The velocity of an internal combustion engine, or more specifically, the exhaust gas velocity, can be an important parameter in aircraft design, particularly for jet engines. This velocity represents the speed at which the exhaust gases exit the engine nozzle. It is a key factor in determining thrust and overall engine performance.
- V = Velocity of the flow (in meters per second, m/s)
- ṁ = Mass Flow Rate (in kilograms per second, kg/s)
- ρ = Air Density (in kilograms per cubic meter, kg/m³)
- A = Cross-Sectional Area through which the flow occurs (in square meters, m²)