A Review of Flow Control Strategies for Supersonic/Hypersonic Fluid Dynamics

Shibo Lee; Yunlong Zhao; Jiaqi Luo; Jianfeng Zou; Jifa Zhang; Jifa Zhang; Yao Zheng; Yao Zheng; Yang Zhang; Yang Zhang

doi:10.3389/arc.2024.13149

Aerospace Research Communications (Nov 2024)

A Review of Flow Control Strategies for Supersonic/Hypersonic Fluid Dynamics

Shibo Lee,
Yunlong Zhao,
Jiaqi Luo,
Jianfeng Zou,
Jifa Zhang,
Jifa Zhang,
Yao Zheng,
Yao Zheng,
Yang Zhang,
Yang Zhang

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Shibo Lee: School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Yunlong Zhao: School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Jiaqi Luo: School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Jianfeng Zou: School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Jifa Zhang: School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Jifa Zhang: Zhejiang Institute of Turbomachinery and Propulsion Systems, Huzhou, Zhejiang, China
Yao Zheng: School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Yao Zheng: Zhejiang Institute of Turbomachinery and Propulsion Systems, Huzhou, Zhejiang, China
Yang Zhang: School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Yang Zhang: Zhejiang Institute of Turbomachinery and Propulsion Systems, Huzhou, Zhejiang, China

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3389/arc.2024.13149
Journal volume & issue: Vol. 2

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Supersonic and hypersonic flows have gained considerable attention in the aerospace industry in recent years. Flow control is crucial for refining the quality of these high-speed flows and improving the performance and safety of fast aircraft. This paper discusses the distinctive characteristics of supersonic flows compared to low-speed flows, including phenomena such as boundary layer transition, shock waves, and sonic boom. These traits give rise to significant challenges related to drag, noise, and heat. Therefore, a review of several active and passive control strategies is provided, highlighting their significant advancements in flow transitions, reducing drag, minimizing noise, and managing heat. Furthermore, we provide a comprehensive analysis of various research methodologies used in the application of flow control engineering, including wind tunnel testing, flight testing, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). This work gives an overview of the present state of flow control research and offers insights into potential future advancements.

Published in Aerospace Research Communications

ISSN: 2813-6209 (Online)
Publisher: Frontiers Media S.A.
Country of publisher: Switzerland
LCC subjects: Technology: Motor vehicles. Aeronautics. Astronautics
Website: https://www.frontierspartnerships.org/journals/aerospace-research-communications

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