Aerodynamic Side Force Formula

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Aerodynamic Side Force is the component of aerodynamic force along the pitch axis of an aircraft. Check FAQs
Y=CyqS
Y - Aerodynamic Side Force?Cy - Side Force Coefficient?q - Dynamic Pressure?S - Reference Area?

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Here is how the Aerodynamic Side Force equation looks like.

38.608Edit=0.76Edit10Edit5.08Edit
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Aerodynamic Side Force Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Aerodynamic Side Force?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Y=CyqS
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Y=0.7610Pa5.08
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Y=0.76105.08
LAST Step Evaluate
Y=38.608N

Aerodynamic Side Force Formula Elements

Variables
Aerodynamic Side Force
Aerodynamic Side Force is the component of aerodynamic force along the pitch axis of an aircraft.
Symbol: Y
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Side Force Coefficient
Side Force Coefficient is the dimensionless coefficient associated with the component of aerodynamic forces along the pitch axis on an aircraft.
Symbol: Cy
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Dynamic Pressure
Dynamic Pressure is simply a convenient name for the quantity which represents the decrease in the pressure due to the velocity of the fluid.
Symbol: q
Measurement: PressureUnit: Pa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Reference Area
The Reference Area is arbitrarily an area that is characteristic of the object being considered. For an aircraft wing, the wing's planform area is called the reference wing area or simply wing area.
Symbol: S
Measurement: AreaUnit:
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other formulas in Aircraft Dynamics Nomenclature category

​Go Aerodynamic Axial Force
X=CxqS
​Go Aerodynamic Normal Force
Z=CzqS
​Go Side force coefficient
Cy=YqS
​Go Normal Force Coefficient with Aerodynamic Normal Force
Cz=ZqS

How to Evaluate Aerodynamic Side Force?

Aerodynamic Side Force evaluator uses Aerodynamic Side Force = Side Force Coefficient*Dynamic Pressure*Reference Area to evaluate the Aerodynamic Side Force, Aerodynamic Side Force is a measure of the sideways force exerted on an object, such as an aircraft or vehicle, as it moves through the air, which is calculated by multiplying the side force coefficient, dynamic pressure, and reference area, this force affects the object's stability and direction, and is a critical factor in the design and operation of aircraft, cars, and other vehicles that interact with the air. Aerodynamic Side Force is denoted by Y symbol.

How to evaluate Aerodynamic Side Force using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Aerodynamic Side Force, enter Side Force Coefficient (Cy), Dynamic Pressure (q) & Reference Area (S) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Aerodynamic Side Force

What is the formula to find Aerodynamic Side Force?
The formula of Aerodynamic Side Force is expressed as Aerodynamic Side Force = Side Force Coefficient*Dynamic Pressure*Reference Area. Here is an example- 38.608 = 0.76*10*5.08.
How to calculate Aerodynamic Side Force?
With Side Force Coefficient (Cy), Dynamic Pressure (q) & Reference Area (S) we can find Aerodynamic Side Force using the formula - Aerodynamic Side Force = Side Force Coefficient*Dynamic Pressure*Reference Area.
Can the Aerodynamic Side Force be negative?
Yes, the Aerodynamic Side Force, measured in Force can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Aerodynamic Side Force?
Aerodynamic Side Force is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Aerodynamic Side Force can be measured.
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