ändläge

ändläge is a Swedish term that roughly translates to "end position" or "final state" in English. It is often used in technical and scientific contexts, particularly in discussions related to systems, processes, or physical phenomena that reach a stable or terminal condition. The term implies a point where change ceases or becomes negligible, and the system settles into a predictable configuration.

In engineering and physics, ändläge can refer to the stable positions of mechanical components, the equilibrium state of a chemical reaction, or the final temperature of an object after heat transfer. For example, a spring that has been compressed and then released will eventually come to rest at its original ändläge, or resting position. Similarly, a thermostat's sensor might reach its ändläge when it has accurately measured the ambient temperature, signaling the heating or cooling system to shut off.

The concept of ändläge is important for understanding system behavior and designing for predictable outcomes. Identifying and characterizing the ändläge of a system allows engineers and scientists to ensure that a process concludes as intended or that a device functions correctly. It signifies the completion of a dynamic phase and the entry into a static or steady state.