A Technique for Measurement of Static and Dynamic Longitudinal Aerodynamic Derivatives Using the DSTO Water Tunnel

Abstract

The DSTO water tunnel's balance and rotary support mechanism provides a measurement capability for longitudinal dynamic derivatives. This report documents the underlying theory and computational implementation of a technique which uses the water tunnel for determination of normal force and pitching moment coe cient derivatives with respect to angle of attack, non-dimensional pitch rate and angle of attack rate.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 2011
Accession Number
ADA561410

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  • Daniel M. Newman

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  • Defence Science and Technology Group

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  • Air Platforms
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

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  • Accuracy
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  • Computations
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  • Dynamic Loads
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  • Fluid Dynamics
  • Frequency
  • Geometry
  • Mechanics
  • Reynolds Number
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  • Static Pressure
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