thrust vector control/thrust vectoring

thrust vector control/thrust vectoring
A method of controlling vehicle trajectory by rotating the thrust line to improve maneuverability and for V/STOL (vertical/short takeoff and landing) operation. Thrust vectoring is also used for noise reduction in gas turbine engines.

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