Sail set above a gaff mainsail or mizzen.
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BOLTROPE
A strong rope stitched to edges of a sail
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HORIZON SYSTEM OF COORDINATES
A set of celestial coordinates based on the celestial horizon as the primary great circle; usually altitude and azimuth or azimuth angle.
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AUXILIARY CONTACTS
A set of contacts that perform a secondary function, usually in relation to the operation of a set of primary contacts.
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FORESAIL
The lowest sail set on the foremast of square-rigged ship
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FORESAIL
The lowest sail set on the foremast of square-rigged ship
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DISPLACEMENT PUMP
Pumps in which energy is added to the water periodically and the water is contained in a set volume.
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DEMAND CONTROL
A device which controls the kW demand level by shedding loads when the kW demand exceeds a predetermined set point.
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DRIFT
Term used to describe the difference between the set point and the actual operating or control point.
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FLY BY NIGHT
A large sail used only for sailing downwind, requiring little attention.
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SAILING_BOOM
A spar attached to the foot of a fore-and-aft sail.
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