The “change in the parameter” in flight mechanics refers to the difference between the initial value and the final value of a certain parameter that characterizes the behavior of an aircraft. This parameter could be an angle, a force, a moment, a velocity, or any other relevant quantity.
- represents the change in the parameter. This could be an angle, an orientation, a phase, or any other quantity that changes.
- is likely a coefficient that quantifies the rate of change. It could represent a growth factor, decay factor, or some other factor affecting the change in the parameter.
- is the base of the natural logarithm, approximately equal to 2.71828.
- represents an eigenvalue or a decay/growth rate, determining how fast the change occurs over time.
- represents time.