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center of pressure [′sen·tər əv ′presh·ər] (aerospace engineering) The point in the chord of an airfoil section which is at the intersection of the chord (prolonged if necessary) and the line of action of the combined air forces (resultant air force). (fluid mechanics) For a body immersed in a fluid, the point through which the resultant of the forces on the surface of the body due to hydrostatic pressure acts. Center of pressure A point on a plane surface through which the resultant force due to pressure passes. Such a surface can be supported by a single mounting fixture at its center of pressure if no other forces act. For example, a water gate in a dam can be supported by a single shaft at its center of pressure. See Resultant of forces How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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