In general. the severe wind of an intense tropical cyclone (hurricane or typhoon). The term has no further technical connotation, but, unfortunately, is easily conftlsed with the strictly defined hurricane-force wind,

The study of waters (including oceans, lakes, and rivers) embracing either: (a) their physical characteristics, from the standpoint of the oceanographer or limnologist; or (b) the elements affecting safe navigation, from the point of view of the mariner. ...

Time after which legal claims will not be entertained

A valve operated by a thermostat that can be installed in solar water heating systems to mix cold water with water from the collector loop to maintain a safe water temperature.

A general term for the visible and near visible (ultraviolet and near-infrared) electromagnetic radiation that is emitted by the sun. It has a spectral, or wavelength, distribution that corresponds to different energy levels; short wavelength radiation ha ...

The movement of assets in one mutual fund or unit trust to another within a range of funds with.

Of equal or constant pressure, with respect to either space or time.

Any material that can be burned to make energy.

An electrical device that resists electric current flow.

A heat source, such as a space heater, used to provide more heat than that provided by a primary heating source.

This is an INCO term and explains what the price quoted represents and the responsibility of the buyer and seller in relaton to arranging for the various costs associated(e.g. insurance, freight, duties) with the shipment. It is normally used in sea or ai ...

A mast that is in place is stepped.

An international charge card enabling the holder to obtain goods and services without the need to.

Stocks whose dividend payouts are high as a proportion of their share price. This could either be.

Same as hydrogen embrittlement.

(EIRIS) The Ethical Investment Research Service (EIRIS) which maintains a database which you can use to.

Having an affinity for water. Contrast with hydrophobic.

Changes in contour or discontinuities in structure that cause local increases in stress.

The speed and direction of the wind felt or measured when stationary. The motion of a boat will cause the wind to appear to be coming at a different direction and speed, which is known as apparent wind

To fasten a rope securely by taking turns around a cleat or bollard.