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chatter

the undulating pattern of marks in a machined surface from the vibration of the tool or workpiece

chatter [′chad·ər]

(electricity)

Prolonged undesirable opening and closing of electric contacts, as on a relay. Also known as contact chatter.

(engineering)

An irregular alternating motion of the parts of a relief valve due to the application of pressure where contact is made between the valve disk and the seat.

(engineering acoustics)

Vibration of a disk-recorder cutting stylus in a direction other than that in which it is driven.

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