Les travaux présentés dans cette thèse traitent de la transition laminaire-turbulent de la couche limite hypersonique, sans effet de gaz réels, en écoulement tridimensionnel. Au préalable, nous avons comparé les différences entre la théorie d'Orr-Sommerfeld et l'approche non locale (PSE) sur un cône sans incidence, et montré que les effets non parallèles sont d'autant plus importants que les ondes d'instabilité sont obliques. La méthode eN, couplée à l'approche locale, a été largement exploitée afin de comprendre les mécanismes responsables de la transition à grand nombre de Mach. Ainsi, sur deux configurations tridimensionnelles principales (cône et aile delta, avec ou sans incidence), les confrontations antre les résultats numériques et les expériences réalisées en soufflerie amènent à dire que ce sont différentstypes d'instabilité qui pilotent la transition sur une même géométrie. Dans le cas du cône avec incidence, où les calculs ont été effectués en tenant compte de la courbure des lignes de courant, les ondes instables du premier mode - dont la direction de propagation fait un angle d'environ 60° avec l'écoulement extérieur - peuvent, au voisinage des génératrices supérieure et inférieure, être tenues pour responsables du changement de régime de la couche limite laminaire. Entre ces deux génératrices, c'est une instabilité dite "mixte" (un mélange du premier mode et de l'instabilité transversale, engendrée par le caractère tridimensionnel de l'écoulement) qui provoque certainement l'apparition de la turbulence. Les expériences menées sur l'aile delta ont démontré que l'émoussement du bord d'attaque et l'incidence provoquaient una avncée de la ligne de transition par rapport au cas "bord d'attaque aigü sans incidence". Les calculs de stabilité et l'utilisation de la méthode eN ont été plus délicats à mener que dans le cas du cône, mais les résultats obtenus sont encourageants et les corrélations numérique / expérience sont assez bonnes. Il y a création d'une forte instabilité transversale lorsque le bord d'attaque est émoussé, et cette dernière devient responsable de la transition, alors que dans les cas sans émoussement et avec incidence, c'est l'instabilité "mixte" (comme sur le cône) qui déclenche le changement de régime de la couche limite.

An extremely practical overview of V/STOL (vertical/short takeoff and landing) aerodynamics, this volume offers a presentation of general theoretical and applied aerodynamic principles, covering propeller and helicopter rotor theory for both the static and forward flight cases. Both a text for students and a reference for professionals, the book can be used for advanced undergraduate or graduate courses. Numerous detailed figures, plus exercises. 1967 edition. Preface. Appendix. Index.

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is an important design tool in engineering and also a substantial research tool in various physical sciences as well as in biology. The objective of this book is to provide university students with a solid foundation for understanding the numerical methods employed in today's CFD and to familiarise them with modern CFD codes by hands-on experience. It is also intended for engineers and scientists starting to work in the field of CFD or for those who apply CFD codes. Due to the detailed index, the text can serve as a reference handbook too. Each chapter includes an extensive bibliography, which provides an excellent basis for further studies.

Hypersonic Flow Theory presents the fundamentals of fluid mechanics, focusing on the hypersonic flow theory and approaches in theoretical aerodynamics. This book discusses the assumptions underlying hypersonic flow theory, unified supersonic-hypersonic similitude, two-dimensional and axisymmetric bodies, and circular cylinder. The constant-streamtube-area approximation, streamtube-continuity methods, and tangent-wedge and tangent-cone are also deliberated. This text likewise covers the similar laminar boundary layer solutions, bluntness induced interactions on slender bodies, and free molecule transfer theory. The dynamics of hypersonic flight or hypersonic wing theory, magnetohydrodynamic theory, or any developments involving treatment of the Boltzmann equation are not included. This publication is intended for hypersonic aerodynamicists, students, and researchers conducting work on the hypersonic flow phenomena.

The combustion of fossil fuels remains a key technology for the foreseeable future. It is therefore important that we understand the mechanisms of combustion and, in particular, the role of turbulence within this process. Combustion always takes place within a turbulent flow field for two reasons: turbulence increases the mixing process and enhances combustion, but at the same time combustion releases heat which generates flow instability through buoyancy, thus enhancing the transition to turbulence. The four chapters of this book present a thorough introduction to the field of turbulent combustion. After an overview of modeling approaches, the three remaining chapters consider the three distinct cases of premixed, non-premixed, and partially premixed combustion, respectively. This book will be of value to researchers and students of engineering and applied mathematics by demonstrating the current theories of turbulent combustion within a unified presentation of the field.

The similarities between the airplane and the missile extend beyond their flying capabilities, and at higher operational speeds, the configuration distinctions become even less apparent. " Missile Aerodynamics," a classic now available from AIAA and Nielsen Engineering and Research, Inc., combines the best of missile and airplane aerodynamics, drawing extensively from numerous technical papers to present a rational and unified account of the principles behind missile projection. Evaluate the missile versus the airplane in a multitude of areas, from longitudinal acceleration, wing loading, roll and dynamic stability, guidance and navigation, and more. J.N. Nielsen covers every aspect of missile aerodynamics, from the classification of missiles and basic formulas to innovative aerodynamic controls. In one reliable reference, readers will find hundreds of schematics, equations, and tables with practical applications in missile design and engineering. Originally published by Nielsen Engineering and Research, Inc.

Responding to the need for a single reference source on the design and applications of composites, Composite Materials: Design and Applications, Second Edition provides an authoritative examination of the composite materials used in current industrial applications and delivers much needed practical guidance to those working in this rapidly d