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resilience [rə′zil·yəns]

(computer science)

The ability of computer software to be used for long periods of time.

(mechanics)

Ability of a strained body, by virtue of high yield strength and low elastic modulus, to recover its size and form following deformation.

The work done in deforming a body to some predetermined limit, such as its elastic limit or breaking point, divided by the body's volume.

resilience

The ability of a body that has been subjected to an external force to recover its size and shape, following deformation.

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