thrust vectoring

English

Noun

thrust vectoring (uncountable)

  1. (aviation, astronautics) The deflection of the exhaust nozzle(s) of a jet engine or rocket so as to alter the direction in which the engine produces thrust and help control the attitude and/or direction of flight of the vehicle using the engine.
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