Is the ratio of the theoretical work calculated on an isothermal basis to the actual work transferred to the gas during compression.

The inherent characteristic of a material to inhibit the transfer of energy. In electrical conductors, electrical resistance results in the generation of heat. Electrical resistance is measured in Ohms. The heat transfer resistance properties of insulatio ...

Where the boat is pointed directly into the wind, sails luffing

The place where a vessel lies. The place in which a man sleeps.

Any boat built to certain standards or rules so that is like all others in the same class.

Water vapor content of the air. See absolute humidity, dew point, mixing ratio, relative humidity, specific humidity.

Poland (Flag)

Towards the sides of the vessel (with reference to the centerline).

A sailboat is always on one tack or the other; that is the sail is always on one side or the other.

A device for measuring light intensity that works by converting light falling on, or reach it, to electricity, and then measuring the current; used in photometers.

Carry over of particles or contaminant from the filter or other filter materials into the clean side of the air flow.

A graphical representation of a frequency distribution. The range of the variable is divided into class intervals for which the frequency of occurrence is represented by a rectangular column. The height of the column is proportional to the frequency of ob ...

Potentially Responsible Party.

A nephoscope in which the motion of the cloud is observed by its reflection in a mirror.

A mechanical, electrical, or manually operated pump used to remove water from the bilge.

A guarantee issued by a bank, on behalf of a buyer that protects the seller against non-payment for goods shipped to the buyer. The buyer pays the seller directly for the goods and only if the buyer fails to pay does the seller claim under the Standby Let ...

The power required to compress a gas isothermally through a specified range of pressures.

The outer resin surface of a fiberglass boat, usually colored.

To move cargo from one place to another.

See biological corrosion.