Freestream Velocity Formula

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The Freestream Velocity is the velocity of air far upstream of an aerodynamic body, that is before the body has a chance to deflect, slow down or compress the air. Check FAQs
V=μviscosityε2ρrnose
V - Freestream Velocity?μviscosity - Dynamic Viscosity?ε - Emissivity?ρ - Freestream Density?rnose - Radius of Nose?

Freestream Velocity Example

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68.1253Edit=351Edit0.948Edit21.17Edit0.49Edit
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Freestream Velocity Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Freestream Velocity?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
V=μviscosityε2ρrnose
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
V=351P0.94821.17kg/m³0.49m
Next Step Convert Units
V=35.1Pa*s0.94821.17kg/m³0.49m
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
V=35.10.94821.170.49
Next Step Evaluate
V=68.1253113326728m/s
LAST Step Rounding Answer
V=68.1253m/s

Freestream Velocity Formula Elements

Variables
Freestream Velocity
The Freestream Velocity is the velocity of air far upstream of an aerodynamic body, that is before the body has a chance to deflect, slow down or compress the air.
Symbol: V
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Dynamic Viscosity
The Dynamic Viscosity of a fluid is the measure of its resistance to flow when an external force is applied.
Symbol: μviscosity
Measurement: Dynamic ViscosityUnit: P
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Emissivity
Emissivity is the ability of an object to emit infrared energy. Emissivity can have a value from 0 (shiny mirror) to 1.0 (blackbody). Most organic or oxidized surfaces have emissivity close to 0.95.
Symbol: ε
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be between 0 to 1.
Freestream Density
Freestream Density is the mass per unit volume of air far upstream of an aerodynamic body at a given altitude.
Symbol: ρ
Measurement: DensityUnit: kg/m³
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Radius of Nose
Radius of Nose is any of the line segments from its center to its perimeter, and in more modern usage, it is also their length.
Symbol: rnose
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other formulas in Computational Fluid Dynamic Solutions category

​Go Emissivity
ε=μviscosityρVrnose
​Go Reference Viscosity
μviscosity=ε2ρVrnose
​Go Freestream Density
ρ=μviscosityε2Vrnose
​Go Nose Radius of Coordinate System
rnose=μviscosityε2ρV

How to Evaluate Freestream Velocity?

Freestream Velocity evaluator uses Freestream Velocity = Dynamic Viscosity/(Emissivity^2*Freestream Density*Radius of Nose) to evaluate the Freestream Velocity, The Freestream velocity formula is defined as the dynamic viscosity of the fluid divided by the product of the square of the emissivity, freestream density, and the radius of the nose. Freestream Velocity is denoted by V symbol.

How to evaluate Freestream Velocity using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Freestream Velocity, enter Dynamic Viscosity viscosity), Emissivity (ε), Freestream Density ) & Radius of Nose (rnose) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Freestream Velocity

What is the formula to find Freestream Velocity?
The formula of Freestream Velocity is expressed as Freestream Velocity = Dynamic Viscosity/(Emissivity^2*Freestream Density*Radius of Nose). Here is an example- 67.83877 = 35.1/(0.948^2*1.17*0.49).
How to calculate Freestream Velocity?
With Dynamic Viscosity viscosity), Emissivity (ε), Freestream Density ) & Radius of Nose (rnose) we can find Freestream Velocity using the formula - Freestream Velocity = Dynamic Viscosity/(Emissivity^2*Freestream Density*Radius of Nose).
Can the Freestream Velocity be negative?
Yes, the Freestream Velocity, measured in Speed can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Freestream Velocity?
Freestream Velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second[m/s] for Speed. Meter per Minute[m/s], Meter per Hour[m/s], Kilometer per Hour[m/s] are the few other units in which Freestream Velocity can be measured.
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