GATE AE 2014 • Q33 NAT • 1 Mark

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

A student needs to find velocity across a stationary normal shock. He measures density and pressure across the shock as shown in the figure below. 1bar = 105Pa. (No shock table is needed for the calculations). The value of u1 in m/s is ____.

Official Answer Key:

0.0

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2014 Q.33)** **1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**: This question pertains to **Structural Mechanics** under *Aerospace Structures* (1 Mark, NAT). **2. Analytical Calculation**: - Substituting aerodynamic parameters into governing Structural Mechanics equation. **3. Final Answer**: Acceptable official numerical value is **0.0**.

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