amplidyne

noun

am·pli·dyne | \ ˈampləˌdīn\

plural -s

Definition of amplidyne

: a direct-current generator that by the use of compensating coils and a short circuit across two of its brushes precisely controls a large power output whenever a small power input is varied in the field winding of the generator

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amplification factor

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