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inverse kinematics

the transformation necessary to go from movement goals, typically specified in terms of positions or trajectories in space, to the means of achieving those goals, described in terms of joint angles. Inverse dynamics expresses this transformation in terms of the forces exerted by muscles. Because of the degrees of freedom problem, each of these transformations has many possible solutions for any particular movement.

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lesion

lesion

n. any disruption of or damage to the normal structure or function of an organ or part of an organ due to injury, disease, or a surgical procedure. A lesion may be a wound, ulcer, tumor, cataract, or any other pathological change in tissue. See also temporary lesion.