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natural frequencyFrequency at which a mechanical system will vibrate freely. A pendulum, for example, always oscillates at the same frequency when set in motion. More complicated systems, such as bridges, also vibrate with a fixed natural frequency. If a varying force with a frequency equal to the natural frequency is applied to such an object the vibrations can become violent, a phenomenon known as resonance. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Those frequencies are two, three, or other-integer multiples of the fundamental frequency. In addition, Gaskins received the Wasserman Scholarship for her study, ``A Study of the Speaking Fundamental Frequency Characteristics and Perceived Characteristics of Black and White Women. His fundamental frequency (speaking voice) was 124 Hz, and a hard glottal attack and hyperfunction were noted. |
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