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damping factor

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damping factor [′dam·piŋ ‚fak·tər]
(physics)
The ratio of the logarithmic decrement of any underdamped harmonic motion to its period. Also known as damping coefficient.


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The loss modulus and damping factor (tan [delta]) of composites at various amount of resin are shown in Fig.
The damping factor of the appended system influences the height of the two resonance peaks and the depth of the new antiresonance notch.
quot; Because rubber has such a low damping factor, it is one of the best materials for noise and vibration control.
 
 
 
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