On the basis of the modified Newton theory and the theory of self-similar hypersonic flows, an investigation was made of the optimum shape of a body of revolution with a minimum drag factor at supersonic speeds. It is shown that optimum bodies also have a low heat-transfer coefficient -- considerably less than for a conical body. It was established experimentally, that the optimum properties of the examined bodies of revolution are preserved even at moderate supersonic flight speeds. (Author)
Bodies of Revolution with a Minimum Drag Factor and Low Heat Transfer at High Supersonic Flight Speeds
1968
27 pages
Report
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English
Bodies of revolution having minimum drag at high supersonic airspeeds
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