Technical specifications
- A stand-alone subsonic wind tunnel for conducting experiments in aerodynamics
- The wind tunnel is mounted on a steel base on wheels for mobility
- Working section of 310mm by 310mm and 600mm long
- The unit operates as an open circuit system
- Inverter controlled AC suction fan to drag the air flow through the working section
- Accurate speed control up to 40 m/s
- The duct incorporates a honeycomb flow straightener to even the direction of flow
- The working section incorporates three tappings on its top section to incorporate pitot tubes. These are located at the start of the working section, upstream and downstream of the model under test location
- All the optional and self-built models are inserted through a circular hatch of 160mm diameter. Each of the accessories supplied are built into individual hatches which incorporate an angular scale, enabling the models to be manually rotated to known angles
Linear speed
0-40m/s
Working section
Length: 600mm
Width: 310mm
Height: 310mm
Axial fan power
Approx. 4kW
Fan turning speed
3000rpm
Measuring ranges
Manometer: 0-250mm H20
Wind speed: 0-40m/s
Angle of inclination: +/- 180°
Lift force: +/- 10N
Drag force: +/- 10N
Pitching moment: +/- 3N
Overall dimensions |
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Dimensions |
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Length |
3.785m |
Width |
0.990m |
Height |
1.930m |
Packed and crated shipping specifications (for 2 cases) |
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Volume |
7.95m3 |
Gross weight |
665kg |
Features
- Robust design, manufactured in high quality materials for long life of the product
- Connections to main base unit via flexible hoses and quick release fittings
- The unit is supplied on wheels for ease of movement; these can be removed and the unit bolted to the floor for permanent installation
- Unit supplied with a complete manual including the following sections: Safety, Installation, Equipment Diagrams and Specifications, Routine Maintenance, Operation and Guided Experiments