---
title: linearDamping
framework: realitykit
role: symbol
role_heading: Instance Property
path: realitykit/physicsbodycomponent/lineardamping
---

# linearDamping

The value that controls how fast a dynamic rigid body’s translation motion approaches the zero rest state.

## Declaration

```swift
var linearDamping: Float { get set }
```

## Discussion

Discussion important: Use a non-negative value for linear damping.