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SWING SPAN BRIDGE [1 record]

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Record 1 1990-06-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Field Engineering (Military)
DEF

A continuous span which can be rotated on its central pier to provide clear passage for water traffic.

OBS

Term and definition officialized by the Engineers Terminology Working Group.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Génie (Militaire)
DEF

Travée continue qui tourne sur son pilier central pour laisser passer le trafic maritime.

OBS

Terme et définition uniformisés par le Groupe de travail de terminologie du Génie.

Spanish

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