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The temperature which would be measured at the stagnation point if a gas stream were stopped, with adiabatic compression from the flow condition to the stagnation pressure.

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Collision RegulationsInternational Convention on Collision Regulations (IMO)

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The total amount of electric energy loss in an electric system between the generation source and points of delivery.

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A rate applicable from a point on one transportation line to a point on another line, made by agreement and published in a single tariff by all transportation lines over which the rate applies.

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A safe anchorage, protected from most storms; may be natural or man-made, with breakwaters and jetties; a place for docking and loading.

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An aluminum foil fabricated insulator with backings applied to provide a series of closed air spaces with highly reflective surfaces.

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The amount chargeable to capital gains tax (CGT) from gains made on the disposal of an asset. In.

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A rain gauge which automatically records the amount of precipitation collected, as a function of time.

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Ability of a filter to remove particle matter from an air stream. Measured by comparing concentrate of material upstream and downstream of the filter. Typical particulate sizes range from .3 micron to 50 micron.

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Classifications of fires developed by the National Fire Protection Association.

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A guy who gets Head (toilet) cleaning detail.

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Same as photometer.

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Electronic Supply Fund Reporting System.

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LOT

Load On Top

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Canvas, wood or rope used over the side to protect a vessel from chafing when alongside another vessel or a dock.

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A structure or media that absorbs heat.

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Is the temperature existing at the discharge port of the compressor.

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Method of settling disputes which is usually binding on parties. A clause usually in a charter party.

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A metallurgical term describing the formation of graphite in iron or steel, usually from decomposition of iron carbide at elevated temperatures. Not recommended as a term to describe graphitic corrosion.

Man employed in unloading ships in harbour, or in taking a ship from one port to another. Paid "lump" sum for services.

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