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  3. External fixation - Wikipedia

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    External fixation is a surgical treatment wherein Kirschner pins and wires are inserted and affixed into bone and then exit the body to be attached to an external apparatus composed of rings and threaded rods — the Ilizarov apparatus, the Taylor Spatial Frame, and the Octopod External Fixator — which immobilises the damaged limb to facilitate healing. [1]

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    For Dummies is an extensive series of instructional reference books which are intended to present non-intimidating guides for readers new to the various topics covered. The series has been a worldwide success with editions in numerous languages.

  5. Glossary of locksmithing terms - Wikipedia

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    The lock housing is the part of the lock that does not move when the lock is opened. It is responsible for transferring the action of the key to the bolt. [7] Master pin In a pin tumbler lock, a master pin is an optional, usually short, disk-like pin placed between the top and bottom pins. Its purpose is to allow two differently-cut keys to ...

  6. Brace position - Wikipedia

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    "The effects of brace position on injuries sustained in the M1 Boeing 737/400 disaster, January 1989". NLDB Study Group. Aviat Space Environ Med. 1993 Feb;64(2):103-9. Hawtal Whiting Technology Group: Rock N, Haidar R, CAA Paper 95004 A study of aircraft passenger brace positions for impact: Civil Aviation Authority, 1995, ISBN 0-86039-620-7.

  7. Circlip - Wikipedia

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    A circlip (a portmanteau of "circle" and "clip"), also known as a C-clip, snap ring, or Jesus clip, [1] is a type of fastener or retaining ring that consists of a semi-flexible metal ring with open ends that can be snapped into place into a machined groove on a dowel pin or other part to permit rotation but to prevent axial movement.

  8. Retaining ring - Wikipedia

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    A retaining ring is a fastener that holds components or assemblies onto a shaft or in a housing/bore when installed - typically in a groove - for one time use only. Once installed, the exposed portion acts as a shoulder which retains the specific component or assembly.

  9. Headspace (firearms) - Wikipedia

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    Headspace positioning of rimless, rimmed, belted and straight cartridges Several different rimmed, .22 rimfire cartridges, which have a uniform forward diameter, and which have headspace on the rim, allowing any length of cartridge shorter than the maximum size to be used in the same firearm Firearms chambered for tapered rimmed cartridges like this .303 British cannot safely fire shorter ...