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delta-vs

delta-vs is the plural of delta-v.

Meaning of delta-v

Noun

delta-v (plural delta-vs)

  1. A vector change in velocity, especially a small change as a result of a corresponding change in some other parameter.
  2. The maximum possible change in the scalar speed of a rocket or other vehicle if operated in a vacuum away from external forces.
  3. The minimum scalar change in speed required to perform a particular manoeuvre.

Questions about delta-vs

What is delta-vs the plural of?
Delta-vs is the plural of delta-v.

Words near delta-vs in the dictionary

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  2. delta wings
  3. delta-sigma converter
  4. delta-sigma converters
  5. delta-v
  6. delta-vs
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  8. deltabaculoviruses
  9. deltacism
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