Pronunciation: /ˈɛroʊˌbreɪkɪŋ/
noun A maneuver in which a spacecraft uses the resistance of a planet's atmosphere to slow down or adjust its trajectory
A1 Aerobraking is a technique used by spacecraft to slow down by using the atmosphere of a planet.
A2 The Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter used aerobraking to adjust its orbit around Mars.
B1 Aerobraking can save fuel and extend the lifespan of a spacecraft.
B2 The aerobraking maneuver was successfully executed, allowing the spacecraft to enter orbit around the planet.
C1 The precision required for aerobraking maneuvers is a testament to the skill of the mission control team.
C2 Aerobraking has become a standard practice for optimizing spacecraft trajectories in the solar system.
formal Aerobraking is a spaceflight maneuver that uses a planet's atmosphere to slow down a spacecraft.
informal They used aerobraking to slow down the spacecraft as it entered Mars' atmosphere.
slang Aerobraking is like hitting the brakes with the atmosphere.
figurative In life, sometimes we need to aerobrake by slowing down and using our surroundings to help us navigate challenges.
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