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Alternating current in which three separate pulses are present, identical in frequency and voltage, but separated 120 degrees in phase.

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To haul in.

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Accelerated corrosion of a metal because of an electrical contact with a more noble metal or nonmetallic conductor in a corrosive electrolyte.

A cap for the top of the mast.

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A dealer in shares prior to the event known as Big Bang in October 1986. Jobbers dealt with.

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A lower-than-usual tariff rate assessed because a shipper offers a greater volume than specified in the tariff. The incentive rate is assessed for that portion exceeding the normal volume.

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Magnetic variation. The difference, east or west, between magnetic north and true north, measured as an angle. Magnetic variation varies in different geographic locations.

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A navigational aid with a light that flashes about once per second.

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A type of window glass that contains special tints that cause the window to absorb as much as 45% of incoming solar energy, to reduce heat gain in an interior space. Part of the absorbed heat will continue to be passed through the window by conduction and ...

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A motor in which a three phase (or any multiphase) alternating current (i.e. the working current) is supplied to iron-cored coils (or windings) within the stator. As a result, a rotating magnetic field is set up, which induces a magnetizing current in the ...

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The sovereign power to take property for a necessary public use, with reasonable compensation.

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Conventional Forces in Europe Treaty Implementation

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The service provided by a financial planner. This is a long term service provided for clients which.

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Cotton yarn used for cleaning purposes.

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A heating system where heat is supplied (radiated) into a room by means of heated surfaces, such as electric resistance elements, hot water (hydronic) radiators, etc.

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The process of the absorption of heat from one location and its transfer to another for rejection or recuperation.

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Seaman's term for the period of work on board ship for which he has been paid in advance when signing on.

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(1) To adjust the sails for best advantage. (2) Fore and aft balance of a boat. If either the bow or stern is depressed, the vessel is said to be down by the bow or down by the stern. (3) To trim is to adjust. It does not just apply to sheets. You can tri ...

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Any gaseous, liquid, or solid fuel used for indoor space heating.

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This compound of nitrogen and oxygen is formed by the oxidation of nitric oxide (NO) which is produced by the combustion of solid fuels.

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