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baseload capacity [1 record]

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Record 1 2004-07-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Electrical Measurements
  • Power Networks and Distrib. Stations (Elec.)
DEF

The category of generating capacity that, primarily due to its low operating costs, tends to operate continuously and steadily. Its output is generally not varied to follow changes in demand.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Mesures électriques
  • Réseaux et postes (Distribution électrique)
DEF

Capacité de production qui, surtout à cause de faibles coûts d'exploitation, est utilisée continuellement et régulièrement pour produire la charge de base. Son débit de production ne va généralement pas en fonction de fluctuations dans la demande.

Spanish

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