Noun
local maximum (plural local maximums or local maxima)
(mathematics) A maximum within a restricted domain; a point on a function whose value is greater than the values of all other points near it, especially if another local maximum of greater value is known to exist.
For example, the interpolant above has a local maximum at x ≈ 1.566, f(x) ≈ 1.003 and a local minimum at x ≈ 4.708, f(x) ≈ −1.003. Source: Internet
If all of the eigenvalues are positive, then the point is a local minimum; if all are negative, it is a local maximum. Source: Internet
The central part of the 'S' corresponds to a free energy local maximum (since ). Source: Internet
The parameters of the plutinos’ orbits are more evenly distributed, with a local maximum in moderate eccentricities in 0.15–0.2 range and low inclinations 5–10°. Source: Internet