fuse plug

noun

Definitions

A component of an aircraft wheel held in place by a metal alloy with a low melting point,…
A component of an aircraft wheel held in place by a metal alloy with a low melting point, such that, if the wheel is severely overheated (for instance, by heavy braking), pressure is released from the wheel and tire/tyre in a controlled manner rather than risking an explosion of the wheel assembly.
A collapsible dam or levee designed to give way in extreme flood conditions in order to…
A collapsible dam or levee designed to give way in extreme flood conditions in order to divert water away from more important water-control structures.

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