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COEFFICIENT EXTINCTION FUMEE [1 record]

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Record 1 2013-10-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Physics
  • Fire Safety
DEF

A coefficient [that represents] the reduction of light intensity ... due to smoke obscuration, [across a unit of distance].

OBS

The coefficient is in meter-1 (m-1).

OBS

extinction by smoke coefficient: term and definition proposed by the World Road Association.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique
  • Sécurité incendie
DEF

Coefficient [qui représente] la réduction de l'intensité lumineuse, due à la fumée, [par unité de longueur].

OBS

Le coefficient s'exprime en mètre-1 (m-1).

OBS

coefficient d'extinction par la fumée : terme et définition proposés par l'Association mondiale de la route.

Spanish

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