How can I plot the altitude of a capsule during re-entry?

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Hi,

I need to plot as a function of time, the altitude of a capsule bringing astronauts back from space.

I have all the values required in order to calultate it but I'm not sure how i plot it as a function of time?

Is it simply a differential matter?

Your help is much appreciated!

Thanks

phiska
 
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phiska,

What are the "values" that you have?
 
re-entry angle, ballistic coefficient, initial altitude, initial velocity, density of atmosphere at different altitudes etc
 

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