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faying surface

In welding, that surface of a member which is in contact with, or in close proximity to, another member to

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favus

A tile or slab of marble cut into a hexagonal shape, so as to produce a honeycomb pattern in pavements.

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favissa

In ancient Rome, a crypt, cellar, or underground treasury.

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fausse-braye

In the Middle Ages, a secondary fortification; usually consists of a continuous rampart and parapet placed in front of the

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faulting

The differential vertical displacement of slabs or members which are adjacent to a joint or crack.

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fault current

An electrical current that flows from one conductor to ground (or to another conductor) because of an abnormal connection between

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