electrostatic
adjective
elec·tro·stat·ic
i-ˌlek-trə-ˈsta-tik 
1
: of or relating to static electricity or electrostatics
2
: of or relating to painting with a spray that utilizes electrically charged particles to ensure complete coating
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Wool dryer balls are particularly effective at capturing fur by creating an electrostatic charge that attracts and traps pet hair.
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2024
This experiment demonstrates electrostatic motors’ excellent stability and durability, providing a foundation for the future development of long-endurance MAVs.
—New Atlas, 19 July 2024
So, the team behind the work decided to focus on developing a lightweight electrostatic motor.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 17 July 2024
It was intended to one day act as a sort of electrostatic energy generator capable of recharging people’s cells like batteries.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2024
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2024
This experiment demonstrates electrostatic motors’ excellent stability and durability, providing a foundation for the future development of long-endurance MAVs.
—New Atlas, 19 July 2024
So, the team behind the work decided to focus on developing a lightweight electrostatic motor.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 17 July 2024
It was intended to one day act as a sort of electrostatic energy generator capable of recharging people’s cells like batteries.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2024
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electrostatic
adjective
elec·tro·stat·ic
i-ˌlek-trə-ˈstat-ik
: of or relating to static electricity or electrostatics
Medical Definition
electrostatic
adjective
elec·tro·stat·ic
i-ˌlek-trə-ˈstat-ik
: of or relating to static electricity or electrostatics
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