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Specialty Expressions: EXPLODING BRIDGE WIRE

ExpressionsDomainDefinition
Exploding bridge wireChemical IndustrySmall electrical conductor that explosively vaporizes when a fast, high-current electrical pulse is passed through it. Source: European Union. (references)
Exploding bridge wireMiningA wire that explodes upon application of current. It takes the place of the primary explosive in an electric detonator. (references)

Source: compiled by the editor from various references; see credits.

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