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BENDABLE [3 records]

Record 1 2011-10-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Printed Circuits and Microelectronics
DEF

A pattern of conductors created on a bendable film, which acts as an insulating(dielectric) base material.

CONT

The primary difference between flexible circuits and ordinary circuits is the thinness and flexibility of the base material.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Circuits imprimés et micro-électronique
DEF

Circuit imprimé utilisant uniquement un matériau de base souple.

Spanish

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Record 2 2011-07-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Orthodontics
CONT

For over 50 years orthodontists have relied on the unique properties of Australian wire, the bendable wire with high resiliency, high tensile strength, and an extraordinary amount of energy. Developed by Arthur Wilcock, this wire has become an industry standard.

OBS

Term commonly used to refer to the A.J. Wilcock product range. A.J. Wilcock is a registered trademark.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Orthodontie
OBS

Fil rond en acier inoxydable austénitique, introduit en Australie par A.J. Wilcock Co. Il s'agit du fil à partir duquel les arcs de la technique d'arcs légers (la technique de Begg) sont confectionnés.

Spanish

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Record 3 1982-11-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Equipment and Tools (Water Supply)
OBS

Bendable copper water tube for underground water services.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Équipement et outillage (Alimentation en eau)
OBS

Tube flexible en cuivre posé dans la terre pour les conduites d'eau.

Spanish

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