Definition

1. Noun:
   • An instrument for indicating synchronism: A device that shows whether two periodic motions or alternating currents are in phase or operating at the same frequency.
   • Specifically in aviation: An instrument that enables a pilot to synchronize the rotational speeds of propellers on a multi-engine aircraft.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The engineer used a synchroscope to check if the generator was synchronized with the grid.
  • Before takeoff, the pilot adjusted the engine speeds using the synchroscope.

Advanced Usage

• "To bring into synchronism using a synchroscope": The process of matching the phase and frequency of two systems.
  • The technician brought the new generator online by carefully watching the synchroscope.

Variants and Related Words

• Synchroscope is also known as a synchronoscope.
• Synchronism (n): The state of being synchronous or occurring at the same time.
• Synchronize (v): To cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate.

Synonyms

• Synchronizer: A device that causes synchronization.
• Phase indicator: An instrument that shows the phase relationship between two signals.

Related Technical Terms

• Synchro (n): A type of electromagnetic transducer used for measuring or transmitting angular position.
  • The system uses a synchro to relay the radar dish's position.

Noun

1. an instrument that indicates whether two periodic motions are synchronous (especially an instrument that enables a pilot to synchronize the propellers of a plane that has two or more engines)