P Essential Physics Flashcards
1
Q
Pressure equation
A
Pressure = Force/Area
2
Q
3 mechanisms for heat transfer
A
- Convection
- Conduction
- Radiation
3
Q
Thrust formula
A
F = M x (Vjet - Vflight)
4
Q
What is Vjet?
A
The speed of the air exiting the gas turbine or propeller
5
Q
What is Vflight?
A
The speed of the air
6
Q
Equation for power
A
Power = energy/time
7
Q
Equation for energy
A
Energy = force x distance
8
Q
What is torque?
A
The twisting moment of a force