The extension of an air actuator beyond its design height.

Required by some countries for protection against the dumping of certain types of merchandise or products.

(turbine oils) -- a test for determining the ability of an oil to aid in preventing the rusting of ferrous parts in the presence of water.

Is the ratio in absolute units of the actual gas temperature to the critical temperature.

One who is adept at splicing, knotting, and working with line and canvas.

To sail a boat closer to the wind - to steer closer to the wind, usually by pulling in on the sheets

An inspection method for welding, forgings etc. based on the ability of certain types of liquids to enter voids and crevices by capillary action and to remain there when the surface liquid is removed.

The short foot rope at the end of a yard at the outer corner of a square sail used when reefing or furling.

Disciplinary code in which maritime crimes and punishments are specified.

The curve (sag) of a rope, cable or chain hung between two points such as the anchor rode or towing line; the deeper the curve, the more catenary.

Reduce dew point by passing compressed air through a bundle of hollow membrane fibers; water vapor and a portion of the compressed air then permeate the membrane walls and vent to atmosphere

A situation in which waves strike a boat from the side, causing it to roll unpleasantly.

A machine that compresses gases. Divided into two groups; process gas compressors and oil and gas field compressors.

Wooden bar with an iron shod, wedge, Shaped end, used in prying the anchor or working the anchor or working the anchor chain. Also used to engage or disengage the wild-cat.

The process of checking the accuracy of and adjusting the ship's magnetic compass.

The strokes on the ship's bell to mark the passage of time. The passage of time in each watch is marked by the bell every half-hour.

A mooring buoy or spar. A group of piles driven close together and bound with wire cables into a single structure.

The record of courses steered and distances traveled since the time a ship's position was last fixed by shore or astronomical observations.

Dioctylphalate aerosol (Efficiency Test Material).

All rigging, cranes, etc., utilized on a ship to load or unload cargo.