Advanced Two-Phase Investigation in an Erosion-Ablation Facility Including Flow Diagnostics.
Abstract
Theoretical and experimental research was conducted to investigate the geometrical and fluid mechanical parameters important in the acceleration of solid particles to hypersonic velocities. A combination-heated erosion-ablation facility providing flows with reservoir enthalpies up to 2000 Btu/lb was assembled and techniques for injecting well-controlled amounts of silicon dioxide particles into the nozzle flow were developed. A laser doppler velocimeter was at the nozzle exit. A digital signal processor capable of measuring particle velocities up to 8000 ft/sec was designed and assembled. Performance characteristics of the various system components are discussed. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA053809
Entities
People
- E. Mccovey
- K. D. Korkan
- S. L. Petrie
- T. S. Rice
Organizations
- Ohio State University