Ballistic Coefficient - using corss-sectional area
Description
In ballistics, the ballistic coefficient (BC) of a body is a measure of its ability to overcome air resistance in flight. It is inversely proportional to the negative acceleration — a high number indicates a low negative acceleration. This is roughly the same as saying that the projectile in question possesses low drag, although some meaning is lost in the generalization. BC is a function of mass, diameter, and drag coefficient.
Related formulasVariables
BCPhysics | ballistic coefficient as used in physics and engineering (kg/m2) |
m | mass (kg) |
Cd | drag coefficient (dimensionless) |
A | cross-sectional area (m2) |