technologiedrager

English translation: engineering testbed / technology vehicle / technology platform

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Dutch term or phrase:	technologiedrager
English translation:	engineering testbed / technology vehicle / technology platform
Entered by:	Ken Cox

14:28 Nov 27, 2006

Dutch to English translations [PRO]
Tech/Engineering - Automotive / Cars & Trucks

Dutch term or phrase: technologiedrager

Term used to describe a car, truck or bike. I understand this to mean one laden with technology, but can't find a translation, other than 'technology bearer' on websites that are obviously translated. TIA

LAB2004 KudoZ activity Questions: 394 (8 open) (2 without valid answers) (22 closed without grading) Answers: 94 United Kingdom
Local time: 09:38

engineering testbed

Explanation:
... based on the additional context

a testbed is a platform (in any sense) used as an environment for trying out new ideas, designs, products, or whatever.

Selected response from:

Ken Cox
Local time: 10:38

Grading comment

I really apreciated everyone's input on this one - a couple of the solutions would have worked well too. Have added them to my notes for future reference.
4 KudoZ points were awarded for this answer

Summary of answers provided

3 +3

engineering testbed

Ken Cox

impressive gadget count

Alice Saunders (X)

an embodiment of technology

Jack den Haan

cutting edge of technology

Günther Toussaint

technology flagship

Marijke Singer

Discussion entries: 4

Answers

11 mins confidence:

impressive gadget count

Explanation:
I think you have to work your way around this one. There is no real accurate English translation, so things like 'impressive gadget count' (slightly negative) and 'full of technology' spring to mind. The review in the link provides loads of examples

Reference: http://uk.cars.yahoo.com/06072006/45/honda-legend-ex-0.html

Alice Saunders (X)
France
Local time: 10:38
Specializes in field
Native speaker of:

English

16 mins confidence:

an embodiment of technology

Explanation:
An option perhaps?

Jack den Haan
Netherlands
Local time: 10:38
Works in field
Native speaker of:

Dutch,

English
PRO pts in category: 72

16 mins confidence:

peer agreement (net): +3

engineering testbed

Explanation:
... based on the additional context

a testbed is a platform (in any sense) used as an environment for trying out new ideas, designs, products, or whatever.

Ken Cox
Local time: 10:38
Native speaker of:

English
PRO pts in category: 39

Grading comment

I really apreciated everyone's input on this one - a couple of the solutions would have worked well too. Have added them to my notes for future reference.

20 mins confidence:

cutting edge of technology

Explanation:
After his career as cutting edge of technology the XXX was retired to a highly deserved resting place in the museum.

Günther Toussaint
Local time: 10:38
Specializes in field
Native speaker of:

German

1 hr confidence:

technology flagship

Explanation:
Another option.

See the following website:
http://www.carnews.nu/car-news.php?name=News&file=categories...
"The Caparo T1 technology flagship - a high performance and highly aerodynamically efficient track car - will make its debut in the US at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show running Tuesday 31 October to Friday 3 November 2006 at the Las Vegas Convention Centre."

Marijke Singer
Spain
Local time: 10:38
Native speaker of:

English,

Spanish
PRO pts in category: 8

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