direct coupling

noun

Energy transfer achieved by means of physical contact, i.e., coupling other than inductive or capacitive coupling.

Meanings

noundirect coupling (countable and uncountable, plural direct couplings)

plural direct couplings

  1. countableuncountableEnergy transfer achieved by means of physical contact, i.e., coupling other than inductive or capacitive coupling.

    Synonyms: conductive coupling

Synonyms & antonyms

nounEnergy transfer achieved by means of physical contact, i.e., coupling other than inductive or capacitive coupling.

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