Glossary D
Deutsch: Diamantenabbau / Español: minería de diamantes / Português: mineração de diamantes / Français: exploitation minière de diamants / Italiano: estrazione di diamanti
Diamond mining refers to the extraction of diamonds from natural deposits, including kimberlite pipes, alluvial deposits, and marine sources. This process involves locating, excavating, and processing diamond-bearing ore to retrieve gem-quality and industrial-grade diamonds.
Deutsch: Zersetzung / Español: Descomposición / Português: Decomposição / Français: Décomposition / Italiano: Decomposizione
Decomposition in the industrial sector refers to the process by which materials break down into simpler components due to chemical, biological, or physical reactions. This phenomenon can be intentional, such as in waste management and chemical processing, or unintentional, such as material degradation in infrastructure and manufacturing. Proper management of decomposition is crucial in industries like waste treatment, construction, and chemical production.
Deutsch: Verteidigungsindustrie / Español: Industria de defensa / Português: Indústria de defesa / Français: Industrie de la défense / Italiano: Industria della difesa
The defense industry refers to the sector responsible for the research, development, production, and supply of military equipment, weapons, technology, and services for national security and defense forces. It includes aerospace, naval, and land-based defense systems, as well as cybersecurity and intelligence operations. Governments and military organizations are the primary customers, although private security firms and international defense alliances also rely on its products and services.
Deutsch: Entnebelung / Español: Desempañado / Português: Desembaçamento / Français: Démistage / Italiano: Disappannamento
Defogging in the industrial context refers to the process of removing fog, condensation, or mist from surfaces such as glass, lenses, screens, and industrial equipment. It is commonly used in automotive, optical, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), and manufacturing industries to ensure visibility, safety, and operational efficiency.
Deutsch: Doxorubicin / Español: Doxorrubicina / Português: Doxorrubicina / Français: Doxorubicine / Italiano: Doxorubicina
Doxorubicin in the industrial context refers to a widely used chemotherapeutic drug manufactured for the Treatment of various cancers. It is an anthracycline Antibiotic derived from the Bacterium Streptomyces peucetius var. caesius. In the pharmaceutical Industry, doxorubicin is recognised for its efficacy in oncology, but its production, Formulation, and distribution require stringent processes due to its potency and potential side effects.
Deutsch: Werft / Español: Astillero / Português: Estaleiro / Français: Chantier naval / Italiano: Cantiere navale
Dockyard in the industrial context refers to a facility where ships are built, repaired, maintained, and refitted. Dockyards, also known as shipyards, are key Infrastructure in the maritime Industry, supporting naval, commercial, and recreational vessels. They are equipped with specialised equipment, workforce, and infrastructure to handle a wide range of maritime projects.
Deutsch: Entlaubungsmittel / Español: Defoliante / Português: Defoliante / Français: Défoliant / Italiano: Defogliante
Defoliant in the industrial context refers to a chemical substance used to remove leaves from plants, typically for agricultural, Forestry, or military applications. Defoliants are employed to simplify crop harvesting, manage vegetation, or clear land for various industrial purposes.
Deutsch: Bestimmung / Español: Determinación / Português: Determinação / Français: Détermination / Italiano: Determinazione
Determination in the industrial context refers to the process of identifying, measuring, or establishing specific characteristics, parameters, or outcomes related to materials, processes, or products. It often involves analytical methods, testing, or decision-making to ensure compliance with standards and achieve desired performance or Quality.