Air jacket
an envelope of enclosed air around part of a machine, as for checking the transmission of heat.
British, .
noun
an air-filled envelope or compartment surrounding a machine or part to reduce the rate at which heat is transferred to or from it Compare water jacket
a less common name for life jacket
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