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Bay

  1. Bay (Telecommunications): A unit of racks designed to accommodate a number of standard-sized panels, such as repeaters or logical units. This is commonly used in telecommunications and data center contexts where equipment is housed in standardized racks.
  2. Bay (Warehouse): An area in a warehouse designated by markings on the columns or floor. This is used to demarcate specific sections or areas within a warehouse for storage or organizational purposes.
  3. Bay (Antenna): A unit of horizontally extended antenna, typically the distance between masts or supports. This is relevant in the context of antenna systems where the spacing between elements affects performance and coverage.

These definitions illustrate how “bay” is used across different technical and logistical contexts.

See

  • Engine bay
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