Chapter 1 Flashcards

Units and Definitions

1
Q

How is FORCE measured and its equation?

A

In Newtons (N)

F = m x a

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How is MOMENTUM measured and its equation?

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In kg m/s

Momentum = m (mass) x v (volume)

ANGULAR and LINEAR

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3
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How is KINETIC ENERGY measured and its equation?

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In Joules (J)

KE = 1/2 mv2

ENERGY
1 - Internal (fuel on board)
2 - Kinetic
3 - Potential

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How is WORK measured and its equation?

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In Joules (J)

Work = Force x Distance

IT IMPLIES MOVEMENTS, WHICH IS DISTANCE.

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5
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How is POWER measured and its equation?

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In Watts (W)

Power = Work / Time

HOW FAST YOU DO THE WORK. ENERGY TRANSFERRED OVER TIME.

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6
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What does the 1st Newton’s law consists of?

A

A body will remain at rest or in uniform motion unless acted on by an external force.

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What does the 2nd Newton’s law consists of?

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The acceleration of a body in a straight line is proportional to the applied force and inversely proportional to the mass of the body.

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8
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What does the 3rd Newton’s law consists of?

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To every action there is an equal and an opposite reaction.

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9
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What are the 4 forces implies in an aircraft when flying?

A

Lift,
Weight
(the largest ones)

Drag: Force opposes movement.
Thrust
(the shortest ones)

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