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Question 1
Easy
What happens to the Mach number across a normal shock?
💡 Hint: Recall the transition from supersonic to subsonic flow.
Question 2
Easy
Name one property that increases across a normal shock.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when a shock compresses the flow.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the primary effect of a normal shock on flow?
- Decrease in pressure
- Increase in Mach number
- Decrease in Mach number
💡 Hint: Think about the transition happening in supersonic conditions.
Question 2
True or False: Normal shocks are isentropic.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: What does entropy signify in fluid dynamics?
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
A supersonic jet with a Mach number of 1.5 experiences a normal shock. Determine the downstream Mach number and corresponding change in pressure if the initial pressure is 100 kPa.
💡 Hint: Use the standard relationships for pressure and density changes across shocks.
Question 2
Analyze how a normal shock would influence the design of a supersonic passenger aircraft. What factors must be addressed?
💡 Hint: Consider aerodynamic shape, material stresses, and engine performance.
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