Python in Rocket Science: Visualisation of Supersonic Combustion

How much Python is used in creating the next generation rockets? In this poster, I will demonstrate this using an example of supersonic combustion. Supersonic combustion occurs rapidly, requiring high-speed cameras to capture the details of the combustion physics. Each take produces large datasets that need to be analysed to visualise this complex physics. In this poster, I will discuss how Python is used to perform this analysis. I will show analysed videos/images of supersonic combustion using hydrogen as a fuel conducted in a wind tunnel. These images will show combustion data in terms of density gradients in the flow, known as 'Schlieren.' In addition, I will conclude with how we are using Python in educating the next generation of rocket scientists!

I am an educator in aerospace engineering and passionate about bringing more Python in Rocket Science. I have attended PyCons since 2013 with this singe goal. In this talk, I will show how we are using more Python to solve the most challenging problems in aerospace engineering. I would love to connect with the Japanese community and share more.

I am an educator in aerospace engineering and passionate about bringing more Python in Rocket Science. I have attended PyCons since 2013 with this singe goal. In this talk, I will show how we are using more Python to solve the most challenging problems in aerospace engineering. I would love to connect with the Japanese community and share more.

My chosen topic will show how large datasets from wind tunnel experiments can be carefully analysed using Python to obtain quantitive information on the combustion physics. The audience will be able to see that such complex problems can be tackled with Python.

The audience will be able to see that complex problems in Rocket Science can be easily tackled with Python. They will learn how Python is used to analyse large datasets from supersonic combustion can be reduced to useful and detailed videos that show the combustion physics that would be otherwise not visible.

No prior knowledge needed. This should be fun for all!