Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate in Rocket Propulsion Formulas

The oxidizer mass flow rate in a rocket engine refers to the rate at which oxidizer (such as liquid oxygen) is consumed or expelled from the engine. And is denoted by ṁ_o. Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate is usually measured using the Kilogram per Second for Mass Flow Rate. Note that the value of Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate is always positive.

Formulas to find Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate in Rocket Propulsion

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Rocket Propulsion formulas that make use of Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate

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List of variables in Rocket Propulsion formulas

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FAQ

What is the Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate?

The oxidizer mass flow rate in a rocket engine refers to the rate at which oxidizer (such as liquid oxygen) is consumed or expelled from the engine. Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate is usually measured using the Kilogram per Second for Mass Flow Rate. Note that the value of Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate is always positive.

Can the Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate be negative?

No, the Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate, measured in Mass Flow Rate cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate?

Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate is usually measured using the Kilogram per Second[kg/s] for Mass Flow Rate. Gram per Second[kg/s], Gram per Hour[kg/s], Milligram per Minute[kg/s] are the few other units in which Oxidizer Mass Flow Rate can be measured.

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