Deflection Angle in Hypersonic Flow Formulas

A Deflection angle is the angle between the onward extension of the previous leg and the line ahead. And is denoted by θ_d. Deflection Angle is usually measured using the Radian for Angle. Note that the value of Deflection Angle is always positive.

Hypersonic Flow formulas that make use of Deflection Angle

fxWave Angle for Small Deflection AngleGo

fxInverse of Density for Hypersonic Flow using Mach NumberGo

FAQ

What is the Deflection Angle?

A Deflection angle is the angle between the onward extension of the previous leg and the line ahead. Deflection Angle is usually measured using the Radian for Angle. Note that the value of Deflection Angle is always positive.

Can the Deflection Angle be negative?

No, the Deflection Angle, measured in Angle cannot be negative.

What 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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