fotomekaanisesti

Fotomekaanisesti is a Swedish term that translates to "photomechanically" in English. It refers to processes or methods that involve the use of light and mechanical actions, often in combination. This term is frequently encountered in the context of printing and manufacturing.

In printing, photomechanical processes describe techniques where light is used to transfer an image onto a printing plate. This often involves photochemical reactions that harden or alter specific areas of a photosensitive coating on the plate, creating the relief or intaglio image necessary for printing. Examples include photolithography and photogravure. These methods replaced earlier, purely mechanical or manual image transfer techniques by offering greater precision and the ability to reproduce complex photographic imagery.

Beyond printing, "fotomekaanisesti" can also describe the operation of certain mechanical devices that are activated or controlled by light. This might include sensors that trigger a mechanical response when light is detected or interrupted, or manufacturing processes where light-sensitive materials are exposed to light to initiate a mechanical or chemical change, leading to the formation or shaping of an object. The core idea remains the interplay between light and mechanical function.