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anhedral

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anhedral [ænˈhiːdrəl]
n
(Engineering / Aeronautics) the downward inclination of an aircraft wing in relation to the lateral axis Compare dihedral [4]
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The new helicopter has what are called anhedral blades, which generate more lift and hover capability.
Army News Service (Nov. 16, 2007): new Black Hawk unveils latest helo ... by Leipold, J.D. / Defense AT & L
The CH-53K will have a glass cockpit, new main rotor blades with anhedral tips and an elastomeric rotor head.
Ship-based helicopters: what's hot and what's not by Braybrook, Roy / Armada International
Technologies under consideration for the new aircraft include a glass cockpit; high-efficiency rotor blades with anhedral tips; low-maintenance elastomeric rotorhead; upgraded engine system; cargo rail locking system; external cargo improvements; and survivability enhancements.
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