centre of curvature

British  

noun

1. the point on the normal at a given point on a curve on the concave side of the curve whose distance from the point on the curve is equal to the radius of curvature

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centre of curvature

On the side of the beam towards the centre of curvature the longitudinal filaments must be contracted, and on the other side they must be extended.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 2 "Ehud" to "Electroscope" by Various

For instance, if the radius of curvature of the cathode be 1.5 inches, the centre of curvature may lie something like an eighth of an inch or less in front of the anode.

From On Laboratory Arts by Threlfall, Richard

It is an application of the principle of having the cutting tool as long as the radius of curvature, and allowing it to move about the centre of curvature.

From On Laboratory Arts by Threlfall, Richard

Both arms of the beam carry circular-arched heads, which are similar portions of the complete circles, the centre of curvature being the fulcrum, or axis.

From A Treatise on Meteorological Instruments Explanatory of Their Scientific Principles, Method of Construction, and Practical Utility by Negretti, Henry

The source and screen are partly independent, and each is provided with a fine adjustment which serves to place it in position near the centre of curvature.

From On Laboratory Arts by Threlfall, Richard