retrieval

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The team used a specialist retrieval system to access the airbag control module – where a snapshot of electronic data, triggered by the crash, revealed speeds, accelerator position, steering wheel angle and brake pedal application.

From BBC

The two met and worked out a system for trash collection and syringe retrieval.

From Los Angeles Times

As for Russia, little is known about its deep-water retrieval capabilities.

From Scientific American

Another 5,200 retrievals were ordered for the same reasons in 2021 — making it the largest two-year total in failed background checks since the National Instant Criminal Background Check System began operating in 1998.

From Washington Times

Later this year, Densho plans to add translated letters and journals to its rich digital archive and launch a koseki retrieval and translation service to help Japanese Americans locate their ancestors.

From Seattle Times