glide ratio en · NOUN
Meanings
- The instantaneous ratio of horizontal speed to rate of fall for a glider.
- The maximum ratio of horizontal speed to rate of fall that a glider can maintain.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| glide ratios | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
glide number · lift-to-drag ratio
Translations (1)
fi liitoluku (minimum rate of fall)