isotron

/ˈaɪˌstɑːtrɑn, ˌaɪˈstrɑːtɑn/

Definitions

1. noun

A hypothetical device or phenomenon that generates or manipulates an isosteric field, particularly in the context of isometric or isosteric physical theories or devices.

“Researchers proposed the use of an isotron to achieve isostatic equilibrium in their experiment.”

Synonyms

  • isostatic device
  • isosteric generator

Antonyms

  • barotronic device
  • non-isostatic system