mechanical
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Shrinking the balance sheet in this setup is mechanical rather than discretionary.
From Barron's
Even though they account for less than 5% of the electrode's total weight, they strongly influence mechanical strength, electrical and ionic conductivity, and how long a battery can operate through repeated charge cycles.
From Science Daily
This can happen for several reasons, including mechanical vibrations, atmospheric turbulence, and/or imperfections in alignment systems.
From Science Daily
“It had to be a sound that would stay in the mind of the audience,” Panahi explains, noting he went through several different sound effects until landing on the right mechanical squeal.
From Los Angeles Times
"In particular, industries that are important for Germany -- automotive and mechanical engineering -- are feeling this," he told AFP.
From Barron's
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