Isothermal Expansion of Supersonic Flow

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The discussion focuses on the isothermal expansion of supersonic flow in a converging-diverging rocket nozzle. The original relation, \((1-M^2)\frac{dV}{V}=-\frac{dA}{A}\), highlights the dependence on temperature during adiabatic expansion. The participant seeks to understand the equations applicable when temperature is held constant, as opposed to the traditional isentropic flow relations. The inquiry emphasizes the need for alternative equations to describe this scenario effectively.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of supersonic flow dynamics
  • Familiarity with converging-diverging nozzle design
  • Knowledge of thermodynamics, particularly isentropic processes
  • Basic principles of gas expansion and cooling
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the thermodynamics of jet engine combustion chambers
  • Investigate reheat systems in supersonic applications
  • Study isothermal processes in compressible flow
  • Explore alternative equations for non-adiabatic gas expansion
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Aerospace engineers, thermodynamics students, and researchers focused on supersonic flow and nozzle design will benefit from this discussion.

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Hi,

In a standard converging-diverging rocket nozzle, we have (ex.) the relation:(1-M^2)\frac{dV}{V}=-\frac{dA}{A}By substituting in definitions, we can obtain\left(1-\frac{V^2}{\gamma R T}\right)\frac{dV}{V} = -\frac{dA}{A}This shows the dependence on temperature.

The relation assumes that the gas expands, accelerates, and cools in an adiabatic process. I would like to know what would happen if the temperature were instead held constant (i.e., by adding energy as the gas expands and accelerates)--but I have been utterly unable to find appropriate equations to replace the isentropic flow relations in the derivation.

What equations apply in this situation?

Ian
 
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Do some research on the thermodynamics of jet engine combustion chambers and reheat systems .
 
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