Harmonic Oscillator

Definition

A harmonic oscillator refers to any system where a restoring force acts on an object, causing it to oscillate back and forth around a stable equilibrium position.

Related terms

Amplitude:

The maximum displacement from equilibrium during one complete cycle of motion in a harmonic oscillator.

Frequency:

The number of complete cycles or oscillations per unit time in a harmonic oscillator.

Period:

The time taken for one complete cycle or oscillation in a harmonic oscillator.