A harbor where the desired protection from wind and sea is obtained from breakwaters, moles, jetties, or other man-made works.
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INFINITE-CAPACITY LOADING
The deliberate overloading of a robotic work center with excessive force or weight in order to determine the overload protection necessary to maintain proper load conditions.
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INDUSTRIAL SECURITY
The portion of internal security which refers to the protection of industrial installations, resources, utilities, materials, and classified information essential to protection from loss or damage.
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HABITAT SANCTUARY
A marine sanctuary established for the preservation, protection and management of essential or specialized habitats representative of important marine systems.
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PILING
A support, protection for wharves, piers etc.
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P&I
Protection and indemnity insurance.
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WEATHER_DECK
Uppermost continuous deck and having no overhead protection having watertight openings
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CEILING
A covering usually of wood, placed over the tank top for its protection
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FLOATING BREAKWATER
A moored assembly of floating objects used for protection of vessels riding at anchor
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OPEN ROADSTEAD
A roadstead with relatively little protection from the sea.
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ROAD
An open anchorage affording less protection than a harbor. Some protection may be afforded by reefs, shoals, etc. Also called ROADSTEAD.
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