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Etymology

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Blend of quasi- +‎ statite. Analyzable as quasi- +‎ -ite.

Noun

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quasite (plural quasites)

  1. (space flight) A theoretical type of artificial satellite, which has large solar sails for maneuvering, allowing a stable solar orbit at speeds lower that Kepler velocity; though not enough solar sail area to allow holding station.

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