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drag coefficient
This term is a technical specification used primarily in aerodynamics and fluid dynamics. It describes how effectively a shape moves through a fluid, where a lower value indicates a more streamlined object that experiences less resistance.
In professional engineering contexts, it is treated as a precise mathematical constant rather than a general description of friction. It is almost exclusively used in formal technical reports, academic papers, and automotive or aerospace design specifications.
Meanings
Examples
The new electric sedan has a remarkably low drag coefficient to maximize battery range.
We need to reduce the drag coefficient of the fuselage to increase the aircrafts top speed.
I wonder if adding a rear spoiler will actually lower the drag coefficient or just add downforce.
The professor explained how the drag coefficient remains constant regardless of the objects size if the shape is identical.
The professor explained how the drag coefficient remains constant regardless of the objects size if the shape is identical.
Look at this wind tunnel data; the drag coefficient is much higher than we predicted.
A sphere has a higher drag coefficient than a streamlined teardrop shape.
A sphere has a higher drag coefficient than a streamlined teardrop shape.
If we can just shave a few points off the drag coefficient, we can beat the lap record.
The engineer obsessed over every curve of the car body to achieve the lowest possible drag coefficient.
The engineer obsessed over every curve of the car body to achieve the lowest possible drag coefficient.
Does the drag coefficient change significantly when the vehicle reaches supersonic speeds?
Does the drag coefficient change significantly when the vehicle reaches supersonic speeds?