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Critical compression pressure

Energy; Energy efficiency

The highest possible pressure in a fuel-air mixture before spontaneous ignition occurs.

Cut-out-speed

Energy; Energy efficiency

The highest wind speed at which a wind turbine stops producing power.

Enclosure

Energy; Energy efficiency

The housing around a motor that supports the active parts and protects them. They come in different varieties (open, protected) depending on the degree of protection required.

A colorless, odourless noncombustible gas with the formula CO2 that is present in the atmosphere. It is formed by the combustion of carbon and carbon compounds (such as fossil fuels and biomass), by ...

Argon

Energy; Energy efficiency

A colorless, odourless inert gas sometimes used in the spaces between the panes in energy efficient windows. This gas is used because it will transfer less heat than air. Therefore, it provides ...

Carbon monoxide

Energy; Energy efficiency

A colorless, odourless but poisonous combustible gas with the formula CO. Carbon monoxide is produced in the incomplete combustion of carbon and carbon compounds such as fossil fuels (i.e. coal, ...

Ethanol

Energy; Energy efficiency

A colourless liquid that is the product of fermentation used in alcoholic beverages, industrial processes, and as a fuel additive. Also known as grain alcohol.