Fluent's CFD software can accurately solve supersonic missile-related flow problems. In this example, viscous flow past a generic missile, at Mach 3.94 and an angle of attack of 20 degrees was solved. With this level of accuracy, missile performance, trajectory, and loading can be predicted using CFD, providing valuable insight into designs.

Pathlines illustrate the flow around the missile at an angle of attack of 20 degrees.
Courtesy of Raytheon Electronic Systems