dead stick

aviation 3d printing

The term "dead stick" is primarily used in aviation to describe unpowered flight, but it also finds use in 3D printing.

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Definition

B2Aviation

(technical)A situation where an aircraft is gliding without engine power.

Example

The pilot managed a dead stick landing after the engine failed.
Flying dead stick requires precise control and calm nerves.

C13D Printing

(technical)A release agent used to prevent prints from sticking to the print bed.

Example

Apply a dead stick to the print bed to ensure easy removal of the finished product.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "dead stick":

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