Beginner's
Guide to Aerodynamics
Airspeed Problem Set Subject Area: General Math, Algebra I Grade Level: 8-10 National Mathematics Standards:
National Technology Standards:
Objective:
Beginner's Guide to Aerodynamics is a "textbook" of information prepared at NASA Glenn Research Center to help you better understand how airplanes work. Click Beginner's Guide Index to access the list of slides. Open the slide called Relative Velocities (with text) and read the explanation on how relative velocities are used to calculate airspeed required for aircraft launch. Then using the information shown at Airspeed Problems, complete the questions. Assessment: You, or you and your partner(s), will be evaluated on the accuracy or feasibility of your answers. Evaluation:
Submitted by: Dan Tuttle, Lorain Admiral King High School, Lorain, Ohio |
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