Oblique Shock Angle in Oblique Shock and Expansion Waves Formulas

Oblique Shock Angle signifies the angle formed by the direction of an incoming airflow or fluid with respect to the oblique shock wave. And is denoted by β. Oblique Shock Angle is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Oblique Shock Angle is always negative. Typically, the value of Oblique Shock Angle is smaller than 91.

Oblique Shock and Expansion Waves formulas that make use of Oblique Shock Angle

fxComponent of Upstream Mach Normal to Oblique ShockGo

fxComponent of Downstream Mach Normal to Oblique ShockGo

fxFlow Deflection Angle due to Oblique ShockGo

FAQ

What is the Oblique Shock Angle?

Oblique Shock Angle signifies the angle formed by the direction of an incoming airflow or fluid with respect to the oblique shock wave. Oblique Shock Angle is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Oblique Shock Angle is always negative. Typically, the value of Oblique Shock Angle is smaller than 91.

Can the Oblique Shock Angle be negative?

Yes, the Oblique Shock Angle, measured in Angle can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Oblique Shock Angle?

Oblique Shock Angle is usually measured using the Degree[°] for Angle. Radian[°], Minute[°], Second[°] are the few other units in which Oblique Shock Angle can be measured.

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