Shock/boundary-layer/shock interactions
Abstract
The shock/shock interference phenomena and shock wave/boundary layer interactions in hypersonic flight are reviewed. The characteristic flow features are described, and the mechanisms for extremely high local heat transfer rates are emphasized. A classical example of interaction heating on the X-15 hypersonic vehicle is reviewed, and the damage caused by the unexpected aerodynamic heating is cited. These results serve as a strong reminder of the importance of shock impingement and interference heating cautions in hypersonic vehicle design, development, test, and evaluation.
- Publication:
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VKI Methodology Hypersonic Testing
- Pub Date:
- 1993
- Bibcode:
- 1993VMHT..........S
- Keywords:
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- Aerodynamic Heating;
- Boundary Layer Flow;
- Hypersonic Flight;
- Hypersonic Flow;
- Shock Wave Interaction;
- Flow Characteristics;
- Heat Flux;
- Hypersonic Heat Transfer;
- Hypersonic Vehicles;
- Spacecraft Design;
- Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer