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drogue [drōg] (aerospace engineering) A small parachute attached to a body for stabilization and deceleration. Also known as deceleration parachute. A funnel-shaped device at the end of the hose of a tanker aircraft in flight, to receive the probe of another aircraft that will take on fuel. (engineering) A device, such as a sea anchor, usually shaped like a funnel or cone and dragged or towed behind a boat or seaplane for deceleration, stabilization, or speed control. A current-measuring assembly consisting of a weighted current cross, sail, or parachute and an attached surface buoy. Also known as drag anchor; sea anchor. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Researchers chose to demonstrate the probe and drogue refueling method -- used by the U. On many of these combat-proven aircraft--which average 15 years in service--wind-tossed refueling drogues have worn the panel during in-flight refueling. Earl Hinz's Heavy Weather Tactics Using Sea Anchors & Drogues (0939837374, $TBA) appears in an updated second edition to probe the foundations of using sea anchors and drogues. |
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