Singularities of wavefields and sonic boom

被引:5
作者
Kaouri, K. [1 ]
Awright, D. J. [2 ]
Chapman, C. J. [3 ]
Ockendon, J. R. [2 ]
机构
[1] Univ Nottingham, Sch Math Sci, Ctr Math Med & Biol, Nottingham NG7 2RD, England
[2] Math Inst, OCIAM, Oxford OX1 3LB, England
[3] Univ Keele, Dept Math, Keele ST5 5BG, Staffs, England
关键词
linear wave theory; accelerating source; stratified medium; sonic boom; Tricomi equation; boomray; Mach envelope;
D O I
10.1016/j.wavemoti.2007.06.003
中图分类号
O42 [声学];
学科分类号
070206 ; 082403 ;
摘要
This paper analyses the generic singularities that can occur in wavefields driven by point acoustic sources moving steadily or accelerating in homogeneous or stratified atmospheres. These situations are unified by the result that the strongest wavefields satisfy the Tricomi equation, except in cases of very strong focusing of acoustic rays. The implications for sonic boom carpets are discussed. (c) 2007 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
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页码:217 / 237
页数:21
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