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lifting reentry

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lifting reentry [′lift·iŋ rē′en·trē]
(aerospace engineering)
A reentry into the atmosphere by a space vehicle where aerodynamic lift is used, allowing a more gradual descent, greater accuracy in landing at a predetermined spot; it can accommodate greater errors in the guidance system and greater temperature control.


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