Rocket Aerodynamics Calculator
This calculator helps estimate key aerodynamic parameters for rockets, including drag coefficient, stability, maximum dynamic pressure (Max-Q), and aerodynamic heating during flight.
Drag Forces
Stability
Max-Q & Heating
Rocket Drag Calculator
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Cross-sectional Area: 0.196 m²
Fineness Ratio: 20.0
Air Density: 0.736 kg/m³
Drag Coefficient: 0.32
Drag Force: 1736.9 N
Drag Power: 521.1 kW
Rocket Stability Calculator
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Static Margin: 2.0 calibers
Stability Assessment: Stable
Restoring Moment Coefficient: 0.025 per degree
Max-Q and Heating Calculator
Max Dynamic Pressure (Max-Q): 35.8 kPa
Altitude at Max-Q: 12.1 km
Velocity at Max-Q: 695 m/s
Peak Stagnation Point Heating: 185 kW/m²
Maximum Temperature Estimate: 570 °C
Rocket Aerodynamics Calculator
Rocket Parameters
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Center of Pressure
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Center of Mass
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Drag Force
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Aerodynamic Stability
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Mach Number
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Atmospheric Density
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