Gas Dynamics / Compressible Aerodynamics
Gas dynamics support covering compressible flow, shocks, expansion waves, Fanno/Rayleigh flow, and nozzles.
Course Content
Weekly contentThis module covers Compressible flow fundamentals and isentropic relations through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers 2D subsonic compressible, steady, isentropic flows through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Linear theory for subsonic and supersonic flows through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Supersonic airfoils through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Normal shock waves through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Oblique shock waves through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Expansion waves through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Nozzle, diffuser, and wind-tunnel flows through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Rayleigh flow with heat addition through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Fanno flow with friction through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Shock tube through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Curved shock waves through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Detonation waves through conceptual framing and problem solving.
This module covers Oblique and curved shock reflections through conceptual framing and problem solving.
Targeted Learning Outcomes
- Support for undergraduate and graduate Gas Dynamics, Compressible Flow, and Compressible Aerodynamics students
- Solve nozzle, shock, expansion, Rayleigh/Fanno, and shock-tube problems
- Work on advanced shock interactions, including curved shocks, detonation, and reflection
Recommended Prerequisites
- Thermodynamics, including ideal gases and basic processes
- Fluid mechanics with control-volume equations
- Calculus and differential equations for derivations and analysis