Strake
noun
A strake is a longitudinal strip or panel on a ship's hull or an aircraft wing that is used to improve hydrodynamic or aerodynamic performance.
The design of the yacht features several strakes to enhance its stability in rough waters.
Often appears as...
- wing strake
- hull strake
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
noun
A strake is a longitudinal strip or panel on a ship's hull or an aircraft wing that is used to improve hydrodynamic or aerodynamic performance.
The design of the yacht features several strakes to enhance its stability in rough waters.
Often appears as...
- wing strake
- hull strake
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Nautical Terms
Terms related to ships
Strakes are crucial for building efficient vessels.
Pro Tip 2/3Engineering Context
Used in design and engineering discussions
Strakes provide vital structural integrity.
Pro Tip 3/3Aviation Terminology
Words frequently used in aircraft designs
Strakes contribute to lift and drag management.
Pro Tip 1/3Nautical Terms
Terms related to ships
Strakes are crucial for building efficient vessels.
Pro Tip 2/3Engineering Context
Used in design and engineering discussions
Strakes provide vital structural integrity.
Pro Tip 3/3Aviation Terminology
Words frequently used in aircraft designs
Strakes contribute to lift and drag management.
Pro Tip 1/3Nautical Terms
Terms related to ships
Strakes are crucial for building efficient vessels.
Pro Tip 2/3Engineering Context
Used in design and engineering discussions
Strakes provide vital structural integrity.
Pro Tip 3/3Aviation Terminology
Words frequently used in aircraft designs
Strakes contribute to lift and drag management.
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