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principal axis

/ˈprɪnsəpəl ˈæksɪs/

Traducción: Línea recta que pasa por el centro de una lente o espejo, o eje de simetría en un sistema geométrico, óptico o mecánico.

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/ˈprɪnsəpəl ˈæksɪs/C1formalscientific
  • esLínea recta que pasa por el centro de una lente o espejo, o eje de simetría en un sistema geométrico, óptico o mecánico.

A straight line passing through the center of a lens or mirror, or an axis of symmetry in a geometric or physical system, such as in optics or mechanics.

  1. Optical axisC1formal

    The imaginary line that passes through the center of a lens or mirror, around which the optical system is symmetric.

    esEje principal (en óptica)

    • The principal axis of a convex lens is used to determine the focal point.
    • Light rays parallel to the principal axis converge at the focal point.
    • In a concave mirror, the principal axis helps locate the image.
  2. Mechanical axisC1formal

    The central line of a rotating or symmetrical object, such as a shaft or a gear.

    eseje principal

    • The principal axis of the motor shaft must be aligned correctly.
    • Engineers measured the principal axis of the turbine for balance.
    • The principal axis of rotation is crucial for stability.