aerostatics (Meaning)

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aerostatics (n.)

The science that treats of the equilibrium of elastic fluids, or that of bodies sustained in them. Hence it includes aeronautics.

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The science that treats of the equilibrium of elastic fluids, or that of bodies sustained in them. Hence it includes aeronautics.

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Aerostatics is the branch of fluid mechanics that deals with the equilibrium of gases, especially in relation to buoyancy.

Engineers rely on aerostatics to design hot air balloons, ensuring they achieve the necessary lift for a safe ascent.

The study of aerostatics helps scientists understand how lighter-than-air vehicles remain buoyant in the atmosphere.

In aerostatics, the balance between the upward force of buoyancy and the downward force of gravity is crucial for stable flight.