aerodynamic shape

collocation in English

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aerodynamic
adjective
uk
/ˌeə.rəʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪk/us
/ˌer.oʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪk/
relating to or ...
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shape
noun
uk
/ʃeɪp/us
/ʃeɪp/
the particular physical form or appearance ...
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(Definition ofaerodynamicandshapefrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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Three-dimensionalaerodynamicshapeoptimization using genetic and gradient search algorithms.
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The station can withstand such strong winds through itsaerodynamicshapeand its foundation anchoring of several metres deep into the permafrost.
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It combined itsaerodynamicshapewith the technology of wired bridges, for the purpose of minimizing both the loads and structural bulk.
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Theaerodynamicshapestands for the scientists and engineers who provide technological breakthroughs.
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Despite itsaerodynamicshape, its weight and length would have made it cumbersome and impractical to throw.
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Jojoba leaves have anaerodynamicshape, creating a spiral effect, which brings wind-born pollen from the male flower to the female flower.
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When the winds blew from behind, the cabin presented a smooth,aerodynamicshapewhich reduced the tailwind advantage.
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The envelope of the blimp was used as a radome for the 42ftm 1 radar antenna, thus providing the airship with a cleanaerodynamicshape.
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This gave the car an apparentlyaerodynamicshape.
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Theaerodynamicshapewas inspired by the cherry salmon, an indigenous fish.
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Theaerodynamicshapecauses somewhat higher weight, even if carbon fiber is used.
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This allows a veryaerodynamicshapeto the fuselage and very high useful loads (almost equal to the weight of the aircraft itself).
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Not only did this system allow for the perfectaerodynamicshape, but in theory it was also lighter and easier to build.
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The flechette provide greatly extended range due to theiraerodynamicshape, and improved penetration of light armor.
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They did not spall from the shock of the explosive, but deformed into a usefulaerodynamicshapesimilar to a.22 rimfire projectile.
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It had a girder type construction with a light wood frame around that to give theaerodynamicshape.
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Thisaerodynamicshapemade a top speed of possible.
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Wing morphing is a modern day extension of wing warping in which theaerodynamicshapeof the wing is modified under computer control.
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Thanks toaerodynamicshapeit has a consumption of just 12.5 liters per 100 km (18.8 mpg).
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The whole body was given a moreaerodynamicshapecompared to previous models.
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