Specific Thrust in Performance Parameters Formulas

Specific Thrust is the thrust produced per unit mass in per unit time. And is denoted by I_sp. Specific Thrust is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Specific Thrust is always positive.

Formulas to find Specific Thrust in Performance Parameters

fxSpecific thrustGo

fxSpecific Thrust given Effective Speed RatioGo

Performance Parameters formulas that make use of Specific Thrust

fxThrust specific fuel consumptionGo

List of variables in Performance Parameters formulas

fx Exit Velocity Go

fx Flight Speed Go

fx Effective Speed Ratio Go

FAQ

What is the Specific Thrust?

Specific Thrust is the thrust produced per unit mass in per unit time. Specific Thrust is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Specific Thrust is always positive.

Can the Specific Thrust be negative?

No, the Specific Thrust, measured in Speed cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Specific Thrust?

Specific Thrust 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 Specific Thrust can be measured.

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