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Questions
(AeronauticalEngineering)
1 Derive the Linearized two-dimensional supersonic flow theory
2 Write short notes on (i) Mach waves (ii) Mach angle
1 Derive expression for the lift and drag coefficients of a diamond
aerofoil using linear Theory. Using the results of linearized
theory, calculate the lift and wave drag coefficient for an
infinitely thin flat plate in a Mach number 2.6, Free stream at
angles of attack of =5o, =15o
2 Based on small perturbation theory, derive the linearized the
linearized velocity potential equation for compressible flow.
Based on the above equation establish the Prandtl-Glauert rule
1 Briefly explain the lift, Drag, pitching moment and centre of
pressure of supersonic profiles
2 Explain the Prandtl-Meyer expansion round a convex corner
with a neat sketch
1
(i)Explain with neat sketch about the shock induced
separation,
(ii) Briefly explain the characteristics and features of swept
wings
2 Briefly explain the effects of thickness, camber and aspect ratio
over the
performance of wings in high speed flows
1 Briefly explain the various optical methods of flow visualization
2 (i) What conditions favour detachment of shock waves in
supersonic flows over solid bodies?
(ii) A flat plate size 1 m * 0.5 is tested at 1500 Kmph at the
freestream pressure of 0.8 MPa and temperature 30 C at an
angle of attack of 5 degree. Using linear theory estimate the lift
and drag
1 Explain the working principle of shock tube with necessary
sketches on pressure variation in the tube. What are the
advantages and limitations on the operations of a shock tube?
2 An aircraft flying at a Mach number 1.3 at an altitude 16000 m
(p=0.15 bar, T = 216 K). The compression in its engine is partly
achieved by a normal shock wave standing at the entry of its
diffuser. Determine immediately downstream of the shock.
(a) Mach number (b) Temperature of the air (c) Pressure of the air
(d) Change in entropy across the shock wave
1 Derive continuity equation and energy equation
2Obtain an expression for velocity of sound on terms of specific
heats and
local temperature in air medium from one
dimensional continuity, momentum and energy equations.
1 Derive relationship between the ratio of stagnation pressure to
static pressure and Mach number for an isentropic flow. Derive
similar relations for temperature and density ratios.
2 (i)Air flow is discharged to sea level atmosphere through a
sonic nozzle. If the air storage pressure at the reservoir is 40x105
N/m2, determine the pressure, temperature density at the exit of
the nozzle. Assume that the reservoir air is at ambient
temperature.
(ii) Derive an expression connecting area and velocity
variations with Mach number for a one-dimensional compressible
flow.
1 Sketch the pressure variation along a Laval nozzle for different
back pressures.