air-supported structure
See pneumatic structure.
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air-to-air resistance
The resistance provided by the wall of a building to the flow of heat. See thermal conductance and thermal resistance.
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air-water jet
1. A jet of air and water mixed, which leaves a nozzle at high velocity; used in cleaning the surfaces
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air-water storage tank
A water storage tank in which the air, above the water, is compressed.
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air-light troffer
In an air-conditioning system, a unit which combines the functions of a light fixture and an air terminal unit.
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air-lock strip
The weather stripping which is fastened to the edges of each wing of a revolving door.
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air-mixing plenum
In an air-conditioning system, an enclosed volume in which recirculated air is mixed with fresh air for distribution throughout the