EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EARLY_WARNING_RADAR_SITE

EDCS Classification Code: 361

Definition:
A <SITE> utilizing long-range radar to detect approaching <AIRCRAFT> and/or <MISSILE>s; an early warning radar site.

EDCS Group Labels: EM_PHENOMENON, MILITARY_SCIENCE, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: AT020]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EARTH

EDCS Classification Code: 362

Definition:
The primary <PLANET> of the <SUN> that is third in distance from the <SUN>, with an orbital mean <<RADIUS>> of approximately 149,6 million kilometres; Earth.

EDCS Group Labels: SPACE

Reference Type: IR

Reference: [PSMOP]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EDDY

EDCS Classification Code: 363

Definition:
A circular movement of fluid running contrary to the main flow, usually formed where <CURRENT>s pass obstructions, between two adjacent <CURRENT>s flowing counter to each other, or along the edge of a <CURRENT> that is <<PERMANENT>>; an eddy.

EDCS Group Labels: FLUID_CONDITION

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [S57A, Attribute, CATWAT:2]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EDDY_REGION

EDCS Classification Code: 364

Definition:
A <REGION> where <EDDY>s occur.

EDCS Group Labels: FLUID_CONDITION

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTRICAL_CABLE

EDCS Classification Code: 365

Definition:
A <NON_EMPTY_SET> of insulated <WIRE>s formed into one continuous strand for the purpose of transmitting electrical power or signals; an electrical cable.

EDCS Group Labels: COMMUNICATION, EM_PHENOMENON, INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: AT005]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTRICAL_FIELD

EDCS Classification Code: 366

Definition:
A <REGION> where a field of force produced by a electrically charged <OBJECT> or by a changing <MAGNETIC_FIELD> is found; an electrical field [SOED, "electric field"].

EDCS Group Labels: EM_PHENOMENON

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTRICAL_POWER_CABLE

EDCS Classification Code: 1461

Definition:
An <ELECTRICAL_CABLE> for transmitting electrical power.

EDCS Group Labels: EM_PHENOMENON, INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTRICAL_POWER_CONNECTION_LOCATION

EDCS Classification Code: 1462

Definition:
A <LOCATION> at which an external <ELECTRICAL_POWER_CABLE> connects to the <SYSTEM> of internal <ELECTRICAL_POWER_CABLE>s of a <BUILDING>; an electrical power connection location.

EDCS Group Labels: EM_PHENOMENON, INFRASTRUCTURE, LOCATION

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTRICAL_SIGNAL_CABLE

EDCS Classification Code: 1453

Definition:
An <ELECTRICAL_CABLE> for transmitting electrical signals; an electrical signal cable.

EDCS Group Labels: COMMUNICATION, EM_PHENOMENON, INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTRICAL_SIGNAL_CONNECTION_LOCATION

EDCS Classification Code: 1454

Definition:
A <LOCATION> at which an external <ELECTRICAL_SIGNAL_CABLE> connects to the <SYSTEM> of internal <ELECTRICAL_SIGNAL_CABLE>s of a <BUILDING>; an electrical signal connection location.

EDCS Group Labels: COMMUNICATION, EM_PHENOMENON, INFRASTRUCTURE, LOCATION

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTRICAL_SIGNAL_LINE

EDCS Classification Code: 367

Definition:
A <SYSTEM> of <WIRE>s and their supports above the <TERRAIN> that transmit electrical signals over distance; an electrical signal line. EXAMPLES Telegraph line, telephone line.

EDCS Group Labels: COMMUNICATION, EM_PHENOMENON, INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: AT060]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTRICAL_SIGNAL_LINE_PYLON

EDCS Classification Code: 368

Definition:
A <PYLON> and/or <POLE> used to support an <ELECTRICAL_SIGNAL_LINE>.

EDCS Group Labels: COMMUNICATION, EM_PHENOMENON, INFRASTRUCTURE, SUPPORT_STRUCTURE

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: AT070]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTRIFIED_RAILWAY_PYLON

EDCS Classification Code: 369

Definition:
A <PYLON> and/or <POLE> used to support a <POWER_TRANSMISSION_LINE> associated with an electrified <RAILWAY>.

EDCS Group Labels: EM_PHENOMENON, LAND_TRNSP, SUPPORT_STRUCTURE, TRNSP

Reference Type: IR

Reference: [DFAD, 536, "Electrified Railroad Gantries/Pylons"]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTROMAGNETIC_MATERIAL_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 370

Definition:
A <PROPERTY_SET> describing the electromagnetic properties of the <MATERIAL>s composing an <OBJECT>.

EDCS Group Labels: EM_PHENOMENON, PROPERTY_SET

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTROMAGNETIC_PULSE

EDCS Classification Code: 371

Definition:
A broadband, high-intensity, short duration burst of electromagnetic radiation; an electromagnetic pulse. The resulting <ELECTRICAL_FIELD>s and <MAGNETIC_FIELD>s may couple with electrical and/or electronic <SYSTEM>s to produce damaging current and voltage surges.

EDCS Group Labels: EM_PHENOMENON

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELECTROMAGNETIC_REFRACTIVE_EVAPORATIVE_DUCT

EDCS Classification Code: 372

Definition:
A layer of the <ATMOSPHERE> that is over a <WATERBODY> and in which electromagnetic waves launched in certain <DIRECTION>s are guided by and/or trapped within the layer rather than propagating radially from their source, caused by a decrease in <<WATER_VAPOUR_PRESSURE>> with <<HEIGHT_AGL>> due to evaporation; a refractive evaporative duct.

EDCS Group Labels: ATMOSPHERE, EM_PHENOMENON

Reference Type: IR

Reference: [GOSS]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELEVATED_ELECTRICAL_CABLE

EDCS Classification Code: 373

Definition:
An <ELECTRICAL_CABLE> located above a <PLANETARY_SURFACE>.

EDCS Group Labels: COMMUNICATION, EM_PHENOMENON, INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: IR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: AT006]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELEVATED_EM_DUCT

EDCS Classification Code: 1434

Definition:
A layer of the <ATMOSPHERE> above a <PLANETARY_SURFACE>, in which electromagnetic waves are trapped due to changes in the index of refraction and the bottom of the layer is above the <PLANETARY_SURFACE>; an elevated electromagnetic duct.

EDCS Group Labels: EM_PHENOMENON

Reference Type: IR

Reference: [BATT]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ELEVATION_CONTOUR_LINE

EDCS Classification Code: 374

Definition:
An <ISOPLETH> of constant <<ELEVATION>>; an elevation contour line.

EDCS Group Labels: LOCATION, SURVEY

Reference Type: IR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: CA010]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EM_PULSE_COMPTON_EFFECT

EDCS Classification Code: 375

Definition:
The <ELECTROMAGNETIC_PULSE> caused by the Compton effect following a nuclear explosion.

EDCS Group Labels: EM_PHENOMENON

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EMBANKMENT

EDCS Classification Code: 376

Definition:
A long, raised mound of <SOIL>, <ROCK>, and/or other <MATERIAL>s in the <TERRAIN>, which is often used to support a <LAND_TRANSPORTATION_ROUTE>; an embankment [SOED, "embankment", 1].

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_TRNSP, PHYSIOGRAPHY, SUPPORT_STRUCTURE, TRNSP

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EMBASSY

EDCS Classification Code: 377

Definition:
A <BUILDING> housing the office of an ambassador and/or the ambassador's staff; an embassy [AHD, "embassy", 1].

EDCS Group Labels: ADMINISTRATION, SHELTER

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EMBASSY_COMPOUND

EDCS Classification Code: 378

Definition:
An enclosed <SITE> containing an <EMBASSY>; an embassy compound.

EDCS Group Labels: ADMINISTRATION, SHELTER, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: IR

Reference: [FACC, Annex B, BFC:66]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ENGINE_TEST_CELL

EDCS Classification Code: 379

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> where engines are tested; an engine test cell.

EDCS Group Labels: INDUSTRY

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: AF060]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ENGINEER_BRIDGE

EDCS Classification Code: 380

Definition:
A temporary <BRIDGE> spanning and providing passage over a <TERRAIN_OBSTACLE> (for example: a <WATERBODY> and/or a <GULLY>); an engineer bridge.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_TRNSP, TRNSP

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ENGINEER_DITCH

EDCS Classification Code: 381

Definition:
A <TRENCH> that is constructed to bury <PIPELINE>s, <ELECTRICAL_SIGNAL_LINE>s, or <POWER_TRANSMISSION_LINE>s; an engineer ditch.

EDCS Group Labels: EM_PHENOMENON, INFRASTRUCTURE, PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ENGINEER_TRENCH

EDCS Classification Code: 382

Definition:
An engineered <TRENCH> or combination <TRENCH> and <PARAPET>, usually placed to turn, slow, or stop the movement of <MOTOR_VEHICLE>s; an engineer trench.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_TRNSP, MILITARY_SCIENCE, PHYSIOGRAPHY, TRNSP

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: [SOED, "trench", 3.a]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EQUIPMENT

EDCS Classification Code: 383

Definition:
<OBJECT>s used and/or required for a particular purpose; equipment [SOED, "equipment", 2] or apparatus.

EDCS Group Labels: ABSTRACT_OBJECT, DEVICE_AND_EQUIPMENT

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EQUIPMENT_COMPONENT

EDCS Classification Code: 384

Definition:
A <COMPONENT> of an item of <EQUIPMENT>.

EDCS Group Labels: DEVICE_AND_EQUIPMENT

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ESCALATOR

EDCS Classification Code: 385

Definition:
<EQUIPMENT> consisting of a moving <STAIR> made on the endless-chain principle, so that the steps ascend or descend continuously, for carrying <HUMAN>s up or down; an escalator [SOED, "escalator"].

EDCS Group Labels: DEVICE_AND_EQUIPMENT, TRNSP

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ESCARPMENT

EDCS Classification Code: 386

Definition:
A steep, vertical, or overhanging face of <ROCK> and/or <SOIL> in the <LAND>; an escarpment.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: DB010]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ESKER

EDCS Classification Code: 387

Definition:
A long, narrow <RIDGE> of <SAND> and gravel deposited by a glacial <RIVER>; an esker.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY, SURFACE_MATERIAL

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: DB100]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_ESTUARY

EDCS Classification Code: 388

Definition:
An arm of a <WATERBODY> that extends inland to meet the mouth of a <RIVER> and includes a mixture of fresh and salt <WATER>; an estuary [AHD, "estuary", 2].

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXCAVATING_MACHINE

EDCS Classification Code: 389

Definition:
<EQUIPMENT> for removing <MATERIAL>s (for example: <SOIL>) from the <TERRAIN>; an excavating machine.

EDCS Group Labels: DEVICE_AND_EQUIPMENT, INDUSTRY

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: AF050]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXCAVATION

EDCS Classification Code: 390

Definition:
An excavated space in the <TERRAIN>; an excavation [SOED, "excavation", 2], a cavity, or a hollow.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXHIBITION_GROUND

EDCS Classification Code: 391

Definition:
A <SITE> where permanent <STRUCTURE>s exist to hold outdoor exhibitions; an exhibition ground.

EDCS Group Labels: RECREATION, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: AK091]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXPLOSIVE_CHARGE

EDCS Classification Code: 392

Definition:
An explosive <DEVICE> that may be detonated to either damage or destroy <STRUCTURE>s or to move <ROCK>, <SOIL>, and/or other <MATERIAL>s; an explosive charge.

EDCS Group Labels: DEVICE_AND_EQUIPMENT

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXPLOSIVE_LAND_MINE

EDCS Classification Code: 393

Definition:
An <EXPLOSIVE_MINE> used in land warfare.

EDCS Group Labels: DEVICE_AND_EQUIPMENT, MILITARY_SCIENCE

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: [SOED, "land-mine", a]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXPLOSIVE_MINE

EDCS Classification Code: 394

Definition:
An explosive <DEVICE> located on or below a <PLANETARY_SURFACE>, usually emplaced for military purposes; an explosive mine [SOED, "land-mine", a].

EDCS Group Labels: DEVICE_AND_EQUIPMENT, MILITARY_SCIENCE

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXPLOSIVE_NAVAL_MINE

EDCS Classification Code: 395

Definition:
An <EXPLOSIVE_MINE> used in naval warfare.

EDCS Group Labels: DEVICE_AND_EQUIPMENT, HYDROGRAPHIC_ARTEFACT, MILITARY_SCIENCE

Reference Type: IR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: BD001]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXPOSED_BEDROCK

EDCS Classification Code: 396

Definition:
A <TERRAIN_SURFACE_REGION> consisting principally of <BEDROCK> that is covered by less than 10 percent loose <MATERIAL> (for example: <SOIL>, <SAND>, clay, and/or gravel); exposed bedrock.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY, SURFACE_MATERIAL

Reference Type: PR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: SA030]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXTERIOR_HALLWAY

EDCS Classification Code: 397

Definition:
A <HALLWAY> along the exterior of a <BUILDING>, often appearing as a long <BALCONY>.

EDCS Group Labels: BUILDING_COMPONENT

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXTERIOR_WALL

EDCS Classification Code: 398

Definition:
A <WALL> forming an exterior section of a <STRUCTURE>.

EDCS Group Labels: SUPPORT_STRUCTURE

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXTERIOR_WALL_OPENING

EDCS Classification Code: 1442

Definition:
An <APERTURE> in an <EXTERIOR_WALL> that supports the passage of <MATERIAL>s or visibility into the space enclosed by the <EXTERIOR_WALL>.

EDCS Group Labels: BUILDING_COMPONENT

Reference Type: n/a

Reference: none

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXTRACTION_FACILITY

EDCS Classification Code: 399

Definition:
A <FACILITY> for extracting and/or exploiting natural resources; an extraction facility.

EDCS Group Labels: INDUSTRY, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: IR

Reference: [S57A, Object: PRDINS]

Supplemental References: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_EXTRACTION_MINE

EDCS Classification Code: 400

Definition:
An <EXCAVATION> made in the <TERRAIN> for the purpose of extracting and/or exploiting natural resources; an extraction mine.

EDCS Group Labels: INDUSTRY, PHYSIOGRAPHY, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: IR

Reference: [FACC, Annex A: AA010]

Supplemental References: none