The drag coefficient (Cd) for a cone is a dimensionless parameter used to characterize the aerodynamic drag experienced by a cone-shaped body as it moves through a fluid, such as air or water. The drag coefficient is a fundamental concept in fluid dynamics and plays a crucial role in understanding the aerodynamic behavior of various objects and bodies.
- Cd is the drag coefficient.
- D is the drag force acting on the cone.
- q∞ is the freestream dynamic pressure of the fluid flow.
- rb is the radius of the base of the cone.