| 1. Pitot Tube [ Synonyms: pitot] | |
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Measuring instrument consisting of a right-angled tube with an open end that is directed in opposition to the flow of a fluid and used to measure the velocity of fluid flow
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| 2. Pitot Tube [ Synonyms: pitot-static tube, pitot head] | |
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Measuring instrument consisting of a combined Pitot tube and static tube that measures total and static pressure; used in aircraft to measure airspeed
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