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		EDDY - CURRENT BRAKING A method of control by which the motor drives through an electrical induction load brake.




		EFFICIENCY OF GEARING AND SHEAVES The percentage of force transmitted through these components that is not lost to friction.




		ELECTRIC OVERHEAD TRAVELING CRANE (EOT CRANE) An electrically operated machine for lifting, lowering and transporting loads, consisting of a movable bridge carrying a fixed or movable hoisting mechanism and traveling on an overhead runway structure.




		ENCLOSED CONDUCTOR A conductor or group of conductors substantially enclosed to prevent accidental contact.




		ENCLOSURE A housing to contain electrical components, usually specified by a NEMA classification number.




		ELECTRICAL BRAKING SYSTEM A method of controlling crane motor speed when in an overhauling condition, without the use of friction braking.




		END APPROACH The minimum horizontal distance, parallel to the runway, between the outermost extremities of the crane and the centerline of the hook.




		END STOP A fixed steel structure capable of stopping the crane at full speed.




		END TIE A structural member other than the end truck which connects the ends of the girders to maintain the squareness of the bridge.




		END TRUCK The unit consisting of truck frame, wheels, bearings, axles, etc., which supports the bridge girders.




		EXPLOSION PROOF CRANE A crane designed using specially constructed electrical components to prevent the ignition of hazardous materials in the surrounding atmosphere, by containing any explosions that may occur within the components.