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Lissajous figure |
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Lissajous figure [ˈliːsəˌʒuː ˌliːsəˈʒuː] n (Physics / General Physics) a curve traced out by a point that undergoes two simple harmonic motions in mutually perpendicular directions. The shape of these curves is characteristic of the relative phases and frequencies of the motion; they are used to determine the frequencies and phases of alternating voltages [named after Jules A. Lissajous (1822-80), French physicist] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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