MECH-524 Compressible Flow/Gas Dynamics - H. Navaz

Syllabus

The course includes the derivation and physical interpretation of the Navier- Stokes equations for compressible flows. Analysis of one-dimensional flows with discussions on normal, oblique, and bow shocks. Sound waves and unsteady wave motion are also covered. The method of characteristics (MOC) is taught and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) along with experimental methods will be utilized to understand the compressible flows and shock formation and behavior. The study is then further carried out to nozzle flows and jet/shock layer interaction. The students are required to not only understand the conventional methods used to obtain solution for compressible flow problems, but also to be able to utilize CFD and experimental methods to obtain solution for complex problems.