Semi-elliptic computation of an axi-symmetric transonic nozzle flow

A newly developed, semi-elliptic computational algorithm is employed to predict the transonic flow inside an axisymmetric, convergent-divergent nozzle featuring small wall radius of curvature at the throat. The predictions obtained are compared against flow measurements for this nozzle, which have been reported elsewhere. Good agreement between the corresponding measurements and predictions is revealed, thus validating the computational algorithm and demonstrating its value as a design tool.