The general theory of relativity predicted the deflection of starlight by the Sun.
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Deflection
/dəˈflɛkʃən/
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4 entriesbeam deflectionelectron deflectionoptical deflectionplate deflection
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6 entriesbeam deflectiondeflection angledeflection coefficientdeflection measurementoptical deflectionstructural deflection
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A meteor exploded over Russia, yet no one cares enough to provide funding for meteor deflection technology.
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The calculated deflection at the end of the beam is 2 cm.
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Armoring also causes deflection of wave energy, which can accelerate erosion of nearby sites, expanding the need for shoreline armoring structures.
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