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    harmonic
    /hɑːˈmɒnɪk/

    adjective

    • 1. relating to or characterized by harmony: "a basic four-chord harmonic sequence"
    • 2. relating to a harmonic progression: "the resonant frequencies of the vibrations bear simple harmonic relationships to each other"

    noun

    • 1. an overtone accompanying a fundamental tone at a fixed interval, produced by vibration of a string, column of air, etc. in an exact fraction of its length.
    • 2. a component frequency of an oscillation or wave.

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  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › HarmonicHarmonic - Wikipedia

    In physics, acoustics, and telecommunications, a harmonic is a sinusoidal wave with a frequency that is a positive integer multiple of the fundamental frequency of a periodic signal. The fundamental frequency is also called the 1st harmonic; the other harmonics are known as higher harmonics.

  4. www.techtarget.com › whatis › definitionWhat Is Harmonic? Definition From WhatIs - TechTarget

    A harmonic is a wave or signal whose frequency is an integral (whole number) multiple of the frequency of the same reference signal or wave. As part of the harmonic series, the term can also refer to the ratio of the frequency of such a signal or wave to the frequency of the reference signal or wave.

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  5. www.electrical4u.com › fundamental-frequency-andFundamental Frequency And Harmonics: What Are They?

    Feb 19, 2020 · Harmonics Definition: Harmonics are defined as higher frequency components that are integer multiples of the fundamental frequency, causing waveform distortion. Sources of Harmonics: Harmonics come from non-linear loads and powerful electronic switching circuits.

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  7. www.engineeringenotes.com › electrical-engineeringHarmonics: Definition, Types and Causes | Electrical Engineering

    Definition of Harmonics: Harmonics are sinusoidal voltages or currents having frequencies that are integer multiples of the frequency at which the supply system is designed to operate. Harmonics as pure tones making up a composite tone in music.

  8. www.physicsclassroom.com › class › soundPhysics Tutorial: Fundamental Frequency and Harmonics

    Each natural frequency that an object or instrument produces has its own characteristic vibrational mode or standing wave pattern. These patterns are only created within the object or instrument at specific frequencies of vibration; these frequencies are known as harmonic frequencies, or merely harmonics.

  9. www.youphysics.education › standing-waves › harmonicsStanding waves. What is a harmonic? - YouPhysics

    Learn what harmonics are and how they relate to standing waves, natural frequencies and timbre. See examples of standing waves and harmonics for different instruments and waveforms.

  10. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › harmonicHarmonic Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the meaning of harmonic as an adjective and a noun, with synonyms, examples, and word history. Find out how harmonic relates to music, sound, and mathematics.