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Record 1 2000-06-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Explosives and Pyrotechnical Materials (Industries)
DEF

The first element in the explosive train, which on receipt of the proper influence, produces detonating or burning action.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Explosifs et artifices (Industries)
DEF

Premier élément d'une chaîne pyrotechnique qui, après avoir reçu l'influence appropriée, produit une détonation ou une combustion.

OBS

initiateur : terme et définition uniformisés par le Groupe de travail de terminologie du génie.

Spanish

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