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transonic

/trænˈsɒn.ɪk/

Traduction: Qualifie des vitesses proches de celle du son, généralement entre Mach 0,8 et 1,2, ou un écoulement/vol dans ce régime.

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adjective

/trænˈsɒn.ɪk/C2formaltechnical
  • frQualifie des vitesses proches de celle du son, généralement entre Mach 0,8 et 1,2, ou un écoulement/vol dans ce régime.

Relating to speeds close to the speed of sound, typically between Mach 0.8 and 1.2.

  1. Speed near soundC2formaltechnical

    Relating to or denoting a speed approximately equal to the speed of sound in air at sea level, typically between Mach 0.8 and Mach 1.2.

    frTranssonique (vitesse proche du son)

    • The aircraft entered the transonic range, causing a noticeable increase in drag.
    • Transonic flight is characterized by mixed subsonic and supersonic airflow over the wings.
    • Engineers must carefully design wings to handle transonic shock waves.
Formes
  • more transonic comparative form
  • most transonic superlative form