torsion

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Their instrument is called a torsion balance: a metal disk with holes cut out of it hangs down from a fine wire, with a similar disk right below it that rotates at a constant rate.

From Scientific American

More than two centuries after Henry Cavendish devised a torsion balance to determine the constant of gravitation, metrologists have yet to agree on the constant’s precise value.Credit:

From Nature

Structural work, which will begin later this month, includes strengthening existing beams, reducing loads and putting in additional support for torsions, Jim Bell, director of structural engineers for Arup, said.

From BBC

Key to a great short story is the tension and torsion created within each sentence.

From The Guardian

Below a titanium connecting component, there is a large hollow rubber sphere, which provides torsion – the ability to rotate.

From The Guardian