CFD analysis vs. internal ballistics

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A computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis of flow in a rocket's combustion chamber and nozzle can be considered part of internal ballistics, as it examines the gas dynamics during thrust generation. Internal ballistics typically involves the pressure-driven movement of a projectile within a barrel, while external ballistics deals with the projectile's flight outside the barrel. The discussion highlights a conceptual similarity between rocket engines and conventional firearms, though it cautions against conflating the two. The reliability of Wikipedia as a source for complex topics like internal ballistics is questioned. Understanding the nuances between these fields is essential for accurate analysis and discussion.
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Apologies for the quick and dirty question, but I was wondering if a computational fluid dynamics analysis of the flow inside a rocket's combustion chamber and nozzle area would be regarded as an analysis of the chamber's/nozzle's internal ballistics. Looking up internal ballistics on wiki, it only gives a single line regarding rockets: "For rocket propelled projectiles, internal ballistics covers the period during which a rocket motor is providing thrust."

Any help would be appreciated
 
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b c said:
I was wondering if a computational fluid dynamics analysis of the flow inside a rocket's combustion chamber and nozzle area would be regarded as an analysis of the chamber's/nozzle's internal ballistics.
Interior ballistics refers to the gas pressure driven transit of a projectile inside a barrel.
Exterior ballistics is the non-powered external flight trajectory.

There may be an inverted similarity between a rocket engine and a cartridge fired in a chamber.
But how much do you want to confuse people by suggesting your rocket is inside a barrel?

Do you believe everything you read on wikipedia?
 
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