| Abstract: | On the basis of modified Newtonian theory and the theory of selfsimilar hypersonic flows we study the form of the optimal contour of a body of revolution with minimal drag coefficient at hypersonic speeds. It is shown that bodies of optimal form also have a small heat transfer coefficient, much smaller than for a conical body. It is established experimentally that the optimal properties of these bodies of revolution are also retained for moderate supersonic flight speeds.In concluslion the author wishes to thank V. V. Sychev for valuable discussions of this problem. |
