AERODYNAMICS

aeromechanics, aerodynamics

(noun) the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion of gases (especially air) and their effects on bodies in the flow

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

aerodynamics (uncountable)

The science of the dynamics of bodies moving relative to gases, especially the interaction of moving objects with the atmosphere

The aerodynamic properties of a particular object (typically a car)

Coordinate terms

• aerostatics

Source: Wiktionary


A`ër*o*dy*nam"ics, n. Etym: [Aëro- + dynamics: cf. F. aérodynamique.]

Definition: The science which treats of the air and other gaseous bodies under the action of force, and of their mechanical effects.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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According to Guinness World Records, the most massive cup of coffee contained 22,739.14 liters and was created by Alcaldía Municipal de Chinchiná (Colombia) at Parque de Bolívar, Chinchiná, Caldas, Colombia, on 15 June 2019. Fifty people worked for more than a month to build this giant cup. The drink prepared was Arabic coffee.

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