sol·i·ton (s l  -tn )n. A pulselike wave that can exist in nonlinear systems, does not obey the superposition principle, and does not disperse. [solit(ary) + -on.] |
soliton [ˈsɒlɪˌtɒn]
n
(Physics / General Physics) Physics an isolated particle-like wave that is a solution of certain equations for propagation, occurring when two solitary waves do not change their form after collision and subsequently travelling for considerable distances
[from solit(ary) + -on]
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| Noun | 1. | soliton - (physics) a quantum of energy or quasiparticle that can be propagated as a traveling wave in nonlinear systems and is neither preceded nor followed by another such disturbance; does not obey the superposition principle and does not dissipate; "soliton waves can travel long distances with little loss of energy or structure" natural philosophy, physics - the science of matter and energy and their interactions; "his favorite subject was physics" traveling wave, travelling wave - a wave in which the medium moves in the direction of propagation of the wave |
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