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aer·o·stat·ics (âr

-st

ks)

n. (used with a sing. verb)

The science of gases in equilibrium and of the equilibrium of balloons or aircraft under changing atmospheric flight conditions.

aerostatics [ˌɛərəˈstætɪks]

n (functioning as singular)

1. (Physics / General Physics) the study of gases in equilibrium and bodies held in equilibrium in gases Compare aerodynamics

2. (Engineering / Aeronautics) the study of lighter-than-air craft, such as balloons

aerostatics

the study of the construction and operation of aerostats, lighter-than-air craft, as balloons or dirigibles. — aerostatic, aerostatical, adj.

See also: Aviation

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