2. Noun. The reduction in the magnitude of oscillations by the dissipation of energy ¹
3. Noun. The stabilization of a physical system by reducing oscillation ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Damping
1. the ability of a device to prevent instability [n -S]
Medical Definition of Damping
1. Bringing a mechanism to rest with minimal oscillation; e.g., in echocardiography, electrical or mechanical loading to reduce duration of echo, transmitter pulse, and transmitter complex. Origin: M.E. Damp, poisonous vapor (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Damping
Literary usage of Damping
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Manual of Tree Diseases by William Howard Rankin (1918)
"damping-OFF Caused by various species of fungi The damping-off diseases have
commanded serious attention from all persons who have attempted to grow ..."
2. Journal (1882)
"The damping of magnets by means of masses of metal which do not possess magnetic
polarity has been investigated both theoretically and experimentally. ..."
3. Scientific papers of the Bureau of Standards by United States National Bureau of Standards (1911)
"damping One of the most important points in the practical use of an instrument
... Good damping also reduces the wear on the pivots due to the swing of the ..."
4. Electrical Measurements by Frank Arthur Laws (1917)
"The various devices used, such as damping vanes or in moving coil galvanometers,
damping loops, are arrangements for quickly dissipating the energy of ..."
5. Practical Electricity: A Laboratory and Lecture-course, for First Year by William Edward Ayrton (1891)
"Correction for damping. — If it is not possible to remove the vane of a galvanometer
so as to diminish the damping to a very small value, ..."
6. Practical Electricity: A Laboratory and Lecture Course, for First Year by William Edward Ayrton (1892)
"Correction for damping.—If it is not possible to remove the vane of a galvanometer
so as to diminish the damping to a very small value, or if it is desired ..."
7. Electrical Meters: Prepared in the Extension Division of the University of by Cyril Methodius Jansky (1917)
"The amount of damping necessary depends upon the weight and moment of inertia of
the moving element, and hence if air damping is to be efficient the vane ..."
8. Cyclopedia of American Horticulture: Comprising Suggestions for Cultivation by Liberty Hyde Bailey, Wilhelm Miller (1900)
"damping-off is one of the most trying experiences of the beginner, and nothing can
... The terms damping-off and Burning are also used for ruined flowers. ..."
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