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ID 718251 Last modified 30.12.2004
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Domain Mechanical Engineeringland transport
dash-pot preferred
  • a device for damping-out vibration or for allowing rapid motion in one direction but only much slower motion in the opposite direction. It consists of a piston attached to the part to be controlled ... and sliding in a cylinder containing liquid to impede motion
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  • FI: imuäänen vaimennin [T50333] DE: Dash-pot [T50333] FR: dash pot [T50333]
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  • Essential characteristics of the engine (Positive ignition engines) ... 3. Air intake and fuel feed 3.1. Description and diagrams of inlet pipes and their accessories (dash-pot, heating device, additional air intakes, etc.) ...
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