Need help finding the thrust and exit diameter of a rocket

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The discussion focuses on calculating the thrust and exit diameter of a small rocket powered by high-pressure nitrogen, specifically for an attitude control device in space. The thrust can be determined using the equation T = mVe, while the exit diameter is derived from the area ratio equation involving Mach numbers. The user is advised to calculate the exit area using the provided equation and to reference existing tables for additional values. Comparisons of thrust and exit diameters at exit Mach numbers of 5.0 and 7.0 are also suggested. The thread emphasizes the importance of using the correct equations and values for accurate calculations.
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A small rocket powered by high-pressure nitrogen (R = 1776 ft-lb/slug/R, gamma=1.4) is used as an attitude control device. In space, the thrust of a rocket is given by T =mVe
in lbf. Find the thrust and exit diameter of this rocket with a throat diameter of 1.0 inch if it
operates at PT = 120 psi and TT = 510R with M = 3.0 at the exit. Then compare the
thrust and exit diameters when the exit Mach number is 5.0 and 7.0.

*I know I need to use the equation A/A*=(1/M^2)((2/gamma+1)(1+(gamma-1/2)M^2))^(gamma+1/gamma-1) but I'm having trouble finding the appropriate values.

ps sorry if this post is in the wrong area, I'm pretty new to this site!
 
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You've got everything you need, except for this part. The thrust equation is:

F = m dot * Ve + (pe - p0) * Ae

Calculate the exit area from the equation you listed. You've been given everything else. Or just look up the old tables.
 
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