The “Mass of Ribs” in aircraft design refers to the total mass of the wing ribs, which are structural components that give the wing its airfoil shape and provide support to the wing’s skin or covering. Ribs are typically spaced along the wing’s span to maintain its shape and structural integrity. Here’s the formula, definition, and SI unit for the Mass of Ribs:
Formula for Mass of Ribs: The Mass of Ribs is determined by adding the masses of all the individual wing ribs. Mathematically, it can be expressed as:
- Mass of Ribs: The total mass of all wing ribs, typically measured in kilograms (kg) or pounds (lb).
- Mass of Rib 1, Rib 2, … Rib N: The individual masses of each specific wing rib component.