Sedov-Taylor blast wave
= Sedov-Taylor blast wave
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{title2=$R_s=\xi(Et^2/\rho_0)^{1/5}$}
A self-similar energy-conserving strong spherical explosion into a uniform ambient density has $R_s=\xi(Et^2/\rho_0)^{1/5}$ and $v_s=2R_s/(5t)$. The dimensionless coefficient depends on the equation of state. Radiative losses, nonuniform media or continuous energy injection alter the similarity solution.