##  [Seizure](/seizure) 

  ##  [Seizure](https://engineering.quantumdictionary.io/seizure-0) 

  

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Definition

A catastrophic loss of relative motion between contacting components caused by the formation of strong adhesive bonds, local welding, or extreme plastic deformation at the contact interface such that applied driving torque cannot produce sliding without causing severe damage.