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control point [kən′trōl ‚pȯint] (computer science) The numerical value of the controlled variable (speed, temperature, and so on) which, under any fixed set of operating conditions, an automatic controller operates to maintain. One of the hardware locations at which the output of the instruction decoder of the processor activates the input to and output from specific registers as well as operational resources of the system. (mapping) Any station in a horizontal and vertical grid that is identified on a photograph and used for correlating the data shown on that photograph. (navigation) A position marked by a buoy, boat, aircraft, electronic device, conspicuous terrain feature, or other identifiable object which is given a name or number and used as an aid for navigation or control of ships, boats, or aircraft. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Redpath has been nominated for appointment to the grade of rear admiral while serving as deputy commander, Naval Inventory Control Point, Philadelphia, Pa. Taking focus on Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (a world-known method aimed at promotion of health and safety as well as suitability in foods), From Harvest To Dinner Table is a superbly organized and informative, providing a positive reenforcement of good and less neglected foods for the betterment of all consumers health and safety. Kelly described 42 documented cases of foodborne infections found in the literature that involved contaminated foods on aircraft and detailed, in practical terms, how the concept of a hazard analysis critical control point (HACCP) has been used successfully by airline caterers to reduce such infections to a rare occurrence. |
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