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pneumatics

[ noo-mat-iks, nyoo- ]

noun

(used with a singular verb)
  1. the branch of physics that deals with the mechanical properties of air and other gases.


pneumatics

/ ʊˈæɪ /

noun

  1. functioning as singular the branch of physics concerned with the mechanical properties of gases, esp air Also calledaerometrypneumodynamics
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Origin of pneumatics1

First recorded in 1650–60; pneumatic, -ics
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But the ones in use now lean on hydraulics or pneumatics to change the shape of the "hand" to pick up the item.

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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.

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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.

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The curriculum includes: modules on blueprint and schematics reading; sensors, pneumatics and hydraulics; and advanced troubleshooting.

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Jacobs’ specialty was designing engine components, hydraulics, pneumatics and propulsion systems.

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