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flow-theory

flow-theory is a Python toolkit for theoretical estimates in high-speed aerodynamics: flat-plate skin friction and Stanton number, bow-shock standoff and shape, entropy-layer swallowing distance, and boundary-layer transition.

Quick Start

Install

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pip install flow-theory

Run

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flow-theory cf --mach 5.0 --re-x 1e7 --tw-te 0.5

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from flow_theory import cf_laminar

cf = cf_laminar(
    x=1.0,
    re1=1.0e7,
    mach=5.0,
    temp_edge=250.0,
    temp_wall=125.0,
    wall_type="isothermal",
)
print(f"cf = {cf:.6e}")

Feedback & Contributing

Questions, bug reports, and contributions are welcome. If something unexpected comes up while using this package, or there are ideas for improvement, opening an issue or starting a discussion is the best first step.

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License

BSD-3-Clause. See LICENSE for details.