Verlet integration
n.— «The rag doll physics are based on a simple technique called verlet integration—a bit like simulating a rope.» —“Rag Doll Kung Fu interview” by Jannik Espersen Boomtown Oct. 6, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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