9780282977184 - Airfoil Theory at Supersonic Speed (Classic Reprint) von Schlichting, H. (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the realm of supersonic airfoil theory, exploring the complex interplay between air and objects moving faster than the speed of sound. The author builds upon the pioneering work of L. Prandtl, developing a first-order approximation theory that sheds light on the behavior of airfoils in supersonic conditions. The book begins by introducing the concept of the "horseshoe vortex" to model the induced velocity field around an airfoil. This approach enables the computation of the induced drag and wing surface shape for various airfoil configurations, including trapezoidal wings with constant surface density of lift and rectangular flat plates. One key finding of the book is that for airfoils of normal aspect ratios, the wave resistance, caused by sound waves, dominates the overall drag. The induced drag, resulting from the air's response to the airfoil's motion, plays a smaller role. This insight helps explain the unique aerodynamic challenges encountered in supersonic flight. Through its rigorous analysis and practical examples, this book provides a valuable contribution to the understanding of supersonic airfoil theory. It offers engineers and researchers a deeper comprehension of the complex phenomena involved in high-speed aerodynamics, paving the way for advancements in aircraft design and performance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.