Extending the 15in x 15in Arizona Supersonic Wind Tunnel to Transonic Conditions
Abstract
Acquire a transonic test section (TTS) for the 15-in x 15-in Arizona Polysonic Wind Tunnel (APWT). DoD HBCU/MI program funds ($600,000) have been used to purchase a transonic test section (TTS) for the 15-in x 15-in Arizona Polysonic Wind Tunnel (APWT). APWT currently operates only in the supersonic regime at Mach 1.75, 2.1, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5 and 4.0. The TTS and eventual acquisition of related hardware(subsonic nozzle, choke flaps and hydraulics) expands the AWPT envelope to transonic (Mach 0.8-1.2) and subsonic (Mach 0.3-0.8) conditions. A Mach 5 nozzle is also on order providing hypersonic capability. APWT is the largest university-operated polysonic tunnel in the U.S. and one of only four University-operated transonic tunnels at reasonable scale. This equipment will foster existing and new collaborations with University of Arizona(U Arizona) faculty in other strong units (e.g., Optical Sciences) as well as minority-serving institutions across the American Southwest in a critical area (transonic aerodynamics) with limited university testing capacity.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 13, 2023
- Accession Number
- AD1210729
Entities
People
- Jesse C. Little
Organizations
- University of Arizona