NORMAL SHOCK WAVE PARAMETERS IN EQUILIBRIUM AIR

Abstract : Tables and graphs are given of normal shock wave parameters for equilibrium air. Composition of the air behind the shock is also tabulated. The results cover the range of velocities from 2000 to 26,000 fps in increments of 1000 fps and altitudes from sea level to 300,000 ft at 10,000ft intervals. The 1959 ARDC model atmosphere was used to specify ambient conditions ahead of the shock. An effective specific heat ratio, was tabulated which permits solution of oblique shock waves.