PSI vs MPH Calculation: Force for Wind Resistance

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In summary, the conversation was about calculating the amount of force needed to combat wind resistance in a vehicle moving at 80 miles per hour. The question was specifically about using compressed air to oppose the wind, and the speaker suggested using Bernoulli's equation for velocity pressure to determine the necessary amount. Further clarification was needed on how the compressed air would be applied and the meaning of "3-4 meters".
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Hello PF,

I would like to know what is the calculation for determing the amount of force it would take to combat PSI of the wind in a vehicle moving at 80 mile per hour.
 
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Are you talking about how to calculate wind resistance for an automobile? Is that the question?
 
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yes, more importantly compressed air going in the opposite direction. How much compression or compressed psi would be necessary tocombat the wind 3-4 meters?
 
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Where do you envision applying compressed aire to oppose the wind? How much will be required seems like it might depend upon how you will use it. Will you use it in an air motor working on the wheels to power the wheels? Will you apply it to a sail? Just what are you thinking? What do you mean when you add "3-4 meters"? This really does not make much sense.
 
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the opposing air would come from a motorized compressed apparatus or hose.
 
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Use the simple form of bernoulli's equation for velovity pressure.
 

FAQ: PSI vs MPH Calculation: Force for Wind Resistance

1. How do you calculate PSI for wind resistance?

To calculate PSI (pounds per square inch) for wind resistance, you need to know the frontal area of the object in square inches, the air density in pounds per cubic inch, and the velocity of the wind in miles per hour. The formula is PSI = (0.00256 x frontal area x air density x velocity squared).

2. What is the difference between PSI and MPH in terms of wind resistance?

PSI (pounds per square inch) is a measure of force per unit area and is used to calculate the force of wind resistance on an object. MPH (miles per hour) is a measure of velocity and is used to determine the speed of the wind. Both factors are necessary in the calculation of wind resistance force.

3. How does air density affect the calculation of wind resistance force?

Air density is an important factor in the calculation of wind resistance force because it determines how much force the air exerts on an object. The denser the air, the more force it will exert, resulting in a higher PSI value for wind resistance.

4. Can you use the same calculation for any object or does it vary depending on the shape and size?

The calculation for wind resistance force using PSI and MPH can be applied to any object, but the values will vary depending on the shape and size of the object. Objects with larger frontal areas will experience more force, while objects with smaller frontal areas will experience less force.

5. How can I use the PSI and MPH calculation to determine the force of wind resistance on a car?

To determine the force of wind resistance on a car, you will need to know the frontal area of the car, the air density, and the velocity of the wind. Once you have these values, you can plug them into the formula PSI = (0.00256 x frontal area x air density x velocity squared) to calculate the force of wind resistance in pounds per square inch.

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