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Record 1 1997-02-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Weapon Systems
DEF

A cord-like igniting device.

OBS

Although the words fuse/fuze have a common origin (French fusée, fusil) and are sometimes considered to be different spellings, it is useful to maintain the convention that fuse refers to a cord-like igniting device whereas fuze refers to a device used in ammunition which incorporates mechanical, electrical, chemical or hydrostatic components to initiate a train by deflagration or detonation.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Systèmes d'armes
DEF

Dispositif d'allumage en forme de cordeau.

OBS

mèche : terme et définition uniformisés par le Groupe de travail de terminologie des Munitions.

Spanish

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