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Is the total pressure (static plus velocity) at the inlet flange of the compressor.

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The part of a block which is opposite the swallow, which is where the line enters.

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The point of a tide when the water is the highest.

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Abbreviation for Container Yard.- The designation for full container receipt/delivery

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The escape of water molecules from a liquid to the gas phase at the surface of a body of water.2. The conversion of a liquid to a vapor (gas), usually by means of heat.

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The total electrical power input to a compressor, including drive motor, cooling fan, motors, controls, etc.

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A boat selling supplies, provisions, and articles to ships.

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To run a line completely through and out of a block, fairlead, etc.

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Removing cargo from a container (devanning).

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Extending a sail using a whisker pole

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The ability to convert energy into other forms, such as heat or chemical reaction, so that it can be retrieved for later use. Also the development, design, construction and operation of devices for storing energy until needed. Technology includes devices ...

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Cost of unloading a vessel is borne by the charterer.

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Used to denote movements of cargo containers interchangeably between transport modes, i.e., motor, water, and air carriers, and where the equipment is compatible within the multiple systems.

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The tallest mast; the forward mast of a yawl or ketch; the mast furthest aft on a schooner

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That geographical belt located approximately in 40 degrees south latitude in which are encountered the prevailing or stormy westerlies.

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That part of the total stroke which can be utilized repeatedly in actuator applications. It is measured starting at the compressed height and is the difference between the compressed height and the actuator height limit.

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The truck unit into which freight is loaded as in tractor trailer combination. See Container.

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On a square-rigged ship, a small triangular sail set above the skysail in fair weather. A square version is called a Moonraker.

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A warehouse authorized by Customs to receive duty-free merchandise.

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Chemical species slated to replace CFCs in the near future.

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