Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-phase-out-of-phase
Adjective
/ɪn feɪz aʊt əv feɪz/
Definition
A term used to describe the relationship between two signals where they can either align with each other (in-phase) or are out of alignment (out-of-phase).
Examples
- When both speakers are in-phase, the sound feels fuller.
- Two waves that are out-of-phase can cancel each other’s effects.
Meaning
In-phase signals occur when the peaks and troughs of the waves coincide, leading to constructive interference, while out-of-phase signals occur when the peaks of one signal align with the troughs of another, resulting in destructive interference.
Synonyms
- Coherent
- Aligned
- Synced
