Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eigenmode
Noun
/ˈaɪɡənˌmoʊd/
Definition
An eigenmode is a specific type of mode or state that can occur in a physical system, particularly in the context of waves and vibrations.
Examples
- The first eigenmode of the vibrating string is its fundamental frequency.
- In quantum mechanics, eigenmodes play a key role in describing the energy states of a system.
Meaning
In physics and engineering, an eigenmode describes the natural frequency and corresponding shape of a system’s oscillation. It is fundamental to systems such as vibrating strings, membranes, and more complex structures.
Synonyms
- Eigenstate
- Natural mode
- Characteristic mode
