rectification
- noun
- /ˌrɛktɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
- Specialized
- The external load state appears to influence the interface pressure distribution, while the prosthetic socket rectification appears to influence the interface shear stress distribution.
Examples
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In general, it is noted that prosthetic rectification over bulk soft tissues of increased stiffness may result in a more secure fit.
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The influence of the magnitude of the rectification in these areas on the interface stresses was investigated for static double support stance.
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For a double support stance, the interface pressure distribution appears to be more sensitive to patellar tendon rectification than popliteal rectification.
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Thus, the variation in the stress sensitivities between these two socket designs reflects the influence of prosthetic socket rectification on the interface behavior.
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The interface pressure distribution demonstrated local sensitivity to variations in the magnitude of both the patellar tendon and popliteal rectifications.
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Less prosthetic socket rectification may be required to transfer load and secure the socket on the residual limb for limbs with relatively stiff soft tissues.
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Thus, although increased patellar tendon rectification may result in a minimal increase in pressure relief for the fibular end, it may also create increased pressure over the tibial crest, a pressure-sensitive region of the residual limb.
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The engineers worked on the rectification of the curve used in the bridge design to ensure it met the specified measurements.
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To improve the accuracy of the model, they focused on the rectification of the path of the river in their calculations.
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In geometry, rectification allows us to find the equivalent straight line that represents the length of a complex curve.
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Etymology
Rectification comes from the Latin root rectus, meaning 'straight' or 'right', and it shares this root with words like rectangle. In geometry, rectification is about turning a curved length into a 'straight' one, so the origin helps you remember it is finding a straight measure of a curve.