statite

English

Etymology

Blend of static +‎ satellite. By surface analysis, static +‎ -ite.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈstætaɪt/
  • Rhymes: -ætaɪt

Noun

statite (plural statites)

  1. (space flight) A hypothetical type of artificial satellite that uses solar sails to maneuver and able to hold stationary by balancing propulsive pressure with gravitational pull.

Derived terms

  • lagite

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