Torsional
(adjective)
Relating to or characterized by torsion or twisting.
Origin:
Derived from the word "torsion", meaning "twisting".
Examples:
- The torsional rigidity of the steel shaft prevented it from twisting under heavy loads.
- The torsional oscillations in the suspension system caused the car to vibrate and lose stability.
- The torsional springs in the clock mechanism wound the mainspring and regulated the timekeeping.
- The torsional forces in the helicopter rotors created lift and controlled the direction of flight.
- The torsional motion of the propeller blade generated thrust and powered the airplane forward.