Biharmonic

/baɪhɑrˈmɑnɪk/ adjective

Definition

In mathematics and physics, relating to or involving two harmonic functions or the application of the Laplacian operator twice.

Etymology

From bi- (two) combined with harmonic (from Greek harmonikos, meaning concordant or fitting together), a technical term developed in 19th-century mathematics.

Kelly Says

Biharmonic equations describe things like vibrating plates and fluid flow, and they're so important that engineers have entire specialized numerical methods just to solve them efficiently!

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