Insulation made from rockwool fibers, fiberglass, cellulose fiber, vermiculite or perlite minerals, and composed of loose fibers or granules can be applied by pouring directly from the bag or with a blower.
A sail attached to the boom at the tack and clew, but not along the foot, or a fore-and-aft sail which is set without a boom.
A measure of the probability that a system demand will exceed capacity during a given period; often expressed as the estimated number of days over a long period, frequently 10 years or the life of the system.
A general term applied to the energy that is converted to a form that can not be effectively used (lost) during the operation of an energy producing, conducting, or consuming system.
An area of low barometric pressure, with its attendant system of winds. Also called a depression or cyclone.
A toilet that uses less water than a standard one during flushing, for the purpose of conserving water resources.
A local variation in the wind direction or speed. This condition can present danger to aircraft, especially at landing, when a sudden shift from headwind to tailwind can cause a rapid loss of airspeed and lift.
In spray painting, the process of applying the final coat of paint at a lower air pressure. Used to uniform a finish or blending.
A coating applied to the surface of the glazing of a window to reduce heat transfer through the window.