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critical damping
Energy; Hydro dam

The minimum amount of damping that prevents free oscillatory vibration.

blanket drain
Energy; Hydro dam

A layer of pervious material placed to facilitate drainage of the foundation and/or embankment.

hypocenter
Energy; Hydro dam

The location where the slip responsible for an earthquake originates; the focus of an earthquake.

logboom
Energy; Hydro dam

A chain of logs, drums, or pontoons secured end-to-end and floating on the surface of a reservoir so as to divert floating debris, trash, and logs.

flood plain
Energy; Hydro dam

An area adjoining a body of water or natural stream that may be covered by floodwater. Also, the downstream area that would be inundated or otherwise affected by the failure of a ...

channel
Energy; Hydro dam

A general term for any natural or artificial facility for conveying water.

foundation
Energy; Hydro dam

The portion of the valley floor that underlies and supports the dam structure.

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