Dashpot: A device used to absorb shock and dampen vibrations in a structure. It consists of a mass attached to a spring, which is connected to a cylinder containing a viscous fluid. The mass is free to move in the cylinder, which is filled with a fluid such as oil. As the mass moves, it causes the fluid to move through the cylinder, absorbing energy in the form of heat. This energy is dissipated by the fluid and the mass eventually comes to rest. The damping effect of the dashpot helps reduce the amount of vibration and shock in the structure.
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