Normal velocity in Hypersonic Inviscid Flow Formulas

Normal velocity is the velocity normal to the shock formation. And is denoted by Vn. Normal velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Normal velocity is always negative.

Hypersonic Inviscid Flow formulas that make use of Normal velocity

fxDensity before Shock Formation for Expansion WaveGo

fxNew Pressure after Shock Formation, Subtracted to Velocity for Expansion WaveGo

fxRatio of New and Old Temperature for Expansion WavesGo

fxNew Pressure after Shock Formation for Compression WaveGo

fxDensity before Shock Formation for Compression WaveGo

fxRatio of New and Old TemperatureGo

FAQ

What is the Normal velocity?

Normal velocity is the velocity normal to the shock formation. Normal velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Normal velocity is always negative.

Can the Normal velocity be negative?

Yes, the Normal velocity, measured in Speed can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Normal velocity?

Normal velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second[m/s] for Speed. Meter per Minute[m/s], Meter per Hour[m/s], Kilometer per Hour[m/s] are the few other units in which Normal velocity can be measured.

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