pneumatics

American  

[noo-mat-iks, nyoo-] / nʊˈmæt ɪks, nyʊ- /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. the branch of physics that deals with the mechanical properties of air and other gases.

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pneumatics British  

/ njʊˈmætɪks /

noun

1. Also called: aerometry.   pneumodynamics.  (functioning as singular) the branch of physics concerned with the mechanical properties of gases, esp air

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Etymology

Origin of pneumatics

First recorded in 1650–60; pneumatic, -ics

Example Sentences

But the ones in use now lean on hydraulics or pneumatics to change the shape of the "hand" to pick up the item.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2024

Inspired by a hybrid of several technologies — pneumatics, mechanical springs and hydraulics — the semi-automatic rifle produces almost no recoil by transferring that energy into expelling shells and chambering the next rounds.

From Washington Times • Jan. 19, 2023

"Electrifying drilling, upgrading pneumatics and going tankless are certainly steps in the right direction," said Deborah Gordon, a senior principal in the Rocky Mountain Institute's climate intelligence group.

From Reuters • Dec. 20, 2021

HaptX — a longtime player in the virtual and augmented reality industry — says parts of the glove appear “substantively identical” to its own work using pneumatics to simulate physical touch.

From The Verge • Nov. 17, 2021

We find a little discussion of mechanics, hydrostatics and pneumatics, a little heat, and a very little optics.

From Lord Kelvin An account of his scientific life and work by Gray, Andrew