Definitions

1. noun

A unit of magnetic field strength, equivalent to one tesla.

“The scientist measured the magnetic field in teslas and was able to calculate the Helmholtz energy of the material.”

2. noun

A type of resonator used to generate high-frequency sound waves.

“The musician used a Helmholtz resonator to create a unique sound effect in her composition.”

3. noun

The Helmholtz free energy, a thermodynamic potential in physics.

“The physicist calculated the Helmholtz free energy of the system to determine its equilibrium state.”

4. proper noun

A German surname, commonly associated with Hermann von Helmholtz, a German physicist and philosopher.

“Hermann von Helmholtz was a renowned physicist and philosopher of the 19th century.”

5. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of Hermann von Helmholtz or his work.

“The Helmholtz equation is a fundamental concept in physics, named after the German physicist.”