Computer Science
Scientific paper
Jul 1982
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1982jfm...120..523c&link_type=abstract
Journal of Fluid Mechanics, vol. 120, July 1982, p. 523-533.
Computer Science
1
Anisotropic Media, Density Wave Model, Nonuniform Flow, Shock Wave Interaction, Density Distribution, Shock Wave Propagation, Similarity Theorem, Stellar Models, Wave Equations
Scientific paper
When a shock moves in a non-uniform medium, its motion is influenced both by the non-uniformity ahead of the shock and also by a wave which overtakes the shock. In this paper the overtaking wave is examined in an analytic manner by considering its formation and subsequent propagation. This analysis is then combined with the known 'freely propagating' description of the shock motion, in which the overtaking wave is ignored, and results in a description of the shock motion in integral form. For the particular problem of a strong shock propagating in a medium with a power-law density variation, the freely propagating shock law has previously been compared with the available similarity solution. The estimate of the effect of the overtaking wave presented in this paper is shown to provide a significant improvement to the description of the shock motion in this instance.
Chisnell R. F.
Yousaf M.
No associations
LandOfFree
The effect of the overtaking disturbance on a shock wave moving in a non-uniform medium does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.
If you have personal experience with The effect of the overtaking disturbance on a shock wave moving in a non-uniform medium, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and The effect of the overtaking disturbance on a shock wave moving in a non-uniform medium will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-1023845