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arrester wires |
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arrester wires [ə′res·tər ‚wīrz] (naval architecture) Cables that extend across the stern of an aircraft carrier's deck; they are raised above the deck on supports so that they may be engaged by the arrester hook of an aircraft when it lands on a carrier; the wires play out along the deck with increasing resistance until the aircraft stops moving. Also known as arresting gear. 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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