laminar

• Qualifie un écoulement de fluide régulier et non turbulent, où les couches se déplacent parallèlement sans mélange ; terme employé surtout en sciences et en mécanique des fluides.

Describes a smooth, non-turbulent flow of fluid, often used in scientific contexts.

1. Arranged in layersC2formal

   Composed of or arranged in thin layers or plates (laminae).

   disposé en lamelles

   • The rock has a laminar structure, easily splitting into sheets.
   • Laminar bone tissue is found in many vertebrate fossils.
   • The material's laminar design improves its strength.

   Synonymesfoliatedlayeredplatysheetlikestratified

2. Smooth fluid flowC2formalscientific

   Describing a fluid flow where layers move smoothly without turbulence.

   laminaire

   • Engineers study laminar flow to reduce drag on aircraft.
   • The transition from laminar to turbulent flow occurs at a critical speed.
   • Laminar airflow is essential in cleanroom environments.

   Synonymeslayerednonturbulentsmoothstreamlined

   Antonymeschaoticturbulent