Arte naval Flashcards
What is the term for the movement of an object from side to side?
Sway
Sway refers to lateral movement, often seen in objects like ships or aircraft.
What is the term for the rotation of an object around its lateral axis?
Pitch
Pitch describes the up or down angle of the nose of an aircraft.
What term describes the linear movement in a forward or backward direction?
Surge
Surge refers to the forward or backward motion, commonly used in naval terminology.
Fill in the blank: The rotation of an object around its vertical axis is known as _______.
Yaw
Yaw is critical for navigation and control in various vehicles.
What is the term for the vertical movement of an object, usually up and down?
Heave
Heave is often associated with the motion of boats or other floating vessels.
What term is used to describe the movement of an object oscillating back and forth?
Roll
Roll is commonly used to describe the motion of an aircraft or ship tilting side to side.