Lift Coefficient in Introduction and Governing Equations Formulas

The Lift Coefficient is a dimensionless coefficient that relates the lift generated by a lifting body to the fluid density around the body, the fluid velocity and an associated reference area. And is denoted by C_L.

Introduction and Governing Equations formulas that make use of Lift Coefficient

fxVelocity at Sea-Level given Lift CoefficientGo

fxPower required at sea-level conditionsGo

fxVelocity at AltitudeGo

fxPower required at AltitudeGo

fxDynamic Pressure given Lift CoefficientGo

FAQ

What is the Lift Coefficient?

The Lift Coefficient is a dimensionless coefficient that relates the lift generated by a lifting body to the fluid density around the body, the fluid velocity and an associated reference area.

Can the Lift Coefficient be negative?

{YesorNo}, the Lift Coefficient, measured in {OutputVariableMeasurementName} {CanorCannot} be negative.

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