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drift angle
noun
, Nautical.
- the angle made by the path of a drifting vessel with its heading.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of drift angle1
First recorded in 1880–85
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Example Sentences
In that case, the amount of antenna swing is also fed into the computer, which then cranks the drift angle into its computations.
Working with direction, ground speed, drift angle and flight time from a known point of departure, the pilot's computer becomes an accurate navigator.
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