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baffles

/ˈbæflz/

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noun

Deflector, tabique

A device used to dampen the effects of such things as sound, light, or fluid. Specifically, a baffle is a surface which is placed inside an open area to inhibit direct motion from one part to another, without preventing motion altogether.

Examples :

"Tanker trucks use baffles to keep the liquids inside from sloshing around."

Los camiones cisterna utilizan deflectores para evitar que los líquidos del interior se muevan.

device technology machine physics sound

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noun

Defensas, obstáculos

An architectural feature designed to confuse enemies or make them vulnerable.

Examples :

"The castle's gatehouse was equipped with baffles, forcing attackers into narrow corridors where they were easily ambushed. "

La casa de guardia del castillo estaba equipada con defensas, lo que obligaba a los atacantes a entrar en pasillos estrechos donde eran fácilmente emboscados.

architecture military building

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noun

Palanca

(coal mining) A lever for operating the throttle valve of a winding engine.

Examples :

"The coal miner carefully adjusted the baffles to precisely control the speed of the winding engine as it lowered the cage into the mine shaft. "

El minero de carbón ajustó cuidadosamente la palanca para controlar con precisión la velocidad del motor de elevación mientras bajaba la jaula al pozo de la mina.

technical machine industry