Week 6 stem vocab quizs

Drag

• The force that propels an aircraft forward.

• The resistance that slows down an aircraft or drone as it moves through the air.

• The lift generated by the wings of an aircraft.

• The weight of the aircraft affecting its flight.

Thrust

• The force that moves an aircraft or drone forward through the air.

• The upward force that counteracts gravity on an aircraft.

• The force that slows down an aircraft during landing.

• The force that changes the direction of an aircraft in flight.

Autopilot

• A system that controls an aircraft or drone automatically without human help.

• A manual control system for aircraft navigation.

• A type of drone used for aerial photography.

• A software used for flight simulation.

Rotor

• A rotating part of a helicopter or drone that lifts it into the air.

• A stationary part of an aircraft that provides stability.

• A type of engine used in helicopters.

• A control surface that helps in maneuvering a drone.

Navigation

• The process of planning and controlling the path of an aircraft or drone to reach a destination.

• The act of flying an aircraft without any specific destination.

• The method of measuring the altitude of an aircraft during flight.

• The technique of communicating with air traffic control.

Remote Control

• A device used to operate a drone from a distance, like a TV remote.

• A tool for adjusting the volume of a television.

• A gadget for controlling the temperature of a room.

• A device for connecting to the internet wirelessly.

Lift

• The force that pushes an aircraft or drone upwards, allowing it to fly.

• A downward force that opposes gravity.

• The force that propels an aircraft forward.

• The resistance encountered by an aircraft as it moves through the air.

Altitude

• The height of an aircraft or drone above the ground or sea level.

• The speed of an aircraft during flight.

• The distance an aircraft travels in one hour.

• The weight of an aircraft when fully loaded.

Propeller

• A spinning blade on an aircraft or drone that helps it move by pushing air backwards.

• A device used to measure the speed of an aircraft.

• A type of fuel used in aviation engines.

• A control surface that helps in steering an aircraft.

Aviation

• The practice of flying aircraft, including airplanes and drones.

• The study of weather patterns affecting flight.

• The design and construction of aircraft.

• The management of airport operations.