Svingbar

Svingbar is a term used in several Scandinavian languages, most commonly Norwegian Bokmål as svingbar and Swedish as svängbar. It is an adjective that describes something capable of swinging or rotating about a pivot, i.e., able to move in an arc rather than remaining fixed. The word is formed from the verb svinga/svänga (to swing) and the suffix -bar, which denotes capability.

In engineering and design contexts, svängbar/svingbar is used to label components and joints that allow angular movement. Typical examples include a svingbar arm on a crane, a svängbar del in a robotic linkage, or a folding mechanism in furniture that permits rotation from a stored to an in-use position. The concept emphasizes a controlled range of motion, often achieved with hinges, pins, bearings, or other pivot interfaces.

Etymology and usage notes: while the exact spelling varies between languages (svängbar in Swedish; svingbar in Norwegian), the underlying idea is the same—an element designed to swing or pivot. The term is common in technical descriptions, product specifications, and mechanical drawings, where it helps differentiate movable joints from fixed components.

See also: hinge, pivot, articulation, linkage, folding mechanism.