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Rigidity is actually a variable. rigid in the simplest of definition does mean no springy action. Rigid through various fixed connectors implies some spring like behaviors.

This is my favorite topic and I could go on and on about this. Point: it is a matter of precise definition. How rigid are we talking?

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I'm fascinated by structural engineering as a sort of hobbyist (who has done some basic home construction/renovation and plans to build a house/houses one day) and would definitely not be opposed if you went on and on about it.

But everything is a spring.

Literally everything. Harmonic oscillators all the way down.

I'm Hooked. Tell me more.

There’s a mass of theory out there. For some, that puts a spring in their step but others shouldn’t let their spirits be dampened.

Check out de Broglie wavelength. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matter_wave

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