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Amplitude

The maximum distance from the equilibrium position that occurs in periodic motion.

Peak amplitude
The difference between the maximum excursion and the equilibrium point.

Peak-to-peak amplitude
The difference between the maximum positive and maximum negative points of excursion.

RMS amplitude
The standard deviation of all values.
See also: Amplitude Stability, Instantaneous Amplitude, Peak to Peak Value, Peak Value.

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