Aerogravity assisted manoeuvres.pptVIP

Aerogravity assisted manoeuvres Aerodynamic forces plus lift maintain circular trajectory hold altitude until required rotation is completed density (ρ) is set by choosing the altitude for balance of forces in the limit, as density drops to zero, the velocity required is the relevant orbital velocity Vc, which is a useful normalising parameter During the atmospheric leg, decelleration is then given by: for individual applications, it must be assessed whether the extra ΔV due to increased rotation offsets the loss in V∞ due to drag this may be done with the help of a velocity vector diagram Effect of atmospheric deceleration on aero assist Suitable shapes for aero gravity assist have high lift/drag ratios In hypersonic flight, such characteristics are best given by ‘waveriders’ These craft feature an attached bow shock wave with no flow spillage, and good lift generation * Φ R L + mg But the generation of lift in the atmosphere is accompanied by drag, which counteracts some of the benefits of the Aero manoeuvrer Drag is quantified through a drag coefficient V∞ Vp Vs * * *