Ripple
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-007210
A slight, undulating surface imperfection or pattern on a manufactured product, often resulting from an uneven cooling process, vibration, or inconsistent material flow during molding or extrusion. These small waves can affect the aesthetic appearance or functional performance of the item. Ripple marks are sometimes intentionally created for decorative purposes.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-007210 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Manufacturing |
| See also | Brake; Swingle |
| Translations | German: Riffeln; Spanish: rastrillo; French: égreneuse |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-007210",
"term": "Ripple",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A slight, undulating surface imperfection or pattern on a manufactured product, often resulting from an uneven cooling process, vibration, or inconsistent material flow during molding or extrusion. These small waves can affect the aesthetic appearance or functional performance of the item. Ripple marks are sometimes intentionally created for decorative purposes.",
"subject": "Manufacturing",
"see_also": [
"brake",
"swingle"
],
"translations": {
"de": "Riffeln",
"es": "rastrillo",
"fr": "égreneuse"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/ripple/"
}
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