blowdown limit

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The maximum deflection that a control surface is capable of reaching under given flight conditions, past which the aerodynamic forces acting on the control surface exceed the maximum opposing force available from the control surface's actuators.

Word forms

blowdown limit blowdown limits
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