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plate wave [′plāt ‚wāv] (acoustics) A type of ultrasonic vibration generated in a thin solid, such as a sheet of metal having a thickness of less than one wavelength, and usually consisting of a variety of simultaneous modes having different velocities; it is used in metal inspection. Also known as Lamb wave. 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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