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conformal Definition

con·formal (-fôr′məl)

adjective

  1. Math. of a transformation in which corresponding angles are equal
  2. designating or of a map projection in which shapes at any point are true, but areas become increasingly exaggerated

Etymology: < LL(Ec) conformalis, conformable, similar < L conformare: see conform

conformal Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • radiotherapy: For instance, you have to have a CT scan first, to help plan your conformal radiotherapy.
  • invariance: In fact, SLE encodes a clear geometric notion of conformal invariance, rather hidden in the CFT language.
  • coating: He also recommended using a bold letter heading for every note, for example PCB material or Conformal coating.
  • mapping: More Conformal Mappings Here we will look at the fluid flow past an inclined flat plate.
  • theory: This will give at least formally the spectrum of the integrals of motion of a conformal field theory.
  • technique: Maximizing set-up accuracy using portal images as applied to a conformal boost technique for prostatic cancer.

Modifying Another Word

highly: Our continuing work is motivated by the necessity of providing Image Guided therapy in order to provide highly conformal treatments.