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variometer Meaning
Wordnet
variometer (n)
a measuring instrument for measuring variations in a magnetic field
Webster
variometer (n.)
An instrument for comparing magnetic forces, esp. in the earth's magnetic field.
variometer Sentence Examples
- The variometer in the sailplane indicated a rapid descent rate.
- The pilot relied on the variometer to maintain a stable altitude during the soaring flight.
- Hang glider pilots use variometers to detect thermal updrafts and avoid sink rates.
- The variometer's audio signal provided constant feedback on the glider's vertical speed.
- Experienced pilots can interpret subtle variations in the variometer's readings to locate thermals.
- The variometer also indicated the direction of the most favorable updraft.
- Paragliders utilize variometers to plan their trajectories and maximize altitude gains.
- Modern variometers have digital displays that provide precise numerical readings.
- Some variometers allow pilots to set audible alarms to alert them to significant altitude changes.
- Variometers play a crucial role in enabling pilots to safely maneuver gliders and other unpowered aircraft.
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a measuring instrument for measuring variations in a magnetic fieldAn instrument for comparing magnetic forces, esp. in the earth's magnetic field.
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The variometer in the sailplane indicated a rapid descent rate.
The pilot relied on the variometer to maintain a stable altitude during the soaring flight.
Hang glider pilots use variometers to detect thermal updrafts and avoid sink rates.
The variometer's audio signal provided constant feedback on the glider's vertical speed.
