altitude chamber

noun

, Aeronautics.

1. a chamber for simulating the conditions of air pressure and temperature for a given altitude in order to test the behavior of people and equipment in such an environment.

Word History and Origins

Origin of altitude chamber¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

Altitude chamber tests show that the body absorbs more oxygen into the blood this way, and passengers experience fewer headaches and less fatigue.

From Los Angeles Times

Part of the money will go toward an altitude chamber — an enclosed weight room area with cardio equipment for players to train for play in higher altitudes.

From Washington Times

So he focused his training more on conditioning, sparring 12 full rounds at a time and even working out in an altitude chamber that mimics conditions at 13,000 feet.

From Washington Post

It includes a grass replica of the Wembley surface and an altitude chamber to mimic a variety of playing conditions.

From BBC

It includes a grass replica of the Wembley surface and an altitude chamber to mimic a variety of playing conditions.

From BBC