Aerostatics

Aerostatics is the study of gases that are not in motion. The study of gases in motion is called aerodynamics. It is a part of fluid statics.

An aerostat is a lighter than air craft, such as an airship or balloon, which uses the principles of aerostatics to float.

Fields of study

• Atmospheric pressure fluctuation
• Composition of mountain air
• Cross-section of the atmosphere
• Gas density
• Gas diffusion in soil
• Gas pressure
• Kinetic theory of gases
• Partial pressures in gas mixtures
• Pressure measurement