"nondimensionalization" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: nondimensionalizations [plural], nondimensionalisation [alternative]
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  1. (physics, engineering) The partial or full removal of units from an equation involving physical quantities by a suitable substitution of variables, in order, for example, to simplify and parameterize problems where measured units are involved. Tags: countable, uncountable Translations (partial or complete removal of units from an equation): Entdimensionalisierung [feminine] (German), Entdimensionierung [feminine] (German)

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