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3D Hypersonic Shock-Turbulent-Boundary-Layer Interactions (2023–2027)

Abstract:
Shock-wave turbulent-boundary-layer interactions occur on hypersonic flight vehicles and can lead to high heating and increased drag. This is a paramount design issue that needs addressing. We aim to understand and quantify fundamental phenomena occurring in such interactions using state-of-the-art instrumentation and wind-tunnel facilities. Surfaces will be heated to realistic flight temperatures to simulate accurately the flight environment and include effects not reproduced with cold models. The effects of 3D features of the interactions will lead to new understanding of how the flow develops through a combination of experiments and numerical simulations. Future designs of hypersonic flight vehicles will benefit from knowledge gained.
Grant type:
ARC Discovery Projects
Researchers:

  • Professor Anand Veeraragavan

    Professor
    Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

  • Dr Carolyn Jacobs

    Lecturer
    School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering
    Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

  • Emeritus Professor David Mee

    Emeritus Professor
    School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering
    Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Funded by:
Australian Research Council