How did nominal come to mean "within acceptable tolerances"?
The aeronautical sense of nominal derives from engineering where the nominal value is the specified dimension and the reference point for tolerances. The Free Dictionary offers the …
ambiguity - The many meanings of "nominal" - English Language …
Dec 23, 2016 · For example, Dictionary.com gives as many as ten definitions! adjective being such in name only; so-called; putative: a nominal treaty; the nominal head of the country. (of a …
ACI 318-19 Aggregate Size Discrepancy | Eng-Tips
Jun 6, 2024 · "Nominal" is another question. Perhaps there is some tolerance for larger than normal aggregate that's not predominant in the size distribution. Question i) Do 25.2.1 and …
Working Volume and Nominal Capacity | Eng-Tips
Mar 20, 2013 · Dear All, I'm an ealry graduated Mechanical Engineer and In my company I'm working on Design of static equipments as P.Vessel,Tank and Heat Exhangers. Concerning to …
"Nominal" vs. "minimal" - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Aug 6, 2015 · Has "nominal" really become a synonym for "minimal"? I thought "nominal" meant "in name only," but it appears that the definition has evolved. What say the members of this …
Steel Bolts into Aluminum Torque Specs | Eng-Tips
Jun 4, 2004 · A rule of thumb is axial thread engagement = 2d, where d = nominal thread diameter. Bolt fracture is the preferred mode, and you can design for this using the procedure …
NEMA rating standard is 460V but not 480V, why? | Eng-Tips
May 19, 2004 · Can someone explain why NEMA uses 460V as it's standard but not 480V? I am wondering why all motor specifications and catalogs list 460V but not the nominal 480V? If the …
Chiller Size | Eng-Tips
Jul 1, 2010 · Chiller is rated for nominal capacity, the actual capacity may be lower than the nominal capacity depending on ambient conditions. For example, if the nominal capacity of …
How to decide nominal thickness | Eng-Tips
Jul 7, 2011 · Dear All. Can anybody reply me to know and calculate nominal thickness. I used pressure vessel plate 516 gr.70 minimum thickness is 28..how should be nominal thickness? …
Voltage North America 460/480VAC - 575/600VAC | Eng-Tips
Jan 10, 2005 · As a european supplier we are confused with the various terms and numbers used for power supply specs in north america. Terms like nominal system voltage, nominal …