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angular acceleration
noun
, Physics.
- the time rate of change of angular velocity of a rotating body.
angular acceleration
noun
- the rate of change of angular velocity
- astronautics the acceleration of a space vehicle around an axis
angular acceleration
/ ăng′gyə-lər /
- The rate of change of angular velocity with respect to time. Angular acceleration is measured in revolutions per minute squared or in radians per second squared.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of angular acceleration1
First recorded in 1880–85
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Example Sentences
Similarly, if a body is rotated round a vertical axis, we perceive only angular acceleration and not angular velocity.
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To find the angular acceleration A, draw kt, bt respectively parallel to and at right angles to the link KB.
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The terrific angular acceleration seemed intent on forcing the two fugitives straight through the metal floor.
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