AERODYNAMIC SHAPE collocation | meaning and examples of use (original) (raw)
collocation in English
meanings of aerodynamic and shape
aerodynamic
adjective
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/ˌeə.rəʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪk/us
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/ˌer.oʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪk/
relating to the science that studies the movement of gases and the way solid bodies, such as aircraft, move ...
shape
noun
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/ʃeɪp/us
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/ʃeɪp/
the particular physical form or appearance ...
Examples of aerodynamic shape
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Three-dimensional aerodynamic shape optimization using genetic and gradient search algorithms.
The station can withstand such strong winds through its aerodynamic shape and its foundation anchoring of several metres deep into the permafrost.
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It combined its aerodynamic shape with the technology of wired bridges, for the purpose of minimizing both the loads and structural bulk.
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The aerodynamic shape stands for the scientists and engineers who provide technological breakthroughs.
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Despite its aerodynamic shape, its weight and length would have made it cumbersome and impractical to throw.
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Jojoba leaves have an aerodynamic shape, creating a spiral effect, which brings wind-born pollen from the male flower to the female flower.
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When the winds blew from behind, the cabin presented a smooth, aerodynamic shape which reduced the tailwind advantage.
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The envelope of the blimp was used as a radome for the 42ftm 1 radar antenna, thus providing the airship with a clean aerodynamic shape.
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This gave the car an apparently aerodynamic shape.
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The aerodynamic shape was inspired by the cherry salmon, an indigenous fish.
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The aerodynamic shape causes somewhat higher weight, even if carbon fiber is used.
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This allows a very aerodynamic shape to the fuselage and very high useful loads (almost equal to the weight of the aircraft itself).
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Not only did this system allow for the perfect aerodynamic shape, but in theory it was also lighter and easier to build.
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The flechette provide greatly extended range due to their aerodynamic shape, and improved penetration of light armor.
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They did not spall from the shock of the explosive, but deformed into a useful aerodynamic shape similar to a.22 rimfire projectile.
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It had a girder type construction with a light wood frame around that to give the aerodynamic shape.
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This aerodynamic shape made a top speed of possible.
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Wing morphing is a modern day extension of wing warping in which the aerodynamic shape of the wing is modified under computer control.
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Thanks to aerodynamic shape it has a consumption of just 12.5 liters per 100 km (18.8 mpg).
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The whole body was given a more aerodynamic shape compared to previous models.
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