Force in aircraft design refers to a physical quantity that causes an object to accelerate or change its state of motion. It plays a fundamental role in various aspects of aircraft design, including aerodynamics, structural analysis, and propulsion. The formula for calculating force and its SI unit are as follows:
Force Formula: The formula for calculating force (F) is based on Newton’s second law of motion, which states that the force acting on an object is equal to the mass (m) of the object multiplied by its acceleration (a):
- F: Force, measured in newtons (N).
- m: Mass of the object, measured in kilograms (kg).
- a: Acceleration of the object, measured in meters per second squared (m/s²).