Direct-acting

Di`rect´-act`ing


a.1.(Mach.) Acting directly, as one part upon another, without the intervention of other working parts.
Direct-acting steam engine
one in which motion is transmitted to the crank without the intervention of a beam or lever; - also called direct-action steam engine.
Direct-acting steam pump
one in which the steam piston rod is directly connected with the pump rod; - also called direct-action steam pump.