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Record 1 2022-05-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Joining Elements (Mechanical Components)
  • Chains and Cables (Mechanical Components)
  • Outfitting of Ships
DEF

A number of lines attached to one line, and spreading out to support [a load].

Key term(s)
  • crow's foot

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments d'assemblage (Composants mécaniques)
  • Câbles et chaînes (Composants mécaniques)
  • Armement et gréement
DEF

Dispositif d'amarrage par répartition de la charge sur deux cordages [ou] plus en partant d'un point commun.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos de empalme (Componentes mecánicos)
  • Cadenas y cables (Componentes mecánicos)
  • Equipo y aparejos (Transporte por agua)
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