DESIGN & FLOW ANALYSIS OF SUBSONIC WIND TUNNEL

Authors

  • Nagaraj Malagatte Project Engineeer, Quest Unique Technologies, Pune, India

Keywords:

Wind Tunnel Testing, Aerodynamics, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Pressure Measurement Techniques, Drag Reduction

Abstract

A wind tunnel is an essential tool in aerodynamic research, used to study the effects of air movement over solid objects. Initially developed for analyzing vehicles, particularly airplanes, in free flight, wind tunnels help assess
aerodynamics and measure drag and downforce on airfoils. A typical wind tunnel consists of a contraction cone, test section, and diffuser, equipped with necessary
instrumentation for measuring aerodynamic forces. Our project focuses on utilizing a hand-fabricated wind tunnel to test the aerodynamics of scaled models and calculate their drag. Considering aerodynamics in vehicle design is crucial today, as it enhances efficiency and reduces fuel consumption. This hand fabricated wind tunnel simplifies aerodynamic testing and drag calculation for scaled models, thereby streamlining the design and production process.

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Published

2025-02-03

How to Cite

Malagatte, N. (2025). DESIGN & FLOW ANALYSIS OF SUBSONIC WIND TUNNEL . Erudite Journal of Engineering, Technology and Management Sciences, 5(1). Retrieved from https://www.ejetms.com/index.php/ejetms/article/view/69