pulse wave
"Pulse waves" are important in various fields such as electronics, signal processing, and physiology, each with distinct characteristics and applications.
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Definition
C1Electronics
(technical)A waveform that alternates between high and low states, used in digital circuits and signal processing.
Example
- The microcontroller generates a pulse wave to control the LED brightness.
- Pulse waves are crucial in timing circuits for accurate signal processing.
C1Physiology
(technical, medical)The pressure wave created by the heartbeat that travels through the arteries.
Example
- Doctors measure the pulse wave to assess cardiovascular health.
- The speed of the pulse wave can indicate arterial stiffness.
C1Physics
(technical, academic)A non-sinusoidal waveform consisting of periodic pulses, characterized by a duty cycle that determines the proportion of the cycle spent in the high state.
Example
- A pulse wave with a 50% duty cycle is known as a square wave.
- The duty cycle of a pulse wave affects its average voltage level.
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