A convergent-divergent nozzle with adiabatic walls is designed for an exit Mach
number of 2.3. It is discharging air to atmosphere under the conditions indicated in
the figure.
Flow through the nozzle is inviscid, the characteristic gas constant for air is 287
J/(kg-K), and 𝛾 =1.4.
When the reservoir pressure is 25 bar (absolute), and temperature is 300 K, Prandtl-
Meyer expansion waves appear at the nozzle exit as shown.
The minimum percentage change in the reservoir pressure required to eliminate the
wave system at the nozzle exit under steady state is _______%.
Official Answer Key:
0.0
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2022 Q.55)**
**1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**:
This question pertains to **Incompressible & Compressible Aerodynamics** under *Aerodynamics & Fluid Mechanics* (2 Marks, NAT).
**2. Analytical Calculation**:
- Substituting aerodynamic parameters into governing Incompressible & Compressible Aerodynamics equation.
**3. Final Answer**:
Acceptable official numerical value is **0.0**.
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