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31Shape optimization — is part of the field of optimal control theory. The typical problem is to find the shape which is optimal in that it minimizes a certain cost functional while satisfying given constraints. In many cases, the functional being solved depends on the …
32Spondylolisthesis — Not to be confused with spondylosis, spondylitis, or spondylolysis. Spondylolisthesis Classification and external resources X ray of the lateral lumbar spine with a grade III spondylolisthesis at the L5 S1 level …
33Vein (geology) — A quartz vein, prominent from the surrounding weathered rock In geology, a vein is a distinct sheetlike body of crystallized minerals within a rock. Veins form when mineral constituents carried by an aqueous solution within the rock mass are… …
34Scheuermann's disease — Classification and external resources A 20 year old male with Scheuermann s disease, showing various measurement of kyphotic/lordotic degrees and their supplementary angles. Notice the signature wedging shape of the four vertebrae in the lower… …
35Bubble rafts — A material s observable and measurable mechanical properties strongly depend on its atomic and microstructural configuration and characteristics. This fact is intentionally ignored in Continuum Mechanics, which assumes a material to have no… …
36Archer's paradox — The term archer s paradox refers to the flexing of an arrow shaft that occurs when it is shot from a non centershot bow. Coined by Robert P. Elmer in the 1930s, the archer s paradox centers around the idea that, in order to be accurate, an arrow… …
37Theory of tides — The theory of tides is the application of continuum mechanics to interpret and predict the tidal deformations of planetary and satellite bodies and their atmospheres and oceans, under the gravitational loading of another astronomical body or… …
38Solution of the Poincaré conjecture — This entry describes the solution of the Poincaré conjecture at a level intended for the general public. The proof described is that of Grigori Perelman using the Ricci flow developed by Richard Hamilton. Links to other expositions for general… …
39Spinal curvature — Classification and external resources Different regions (curvatures) of the vertebral column ICD 10 M …
40deformation — deformational, adj. /dee fawr may sheuhn, def euhr /, n. 1. the act of deforming; distortion; disfigurement. 2. the result of deforming; change of form, esp. for the worse. 3. an altered form. 4. Geol., Mech. a change in the shape or dimensions… …
