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overshoot

a momentary excessive response of an electrical or mechanical system

overshoot [′ō·vər‚shüt]

(electromagnetism)

The reception of microwave signals where they were not intended, due to an unusual atmospheric condition that sets up variations in the index of refraction.

(engineering)

An initial transient response to a unidirectional change in input which exceeds the steady-state response.

The maximum amount by which this transient response exceeds the steady-state response.

overshoot

The projection of an upper story beyond the wall of the story below, commonly on the front of the house but sometimes on the sides as well; frequently called a jetty. Also see framed overhang and hewn overhang.

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