I need to know what the term "Radius of Gyration" means in respect to rocket components. Thanks.
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Started by Jared, Mar 16 2003 08:04 PM
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#1
Posted 16 March 2003 - 08:04 PM
#2
Posted 18 March 2003 - 12:18 AM
Hi,
I should imagine in terms of a rocket that the radius of gyration is the movement of the rocket around a point e.g centre of gravity. Consider the shape of a sand egg timer as a comparison.
I could be wrong but this seems to make the most sense
I should imagine in terms of a rocket that the radius of gyration is the movement of the rocket around a point e.g centre of gravity. Consider the shape of a sand egg timer as a comparison.
I could be wrong but this seems to make the most sense
#3
Posted 18 March 2003 - 02:10 AM
Thanks a lot.
#4
Posted 24 June 2003 - 02:59 PM
Radius of gyration in engineering terms is to do with how easy it is to buckle compression members. Which may or may not have to do with rockets. I know this post is a bit outdated, but i'm catching up and thought i'd add this.
Steve
Steve
#5
Posted 24 June 2003 - 09:26 PM
I would think 'spin stabilization' ? Or how much it wobbles. Or both. Or neither. I feel very confident about this.
#6
Posted 24 June 2003 - 09:31 PM
I'm with Bernie on this one...
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