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burnout [′bərn‚au̇t]
(aerospace engineering) An act or instance of fuel or oxidant depletion or of depletion of both at once. The time at which this depletion occurs. The point on a rocket trajectory at which this depletion occurs. (electricity) Failure of a device due to excessive heat produced by excessive current. (engineering) An instance of a device or a part overheating so as to result in destruction or damage. (graphic arts) A degree of exposure of a diazo-coated material that renders the film incapable of producing density when developed because the photosensitive diazo component has been destroyed. (nucleonics) To receive the greatest amount of radiation permissible during a given time. The point at which the heat flux across a surface causes film-blanketing of the surface, resulting in a drop in the film heat-transfer coefficient, overheating, and possible surface failure. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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