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'''Lift''' is force created on an object that is perpendicular to its direction of motion | '''Lift''' is force created on an object that is perpendicular to its direction of motion | ||
as it moves through a [[fluid]]. | as it moves through a [[fluid]]. | ||
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Lift is also used in other machines such as [[windmills]], [[turbine]]s, and [[sailboat]]s. | Lift is also used in other machines such as [[windmills]], [[turbine]]s, and [[sailboat]]s. | ||
Revision as of 15:07, 27 January 2008
Lift is force created on an object that is perpendicular to its direction of motion as it moves through a fluid.
Objects that are designed to maximize their lift are called airfoils.
Lift is used in aircraft such as airplanes and helicopters as a means to counteract gravity and remain aloft.
Lift is also used in other machines such as windmills, turbines, and sailboats.