A manufactured product undergoing testing, either at first manufacture or later during its life cycle as part of ongoing functional testing and calibration checks, which can also include a test after reparation to establish that the product is performing in accordance with the original product specification.

(electricity) A device, usually a fuse, polyfuse, or circuit breaker, intended to detect and stop an overcurrent condition.

Synonym of IDE

An unconventional or amateur explosive weapon made from nonmilitary components, especially one used by guerillas, commandos or terrorists.

(computing, technology) Any device which employs the electric, magnetic or optical properties of a solid, especially of semiconductors.

(computing) Any hardware device allowing a user to interact with a computer, such as a keyboard or mouse.

A life vest or other device or article of clothing designed to be used by one person as an aid to remaining safely afloat in water, especially in a emergency situation.

(fishing) A device that allows a captured sea turtle to escape when caught in a fishing net.

A specialized immobilization backboard device used to protect the spinal cord in patients that are found in a confined or seated position such as a car in auto extrications.

A device for the movement of electrical charge, usually from within the device to an area where the charge can be manipulated, for example by conversion into a digital value.