Specification:
- Investigation of pressure curves in supersonic flow
- Visualisation of Mach lines and shock waves using Schlieren optics
- Continuously operating, open supersonic wind tunnel, low pressure principle
- Positive displacement fan with variable speed
- Interchangeable walls in the measuring section produce velocities up to Mach 1,8
- Drag bodies: rocket, projectile, double wedge and wedge
- Manometer for displaying the pressure in the measurement point
- Software for data acquisition (pressure measurement) via USB under Windows Vista or Windows 7
Technical Data:
- Positive displacement fan, variable speed
- Sound-dampened, max. 84dB(A)
- Power consumption: 55kW
Supersonic wind tunnel:
- Cross-section of the measuring section: 100x25mm
- Interchangeable walls for measuring section 1 x straight contour: Ma<1
- 2 x Laval contours: Ma 1,4 and Ma 1,8
Schlieren optics:
- Halogen lamp with 50 and 100W
- 2 adjustable parabolic mirrors
- Adjustable slit diaphragm
- Screen for Schlieren optics
Drag bodies:
- Wedge, double wedge, projectile, rocket
- Recommended ambient conditions: 40% rel. humidity at 25°C
