Freestream Specific Enthalpy in Hypersonic Flow Formulas

Freestream specific enthalpy is the enthalpy of the continuous flow of fluid and the sum of the internal energy E plus the product of the pressure p and volume V. And is denoted by h_∞. Freestream Specific Enthalpy is usually measured using the Joule per Kilogram for Specific Energy. Note that the value of Freestream Specific Enthalpy is always negative.

Formulas to find Freestream Specific Enthalpy in Hypersonic Flow

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List of variables in Hypersonic Flow formulas

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FAQ

What is the Freestream Specific Enthalpy?

Freestream specific enthalpy is the enthalpy of the continuous flow of fluid and the sum of the internal energy E plus the product of the pressure p and volume V. Freestream Specific Enthalpy is usually measured using the Joule per Kilogram for Specific Energy. Note that the value of Freestream Specific Enthalpy is always negative.

Can the Freestream Specific Enthalpy be negative?

Yes, the Freestream Specific Enthalpy, measured in Specific Energy can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Freestream Specific Enthalpy?

Freestream Specific Enthalpy is usually measured using the Joule per Kilogram[J/kg] for Specific Energy. Joule per Gram[J/kg], Joule per Centigram[J/kg], Square Meter per Square Second[J/kg] are the few other units in which Freestream Specific Enthalpy can be measured.

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