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Overdamped is a term used in physics and engineering to describe a system that returns to its equilibrium position slowly without oscillating. This behavior is characteristic of second-order linear differential equations, which often model physical systems like mass-spring systems or electrical circuits. When a system is overdamped, the damping force is strong enough to prevent any oscillations. Instead, the system moves smoothly and gradually towards its steady state.
In the context of a mass-spring-damper system, overdamping occurs when the damping coefficient is sufficiently large.
The mathematical condition for overdamping depends on the specific parameters of the system, typically involving the