To calculate Delta-V:
Δv=Ve⋅ln(mimf)
Where:
Delta-V, denoted Δv, is a term used in aerospace to describe the change in velocity of a rocket or spacecraft. It represents the impulse per unit mass required to achieve a maneuver, such as changing orbit or landing on a planetary surface. Delta-V is critical for mission planning, as it helps determine the feasibility of maneuvers and the required propulsion capabilities.
Let's assume an exhaust velocity of 3,000 m/s, an initial mass of 10,000 kg, and a final mass of 4,000 kg.
Using the formula:
Δv=3,000⋅ln(10,0004,000)≈3,000⋅0.916=2,748 m/s
The Delta-V is approximately 2,748 m/s.