CEFR C1

damping factor

noun

Meaning

A dimensionless quantity representing the degree to which oscillations in a system decrease over time.

Examples

A damping factor of 0.5 means the oscillations will decay relatively quickly.
The system's stability depends heavily on its damping factor.

Synonyms: attenuation coefficient, decay rate, dissipation factor

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damping factor (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈdæmpɪŋ ˈfæktər/

Definition

A dimensionless quantity representing the degree to which oscillations in a system decrease over time.

Examples

A damping factor of 0.5 means the oscillations will decay relatively quickly.
The system's stability depends heavily on its damping factor.

How to Use damping factor

damping factor of X (prepositional phrase): Specifies the numerical value of the damping factor. — "The damping factor of the new shock absorber is set to 0.7."
damping factor in X (prepositional phrase): Indicates the system or context where the damping factor is relevant. — "The damping factor in this mechanical system is crucial for its longevity."

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