ScienceAugust 24, 2026
tensor
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Definition
A mathematical object used in physics and engineering to describe linear relations between vectors and scalars in multidimensional spaces.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'tensus,' meaning 'stretched' or 'tension,' and was introduced in the late 19th century to describe the stress and strain properties of materials.
In the news
The article discusses 'moment tensor potentials,' which are mathematical tools that help the AI model calculate the physical behaviors of atoms within large composite materials.
Metal ceramics under AI control: A new approach for calculating the mechanical properties of materials
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