photronic
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Originally a brand name.
Adjective[edit]
photronic (not comparable)
- Pertaining to photoelectric cells that generate electromotive force by utilizing the action of light on the contact between two dissimilar metals.
- 1937, Rolla Roy Ramsey, Experimental Radio, page 169:
- The photoelectric cell and the Weston photronic cells are the ones in most common use. The photronic cell is an oxide cell and produces a small electromotive force which is proportional to the light intensity.
- 1946, United States. Navy Department. Office of Industrial Relations, U.S. Navy Manual of Safety Equipment, page 93:
- A photronic light meter consists of a photronic cell connected to an electrical meter graduated directly in foot-candles.
Usage notes[edit]
- Not to be confused with photonic.
References[edit]
- Merriam-Webster [1]