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axis of symmetry

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axis of symmetry [′ak·səs əv ′sim·ə·trē]
(mechanics)
An imaginary line about which a geometrical figure is symmetric. Also known as symmetry axis.


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In this example, the whole mold was rotating at a constant speed of 400 rpm around its vertical axis of symmetry.
A passive solenoid magnet is placed around the decay region, with its axis of symmetry perpendicular to the incident neutron beam, along the x coordinate.
The greater size of the eurhythmy room, and the placing of main entrance and stair opposite it in plan, produce a dominant east-west axis, the main axis of symmetry.
 
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