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Damped Oscillations The time constant, τ, is a property of the system, measured in seconds •A smaller value of τmeans more damping –the oscillations will die out more quickly. •A larger value of τmeans less damping, the oscillations will carry on longer. /W max ( ) x t Ae t
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