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• Fault model — A fault model is an engineering model of something that could go wrong in the construction or operation of a piece of equipment. From the model, the designer or user can then predict the consequences of this particular fault. Fault models can be… …   Wikipedia

• Fault — Fault, n. [OE. faut, faute, F. faute (cf. It., Sp., & Pg. falta), fr. a verb meaning to want, fail, freq., fr. L. fallere to deceive. See {Fail}, and cf. {Default}.] 1. Defect; want; lack; default. [1913 Webster] One, it pleases me, for fault of… …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

• fault plane — Fault Fault, n. [OE. faut, faute, F. faute (cf. It., Sp., & Pg. falta), fr. a verb meaning to want, fail, freq., fr. L. fallere to deceive. See {Fail}, and cf. {Default}.] 1. Defect; want; lack; default. [1913 Webster] One, it pleases me, for… …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

• fault line — fault lines 1) N COUNT A fault line is a long crack in the surface of the earth. Earthquakes usually occur along fault lines. Syn: fault 2) N COUNT A fault line in a system or process is an area of it that seems weak and likely to cause problems… …   English dictionary

• Fault-tolerant computer systems — are systems designed around the concepts of fault tolerance. In essence, they have to be able to keep working to a level of satisfaction in the presence of faults. Types of fault tolerance Most fault tolerant computer systems are designed to be… …   Wikipedia

• Fault — may refer to:*Fault (geology), planar rock fractures which show evidence of relative movement *Fault (technology), an abnormal condition or defect at the component, equipment, or sub system level which may lead to a failure *An asymmetric fault… …   Wikipedia

• fault — [fôlt] n. [ME faute < OFr faulte, a lack < VL * fallita < * fallitus, for L falsus: see FALSE] 1. Obs. failure to have or do what is required; lack 2. something that mars the appearance, character, structure, etc.; defect or failing 3.… …   English World dictionary

• fault line — n. 1. Geol. the line formed along the surface of the ground by a fault 2. any division or rift, as based on philosophical, religious, or ethnic differences, that is perceived as leading inevitably to violent confrontation …   English World dictionary

• Fault line (disambiguation) — Fault line (or Faultline) may refer to: *Fault (geology), a rock fracture which show evidence of movement *Faultline Records, a record label *Faultline (musician), A Moniker for the British DJ, David Kosten …   Wikipedia

• fault line — fault′ line n. 1) gel the intersection of a geologic fault with the surface of the earth or other plane of reference 2) cvb a boundary between incompatible or irreconcilable beliefs, cultures, or the like • Etymology: 1865–70 …   From formal English to slang

• Fault (geology) — Part of a series on earthquakes Types Foreshock • Aftershock • Blind thrust Doublet • Interplate • …   Wikipedia