pneumatic

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Regulators also sought to require the use of electronically controlled pneumatic braking systems that are designed to rapidly halt trains by applying brakes across their entire span simultaneously, instead of each car individually.

From Seattle Times

"To this day, we believe that pneumatic tyres are the best choice for most vehicles," says Denise Sperl, a director of car tyre research and development at Germany's Continental.

From BBC

The cab pulled up to the drive-thru window, where the passenger handed the driver an envelope to pass to the teller through the pneumatic tube system, prosecutors said.

From Seattle Times

The institutions can feel like a world unto themselves of pass books, pneumatic tubes, endless paperwork, and the ubiquitous "chop" - a traditional stamp - bearing one's name or company seal.

From BBC

Duet is adjustable, with a standard gas pneumatic lift and swivel tilt mechanism.

From New York Times