center of pressure

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The specific point on a surface, such as an airfoil or submerged object, where the total sum of all aerodynamic or hydrostatic pressure forces acts.

Word forms

center of pressure centers of pressure

Synonyms

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