holonomic constraint (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: /hoʊˈlɒnəmɪk kənˈstreɪnt/
Definition
A restriction on the motion of a mechanical system that can be expressed as an equation relating the coordinates of the system and time, and does not involve velocities or higher derivatives.
Examples
In physics, a holonomic constraint simplifies the analysis of complex systems by reducing the number of independent coordinates.
The wheels of a car rolling without slipping on a flat surface represent a holonomic constraint.
How to Use holonomic constraint
- holonomic constraint (collocation)
- A specific type of restriction in mechanical systems. — "The analysis of the system was simplified due to the presence of a holonomic constraint."
- apply a holonomic constraint (collocation)
- To introduce or implement a holonomic restriction. — "Researchers decided to apply a holonomic constraint to model the robot's movement more accurately."
- satisfy a holonomic constraint (collocation)
- For a system's motion to adhere to a holonomic restriction. — "The system's configuration must satisfy the holonomic constraint at all times."
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