choking coil

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Noun choking coil has 1 sense

choke, choke coil, choking coil - a coil of low resistance and high inductance used in electrical circuits to pass direct current and attenuate alternating current
--₁ is a kind of coil
--₁ is a part of circuit, electrical circuit, electric circuit

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Choking Coil

Description:

A choking coil, also known as an inductor or a reactor, is an electrical component typically used to impede the flow of alternating current (AC) while allowing direct current (DC) to pass through. It consists of a coil of wire wound around a magnetic core, creating a high impedance to AC signals at a specific frequency while offering low impedance to DC signals.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - Electrical Engineering

A choking coil is often employed in electronic circuits to prevent unwanted frequencies from passing through, acting as a filter element. It restricts the flow of AC current and reduces electromagnetic interference.

Sense 2:

Noun - Medical

In the medical field, a choking coil refers to a specialized device used to manage choking or instances where foreign objects obstruct a person's airway.