aerostatics

American  

[air-uh-stat-iks] / ˌɛər əˈstæt ɪks /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. the branch of statics that deals with gases in equilibrium and with gases and bodies in the gases in equilibrium with one another.

2. the science of lighter-than-air aircraft.

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aerostatics British  

/ ˌɛərəˈstætɪks /

noun

1. the study of gases in equilibrium and bodies held in equilibrium in gases Compare aerodynamics

2. the study of lighter-than-air craft, such as balloons

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Etymology

Origin of aerostatics

First recorded in 1745–55; aerostatic, -ics

Example Sentences

Whenever the topic is brought to the front; whenever aerostatics are discussed, your name and fame are sure to play a prominent part.

From The Lost City by Badger, Jos. E. (Joseph Edward)

Aeronautics is divided into two fundamentally different branches—aviatics and aerostatics.

From Aviation Engines Design?Construction?Operation and Repair by Pag?, Victor Wilfred

He had the combination of two of the sections of pigeonholes, aerostatics and intelligence.

From The Last Shot by Palmer, Frederick

The attempts which we are about to cite do not strictly belong to the history of aerostatics.

From Wonderful Balloon Ascents by Marion, F. (Fulgence)

I haven't had the opportunity to study aerostatics the same as Paul here.

From Around the World in Ten Days by Fraser, Chelsea Curtis