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triaxial Definition

tri·ax·ial (trī aksē əl)

adjective

having three axes, as some crystals

triaxial Related Forms
tri·axi·ally adverb
triaxial Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • apparatus: One of the major advantages of the triaxial apparatus is the control provided over drainage from the sample.
  • test: Use the Cam Clay model to predict changes of stress and volume in simple shear and triaxial tests.
  • state: A test cell for applying true triaxial stress states to core plugs, with three independent principal stresses, has been developed.
  • system: For the method cancelation of ambient magnetic fields is necessary and the triaxial coil system shown in the picture is used.
  • compression: Aging and creep of sands have been measured in triaxial compression and extension to identify the causes of increasing pile shaft capacity with time.
  • accelerometer: Quiet stance was assessed using a triaxial accelerometer and balance performance monitor simultaneously.