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line of force [′līn əv ¦fȯrs] (physics) An imaginary line in a field of force (such as an electric, magnetic, or gravitational field) whose tangent at any point gives the direction of the field at that point; the lines are spaced so that the number through a unit area perpendicular to the field represents the intensity of the field. Also known as flux line; line of flux. 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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| The basis for this expression can be seen in Figure 10B, where the line of force (F) is applied at an angle ([theta]) relative to the axis of the moment arm. Intec is the eighth company to license and use Immersion's growing patent portfolio for its line of force feedback video console gaming products. |
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