aerodynamic efficiency

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• aerodynamic efficiency — A measure that assesses a design to generate aerodynamic forces for efficient flight parameters. The most common measure of aerodynamic efficiency is the lift/drag ratio. See also lift/drag ratio …   Aviation dictionary

• aerodynamic efficiency — degree of effectiveness of a design for dealing with the effects of wind and gases on a body …   English contemporary dictionary

• aerodynamic — aer|o|dy|nam|ic [ˌeərəudaıˈnæmık US ˌerou ] adj 1.) an aerodynamic car, design etc uses the principles of aerodynamics to achieve high speed or low use of petrol 2.) technical related to or involving aerodynamics ▪ aerodynamic efficiency… …   Dictionary of contemporary English

• aerodynamic — adjective 1 an aerodynamic car, design etc uses the principles of aerodynamics to achieve high speed or low use of petrol 2 technical related to or involving aerodynamics: aerodynamic efficiency aerodynamically /kli/ adverb …   Longman dictionary of contemporary English

• aerodynamic — aer·o·dy·nam·ic (âr ō dī nămʹĭk) also aer·o·dy·nam·i·cal ( ĭ kəl) adj. 1. Of or relating to aerodynamics. 2. Designed with rounded edges so as to reduce wind drag and thereby increase fuel efficiency. Used especially of motor vehicles.   aer… …   Universalium

• compressor efficiency — One of the measures of aerodynamic efficiency. It is measured by the ability of a compressor to compress the air to the maximum pressure ratio with a minimum increase in air temperature. The compression ratio is a measure of compressor efficiency …   Aviation dictionary

• Fuel efficiency — is a form of thermal efficiency, meaning the efficiency of a process that converts chemical potential energy contained in a carrier fuel into kinetic energy or work. Overall fuel efficiency may vary per device, which in turn may vary per… …   Wikipedia

• Wind turbine design — An example of a wind turbine, this 3 bladed turbine is the classic design of modern wind turbines Wind turbines History Design …   Wikipedia

• Formula One car — A modern Formula One car is a single seat, open cockpit, open wheel race car with substantial front and rear wings, and engine positioned behind the driver. The regulations governing the cars are unique to the championship. The Formula One… …   Wikipedia

• Insect wing — Original veins and wing posture of a dragonfly. Hoverflies hovering to mate …   Wikipedia

• flight, history of — ▪ aviation Introduction  development of heavier than air flying machines. Important landmarks and events along the way to the invention of the airplane include an understanding of the dynamic reaction of lifting surfaces (or wings), building… …   Universalium