Shock-Tube Investigation of Detonative Combustion by Richard Boyd Morrison, published in 1955 by the Engineering Research Institute at the University of Michigan, explores the dynamics of detonative combustion facilitated by shock tubes. This report dives into the intricate details of detonation waves—supersonic combustion waves—compared to subsonic deflagration waves. Morrison provides a comprehensive analysis of both steady and unsteady flows in one-dimensional ducts, correlating experimental data with theoretical models. The study derives a dimensionless heating parameter that aligns closely with the Mach number of detonation waves. This publication is an effort to bridge the gap between thermodynamic properties and dynamic behaviors of gas mixtures under detonation conditions, showcasing extensive experimental results and theoretical discussions vital to advancements in the field of gas dynamics and combustion studies.