Deflection Angle Formula

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Deflection Angle is the angle between the onward extension of the previous leg and the line ahead. Check FAQs
θd=2Y-1(1M1-1M2)
θd - Deflection Angle?Y - Specific Heat Ratio?M1 - Mach Number ahead of Shock?M2 - Mach Number Behind Shock?

Deflection Angle Example

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Here is how the Deflection Angle equation looks like with Units.

Here is how the Deflection Angle equation looks like.

-4.4444Edit=21.6Edit-1(11.5Edit-10.5Edit)
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Deflection Angle Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
θd=2Y-1(1M1-1M2)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
θd=21.6-1(11.5-10.5)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
θd=21.6-1(11.5-10.5)
Next Step Evaluate
θd=-4.44444444444444rad
LAST Step Rounding Answer
θd=-4.4444rad

Deflection Angle Formula Elements

Variables
Deflection Angle
Deflection Angle is the angle between the onward extension of the previous leg and the line ahead.
Symbol: θd
Measurement: AngleUnit: rad
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Specific Heat Ratio
The Specific heat ratio of a gas is the ratio of the specific heat of the gas at a constant pressure to its specific heat at a constant volume.
Symbol: Y
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Mach Number ahead of Shock
Mach Number ahead of Shock is the Mach number over the body before a shockwave has occurred.
Symbol: M1
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Mach Number Behind Shock
Mach Number behind shock is the Mach number over the body after a shockwave has occurred.
Symbol: M2
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

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How to Evaluate Deflection Angle?

Deflection Angle evaluator uses Deflection Angle = 2/(Specific Heat Ratio-1)*(1/Mach Number ahead of Shock-1/Mach Number Behind Shock) to evaluate the Deflection Angle, Deflection Angle formula is defined as a measure of the angle through which a fluid is deflected from its original direction of motion, typically used to analyze the flow behavior of gases and fluids in hypersonic flow regimes. Deflection Angle is denoted by θd symbol.

How to evaluate Deflection Angle using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Deflection Angle, enter Specific Heat Ratio (Y), Mach Number ahead of Shock (M1) & Mach Number Behind Shock (M2) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Deflection Angle

What is the formula to find Deflection Angle?
The formula of Deflection Angle is expressed as Deflection Angle = 2/(Specific Heat Ratio-1)*(1/Mach Number ahead of Shock-1/Mach Number Behind Shock). Here is an example- -4.444444 = 2/(1.6-1)*(1/1.5-1/0.5).
How to calculate Deflection Angle?
With Specific Heat Ratio (Y), Mach Number ahead of Shock (M1) & Mach Number Behind Shock (M2) we can find Deflection Angle using the formula - Deflection Angle = 2/(Specific Heat Ratio-1)*(1/Mach Number ahead of Shock-1/Mach Number Behind Shock).
Can the Deflection Angle be negative?
Yes, the Deflection Angle, measured in Angle can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Deflection Angle?
Deflection Angle is usually measured using the Radian[rad] for Angle. Degree[rad], Minute[rad], Second[rad] are the few other units in which Deflection Angle can be measured.
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