screw theory

noun

The algebraic calculation of pairs of vectors, such as linear and angular velocity, that arise in the kinematics of rigid bodies.

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nounscrew theory (uncountable)
  1. uncountableengineeringThe algebraic calculation of pairs of vectors, such as linear and angular velocity, that arise in the kinematics of rigid bodies.
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