neutral axis

noun
an imaginary line in the cross section of a beam, shaft, or the like, along which no stresses occur.

Origin:
1835–45

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neutral axis
 
n
engineering the line or plane through the section of a beam or plate which does not suffer extension or compression when the beam or plate bends

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