Abstract: In this paper,ways to calculate shock temperature are classified as three kinds of basic methods.These methods are described briefly and the evaluation of related material parameters is given also.In the calculation of shock temperature by using isentropic curve, an isentropic equation which is consistent with the Hugoniot curve is developed. Shock temperatures for iron are calculated and the results obtained by using three-term equation of state are in good agreement with the experimental results. In addit...