Fundamentals of Wind-Tunnel Design
Publication Type:
Book Chapter
Authors:
Co-Authors:
Bahr, C., Mathew, J., Blockley, R., and Shyy, W.
Year Published:
2010
Abstract:
Wind tunnels offer an effective tool to rapidly obtain data associated with flow over scaled or full-scale models. Given their ubiquitous nature and utility, a wind-tunnel design project is a fairly common yet complex exercise. We therefore review in this article the fundamentals of low-speed wind-tunnel design. The research goals and the specific measurement requirements are discussed, as well as the various space, budget, and power constraints that guide the tunnel design. Design guidelines are provided for the most common wind-tunnel components, including flow conditioners, contraction, test section, diffuser, drive, and other optional components. Finally, facility characterization procedures are briefly summarized, including flow uniformity, turbulence intensity, and background noise and vibration levels.
Series Title:
Encyclopedia of Aerospace Engineering
Volume:
Chapter:
Fundamentals of Wind-Tunnel Design
Pagination:
691-700
Publisher:
John Wiley& Sons Ltd
Chapter Abstract:
City:
Chichester, UK
ISBN:
978-0-470-68665-2
ISBN Number:
978-0-470-68665-2
Date Published:
12/1/2010