cartpole

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An inverted pendulum whose pivot point can be moved along a track to maintain balance

Word forms

cartpole cartpoles

Etymology

From cart + pole, representing the pendulum as an upright pole balancing on top of a moving cart.

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