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Standard Atmosphere – Fluid Dynamics & Aerodynamics Notes (Aerospace Engineering)

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These Standard Atmosphere notes are perfect for aerospace engineering and physics students who want a clear, concise, and exam-focused resource. Covers all key topics: Geometric Altitude, Absolute Altitude, Geopotential Altitude Troposphere & Stratosphere characteristics Equation of State for a Perfect Gas Hydrostatic Equation explained step-by-step Key constants and units for aerodynamics and fluid dynamics Why these notes will save you time: All essential formulas, constants, and definitions in one place Designed for quick revision before exams Ideal for assignments, lab prep, or lecture follow-up Who will benefit: Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering students A-Level Physics students Engineering university applicants Tutors looking for a visual teaching aid Details: Format: PDF (ready to print or use on any device) Pages: Clearly structured with highlighted key terms for easy scanning Tip: Pair these notes with your lecture slides or textbooks for the fastest understanding of the Standard Atmosphere topic.

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  • atmosphere
  • standard atmosphere
  • space
  • air
  • altitude
  • aerospace
  • fluids
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FLUID DYNAMICS UNITS
Pressure Nm Pa
Hydrodynamics flowofliquids Density kgm
Gas dynamics flowofgases
temperature C k C 273.16
Aerodynamics flowof air
velocity MIs

KEYTERMS



P PRT Equationofstate
for a perfectgas
R gasconstant 287J kgkforair


STANDARD ATMOSPHERE

KEYTERMS
GeometricAltitude the geometricheightabovesealevel
Absolute Altitude Distanceto the centrepointof the earth If v radiusofearth then ha hgtr

ha 100A
STRATOSEHERE

11km 20km65,000ft
byIsothermalregion
Defined

3600117
80




60
TROPOSPHERE

0 11km36,000ft
Definedbytemperature or gradientregion
Fff

Isothermal Regions Gradient Regions

art
isolationhit
I e 20



isolationhit
D
e polar 160 280 240 280
Temperature R
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