AE Semester Review

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Horseplay or practical jokes in class are

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always against the rules

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The best way to quickly reduce drag is to...

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decrease speed.

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The ratio of stress and strain is called the...

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modulus of elasticity

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What increases as the camber increases?

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The angle of attack

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Gas turbine engines are also known as ____ engines.

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jet

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What is the definition of drag in aerodynamics?

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The resistance experienced by an object moving through a fluid.

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What is the purpose of flaps on an aircraft?

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To increase lift and drag during takeoff and landing.

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Define camber in the context of airfoils.

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The curvature of the airfoil from the leading edge to the trailing edge.

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What does the term 'angle of attack' refer to?

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The angle between the chord line of the wing and the oncoming airflow.

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What is the principle of lift generation?

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Lift is generated due to the difference in air pressure on the upper and lower surfaces of the wing.