In aircraft design and electrical engineering, “Capacity” or “Capacitance (C)” refers to the ability of a component, usually a capacitor, to store electrical charge and electrical energy. Capacitance is a fundamental parameter used in the design of electrical circuits and systems, including those in aircraft. Here’s the definition and SI unit for capacitance:
Formula: The formula for calculating capacitance (C) of a capacitor is based on the amount of charge (Q) it can store and the voltage (V) applied:
- Capacitance (C) is measured in farads (F).
- Charge (Q) represents the amount of electrical charge stored in the capacitor, measured in coulombs (C).
- Voltage (V) is the electric potential difference across the capacitor’s terminals, measured in volts (V).