Definition of "electromechanical" [electromechanical]

• Relating to a mechanical device or system that is actuated or controlled by electricity. (adjective)

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• "Swapatorium bought this cool-looking old metal bulldog statuette and discovered that it contains some kind of electromechanical component."
• "Parker's electro-hydraulic actuator technology has been developed to provide an alternative to the use of conventional linear-motion technologies, such as electromechanical and pneumatic drives, in applications where high power is required from actuators with a small envelope, or where no mains power supply is readily available."
• "This makes the new Compact EHA ideal for use as an alternative to conventional linear movement technologies such as electromechanical and pneumatic drives."