lift-to-drag ratio
lift-to-drag ratio · lift-to-drag ratios
The instantaneous ratio of lift to drag of an aerodynamic article such as an a wing,…The instantaneous ratio of lift to drag of an aerodynamic article such as an a wing, entire aircraft or bird.
Meaning
2 sensesThe instantaneous ratio of lift to drag of an aerodynamic article such as an a wing, entire aircraft or bird.
The maximum ratio of lift to drag of an aerodynamic article such as an a wing, entire aircraft or bird can achieve.
Forms
plural: lift-to-drag ratios| Singular | lift-to-drag ratio |
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Word family
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