Definition of Aerobraking

1. Noun. The use of atmospheric drag to reduce the velocity of a spacecraft, especially so as to establish a stable orbit and to reduce fuel consumption ¹

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Definition of Aerobraking

1. aerobrake [v] - See also: aerobrake

Lexicographical Neighbors of Aerobraking

aerobiologists
aerobiology
aerobioscope
aerobioses
aerobiosis
aerobiotic
aerobium
aeroboard
aerobomb
aerobombs
aerobot
aerobots
aerobrake
aerobraked
aerobrakes
aerobraking (current term)
aerobridge
aerobridges
aerobus
aerobuses
aerocele
aerochemical
aeroclub
aeroclubs
aerocraft
aerocrafts
aerocyst
aerocysts
aerodart

Literary usage of Aerobraking

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Exploring the Moon and Mars: Choices for the Nation (1991)
"A very massive interplanetary vehicle would either have to use aerobraking or carry sufficient fuel to slow it for capture by Mars. ..."

2. Space Radiation Hazards and the Vision for Space Exploration: Report of a by National Research Council (U.S.) (2006)
"Upper-atmosphere models are used in Mars mission aerobraking plans. The main missing element for the radiation environment is a validation of orbital and ..."

3. Doing Business with NASA (1993)
"Areas of interest include advanced propulsion, aerobraking, cryogenic fluid management, materials, and space science. The Solid Propulsion Integrity Program ..."

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