help with some relevant maths for perf calcs
I am playing around within excel to create (initially) a simple program that will approximate fuel flows (TPE 331-12JR) at different weights and altitudes. (will live in the pda).
My maths is a little rusty as the following will show.
I have established the following relationships that calculate the FM data to within 1 lb/hr. All at same temp (ISA) and same pwr setting.
let weight(kgs)/100 =x
then: fflow(wt) = 0.0118x^2 - 0.3454x + 343.43
let alt (fl)=a
then: fflow(alt)= 0.0012a^2 - 0.9261a + 355.21
Now...how do I combine them so inputting weight and alt I get the appropriate fuel flow?
(or anyone got a better way to do it!)
thanks (and undoubtedly more qu's to follow!).
(edited to make clearer!)
Last edited by compressor stall; 4th Dec 2004 at 09:42.