transonic motion
1transonic — also transsonic adjective Etymology: trans + supersonic Date: 1945 1. being or relating to speeds near that of sound in air or about 741 miles (1185 kilometers) per hour at sea level and especially to speeds slightly below the speed of sound at… …
2Aerodynamics — is a branch of dynamics concerned with studying the motion of air, particularly when it interacts with a moving object. Aerodynamics is closely related to fluid dynamics and gas dynamics, with much theory shared between them. Aerodynamics is… …
3jet engine — an engine, as an aircraft engine, that produces forward motion by the rearward exhaust of a jet of fluid or heated air and gases. Also called jet, jet motor. [1940 45] * * * Any of a class of internal combustion engines that propel aircraft by… …
4Fluid dynamics — Continuum mechanics …
5Drag (physics) — Shape and flow Form drag Skin friction 0% 100% 10% 90% …
6Computational fluid dynamics — Computational physics Numerical analysis  …
7military aircraft — Introduction any type of aircraft that has been adapted for military use. Aircraft have been a fundamental part of military power since the mid 20th century. Generally speaking, all military aircraft fall into one of the following… …
8Douglas Skyrocket — infobox Aircraft name = Douglas Skyrocket type = Experimental high speed research aircraft manufacturer = Douglas Aircraft Company caption = Douglas Skyrocket D 558 2 designer = first flight = 4 February avyear|1948 introduction = retired =… …
9airplane — /air playn /, n. 1. a heavier than air aircraft kept aloft by the upward thrust exerted by the passing air on its fixed wings and driven by propellers, jet propulsion, etc. 2. any similar heavier than air aircraft, as a glider or helicopter. Also …
10Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket — D 558 2 Skyrocket Douglas Skyrocket D 558 2 Role Experimental high speed research …
