"free surface effect" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: free surface effects [plural]
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  1. (physics, mechanical engineering) The tendency of liquids and liquid-like aggregates to move in response to changes in the attitude of a craft's cargo holds, decks, or liquid tanks in reaction to operator-induced motions (or sea states caused by waves and wind acting upon the craft). Categories (topical): Mechanical engineering, Physics, Vehicles

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