lopatkový

The word "lopatkový" is a Czech adjective derived from the noun "lopatka," which translates to "spatula," "paddle," "blade," or "scapula" in English, depending on the context. As an adjective, "lopatkový" describes something related to or possessing these features.

In engineering and mechanics, "lopatkový" often refers to components with blades or paddles. For instance, a "lopatkový ventilátor" is a bladed fan, and "lopatkové kolo" translates to a paddle wheel or impeller. These terms are used to describe rotating machinery where the primary functional element is a set of blades or paddles that interact with a fluid or gas to create motion or transfer energy.

In a more anatomical context, "lopatkový" relates to the scapula, or shoulder blade. A "lopatkový kloub" would refer to the shoulder joint, and "lopatková kost" is the scapula itself. This usage aligns with the broader meaning of "lopatka" as a flat, somewhat broad structure.

The specific meaning of "lopatkový" is therefore determined by the noun it modifies. It consistently conveys the idea of a component or characteristic that is shaped like or functions similarly to a spatula, paddle, or blade.