Freestream Density in Flow and Lift Distribution Formulas

Freestream Density is the mass per unit volume of air far upstream of an aerodynamic body at a given altitude. And is denoted by ρ_∞. Freestream Density is usually measured using the Kilogram per Cubic Meter for Density. Note that the value of Freestream Density is always negative.

Formulas to find Freestream Density in Flow and Lift Distribution

fxFreestream Density by Kutta-Joukowski TheoremGo

Flow and Lift Distribution formulas that make use of Freestream Density

fxLift Per Unit Span by Kutta-Joukowski TheoremGo

fxCirculation by Kutta-Joukowski TheoremGo

fxFreestream Velocity by Kutta-Joukowski TheoremGo

List of variables in Flow and Lift Distribution formulas

fx Lift per Unit Span Go

fx Freestream Velocity Go

fx Vortex Strength Go

FAQ

What is the Freestream Density?

Freestream Density is the mass per unit volume of air far upstream of an aerodynamic body at a given altitude. Freestream Density is usually measured using the Kilogram per Cubic Meter for Density. Note that the value of Freestream Density is always negative.

Can the Freestream Density be negative?

Yes, the Freestream Density, measured in Density can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Freestream Density?

Freestream Density is usually measured using the Kilogram per Cubic Meter[kg/m³] for Density. Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter[kg/m³], Gram per Cubic Meter[kg/m³], Gram per Cubic Centimeter[kg/m³] are the few other units in which Freestream Density can be measured.

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