for storage and for transferring data.
5) APU: (axillary power unit) : It is a power unit used in various gear
production.
6) ICE (Internal combustion engine): it consists of various process which
helps in driving engine of a vehicle.
7) IC (Integrated circuit): It is basically a silicon chip on which many
electronic components and paths are embedded. It is important part of
8)

many computing electronic devices.

SWG (standard wire gauge): It is wire gauge type use to determine

different wire diameters for using in different devices.

9) RPM: Revolution per minute: it is revolutions of any rotating part or

machine which is measured in minutes.

10)
BMD: Bending moment diagram: This diagram is used in
engineering to show all possible forces, moment and torque on a
body under load.

GARGONS:
These are highly technical terms specific to some definite profession and
cannot be used with lay audience.

1)

Broach: To finish the inside of a hole to a shape other than round, as in

a keyway.

2)

Journal: The part of a shaft that rotates within a bearing.

3)

Flange: A projecting rim or edge for fastening, stiffening or positioning.

4)

Cam: A mechanical device consisting of an eccentric or multiply curved

wheel mounted on a rotating shaft, used to produce variable or
reciprocating motion in another engaged or contacted part.

5)

Collet: A cone-shaped sleeve used for holding circular or rod like pieces
in a lathe or other machine.

6)

Collar: A cylindrical feature on a part fitted on a shaft used to prevent

sliding (axial) movement.

7)

Clevis: A U-shaped piece with holes into which a link is inserted and
through which a pin or bolt is run. It is used as a fastening device which
allows rotational motion.

8)

Actuator: a motor that translates control signals into mechanical

movement.

9)

Spline: A cylindrical pattern of keyways. May be external (L) or internal

(R).

10)

Shim: A thin strip of metal inserted between two surfaces to

adjust for fit.

11)

Rack (w/pinion gear):

upon), by a gear (pinion).

A toothed bar acting on (or acted