👉 Shock fluids, also known as boundary layer gases or shock layer gases, are a critical component in the study of supersonic and hypersonic flows. These fluids form when a high-speed object, like a supersonic aircraft or missile, moves through a medium (such as air) at speeds exceeding the local speed of sound, creating a region of highly compressed and heated gas adjacent to the object's surface. This region is characterized by extremely high temperatures and pressures, which can significantly affect the fluid dynamics and heat transfer processes. Understanding shock fluids is essential for designing efficient thermal protection systems, optimizing aerodynamic performance, and predicting the behavior of vehicles operating at hypersonic speeds.
