Dilatometric

/ˌdɪlətəˈmɛtrɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or measured by a dilatometer; involving the measurement of expansion.

Etymology

From dilatometer + -ic suffix. Describes anything that relates to or uses dilatometric measurement.

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Dilatometric analysis helps engineers predict when bridges, railways, and buildings will develop problems from thermal stress—a hidden science protecting structures we walk on daily.

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