Introduction and review of work done in earlier courses; basic equations for one-dimensional compressible flow; isentropic one-dimensional flow; steady and unsteady normal shock waves; oblique shock waves; steady and unsteady expansion waves; two-dimensional isentropic flow; nozzle flows; effects of friction and heat transfer; boundary layer flow; design of aircraft engine intake systems; design of supersonic wind-tunnels and shock tubes. Students are expected to have knowledge of fluid mechanics typically acquired in MECH 241/MECH 341. Those who have not taken these or similar courses will need to prepare through self study.
(Lec: 3, Lab: 0, Tut: 0.5)