coefficient of hygrometric expansion
See hygrometric expansion.
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coefficient of friction
The ratio of the force causing a body to slide along a plane (in the direction of sliding) to the
Glossary
coefficient of expansion
The change in dimension of a material per unit of dimension per degree change in temperature.
Glossary
coefficient of discharge
1. The ratio of the actual discharge of water through an opening to its corresponding theoretical value. 2. The ratio
Glossary
coefficient of beam utilization
The ratio of the luminous flux reaching a specified area from a floodlight or similar luminaire to the total luminous
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code of practice
A technical document setting forth standards of good construction for various materials and trades, but does not have the force