The mass of a cargo compartment in aircraft design is not typically calculated as a standalone parameter because it is considered part of the aircraft’s empty operating weight (EOW). EOW includes the weight of the aircraft’s structure, systems, and various components, including cargo compartments, when they are empty.However, if you have specific information about the cargo compartment material and dimensions and want to estimate its mass for a particular purpose, you can use the following general formula:
- Mass of Cargo Compartment represents the estimated mass of the cargo compartment, typically measured in kilograms (kg) or pounds (lb).
- Volume is the volume of the cargo compartment, measured in cubic meters (m³) or cubic feet (ft³).
- Density is the density of the material used to construct the cargo compartment, measured in kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³) or pounds per cubic foot (lb/ft³).