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fail-safenounThat does not cause undue damage in the event of failure.
safenounNot in danger; out of harm's reach.
foolproofOf a device: protected against, or designed to be proof against, misuse or error.
fallbacknounA backup plan or contingency strategy; an alternative which can be used if something goes wrong with the main plan; a recourse.
automaticnounA car with an automatic transmission; the transmission itself.
bulletproof(of a material) Capable of withstanding a direct shot by a bullet fired from a gun.
surefireAlternative form of sure-fire. [Guaranteed to work or happen.]
preemptiveMade so as to deter an anticipated unpleasant situation.
resettableCapable of being reset.
standbynounA state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).
resetnoun(also figurative) The act of resetting to the initial state.
overrangenounInput to an instrument beyond the range of values it is designed to handle.
emergencynoun(sometimes attributive) A situation which poses an immediate risk and which requires urgent attention.
programmablenounA calculator that allows the user to write programs.
autopilotnoun(aviation, nautical) A mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic system used to guide a vehicle without assistance from a human being.
robustEvincing strength and health; strong; (often, especially) both large and healthy.
heuristicnounA heuristic method.
infallibleWithout fault or weakness; incapable of error or fallacy.
overrideverb(transitive, intransitive) To counteract the normal operation of something; to countermand with orders of higher priority.
redundantSuperfluous; exceeding what is necessary, no longer needed.

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