Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ablator
noun
/əˈbleɪtər/
Definition
Ablator is a material or device used to protect a spacecraft or other object from extreme heat during re-entry into the atmosphere.
Examples
- The spacecraft was equipped with an advanced ablator to endure the intense heat of re-entry.
- Scientists are researching new ablators that can withstand temperatures above 3000 degrees Fahrenheit.
Meaning
In the context of aeronautics and space exploration, an ablator serves to absorb and dissipate heat that occurs due to air friction.
Synonyms
- heat shield
- thermal protection
- insulator
