quadrupole

British  

/ ˈkwɒdrʊˌpəʊl /

noun

1. physics a set of four associated positive and negative electric charges or two associated magnetic dipoles

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Example Sentences

That is why the team made use of the molecule's electric quadrupole moment.

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While fairly simple in design, a typical stainless-steel quadrupole might weigh several kilograms.

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Since the 3D printer can form practically any shape, the researchers designed a quadrupole with hyperbolic rods.

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In the future, the researchers plan to boost the quadrupole's performance by making the filters longer.

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To finish the quadrupole, the researchers used a technique called electroless plating to coat the rods with a thin metal film, which makes them electrically conductive.

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