torsion

noun

UK/ˈtɔː.ʃᵊn/
US/ˈtɔːr.ʃᵊn/

Definitions of torsion noun

  1. Uncountable(不可数名词)engineering(工程)

    the act of twisting, the force that causes twisting, or the state of being twisted

    扭转;扭力;受扭状态

    • The material has a high resistance to torsion.

      这种材料具有很高的抗扭转性。

    • The beam bent due to the torsion in the structure.

      由于结构中的扭力,梁弯曲了。

    • Engineers need to carefully calculate the torsional forces on the shaft.

      工程师需要仔细计算轴上的扭转力。