rigidity
Definition
Relative stiffness of a material that allows it to resist bending, stretching, twisting or other deformation under a load. It is function of the material's modulus of elasticity (see Young's modulus) and shape.
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rigidity is in the Industries, Manufacturing, & Technology subject.
rigidity appears in the definitions of the following terms: flute, management by objectives (MBO) and fiberboard
rigidity appears in these other terms: rigidity modulus, modulus of rigidity
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