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Record 1 2024-02-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Locks (Canals)
  • Water Transport
CONT

Sea locks are used in coastal areas where canals or waterways meet the ocean. These locks are designed to protect the inland waterways from the tidal variations and ensure a controlled passage for vessels.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Écluses
  • Transport par eau
CONT

Le port est constitué de deux parties : la partie amont du port maintenue à flot dans laquelle sont localisées l'aire de réparation navale et l'aire de carénage plaisance, le plan d'eau étant maintenu à un niveau constant par une écluse maritime et un déversoir [...] La partie aval, soumise au jeu des marées et vouée à l'échouage des navires en stationnement.

Spanish

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