Aerospace Engineering Library

Supported functionality:

• Unit conversion (metric, imperial, etc.)
• International Standard Atmosphere (1972 ISA)
• Mars Atmosphere Model (NASA)
• Orbital mechanics calculations:
  • 2D models of planetary motion using Kepler's first and second law
  • Hohmann transfer calculations (including inclination change)
  • Gravitational acceleration calculations
• Rudimentary flight performance calculations

Planned functionality:

• Burn time calculations (Tsiolkovsky's equation)
• Flight performance calculations
  • Native CSV drag polar support
• Aerodynamics calculations
  • Compressibility corrections (Prandtl-Glauert correction)
  • Pressure coefficient calculations (C_p curve to C_a and C_n)
  • Critical Mach number calculations
• Nozzle flow calculations
• Orbit visualization and animation
• Native support for common NACA airfoils specifications (4/5-series)