Hypersonic Specific Heat Ratio Calculator

– Hypersonic and High-Temperature Gas Dynamics, John D. Anderson, Jr.

This formula calculates the ratio of specific heat in hypersonic flows. The specific heat ratio is a key parameter in a compressible flow, influencing shock wave behaviour and thermodynamic properties of gases at high speeds.

Symbols:

• γ: Ratio of specific heats (dimensionless)
• Cp​: Specific heat at constant pressure (J/kg·K)
• Cv: Specific heat at constant volume (J/kg·K)