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Hypersonic Flow
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Summary
Hypersonic flow
refers to the
behavior of gases
moving at speeds greater than five times the
speed of sound
, typically characterized by
extreme temperatures
and
complex shock wave structures
. This flow regime presents unique challenges in terms of aerodynamics, heat transfer, and
material science
, crucial for applications like
spacecraft re-entry
and
high-speed flight
.
Relevant Degrees
Aerodynamics 78%
Air and Space Transport Engineering 22%
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