Wind Tunnel

Low Speed Wind Tunnel

Low Speed Wind Tunnel is one of the most advanced wind tunnels in the region. LSWT is a closed-circuit type with a rectangular Test section. The LSWT is constructed to meet the high demand of Testing from aircraft development sectors and research. It is also widely used for investigations of aerodynamic characteristics of flight vehicles and their elements using special equipment & instruments.

LSWT Specification

Main SpecificationDescription
Test section Dimensions1.5 (1.5 m W× 1 m H).
Turbulence IntensityLess than 0.07%.
Air Speed80 m/s
Test SectionTwo Interchangeable test sections equipped
• Quadrant model positioning system
• Gantry model positioning system
Open test section
Force & MomentInternal Balances
External Balances
Component Balance
Sting and strut Mounts
Pressure MeasurementModel surface (measure and recording of 64 pressure channel data with high accuracy)
Flow filed
Flow DiagnosticsOff Body
• Wool Tuft
• Smoke
• Laser Sheet
On Body
• Oil Film
• Helium bubble
Special CapabilitiesParticle image Velocimetry (PIV)
Variety of accurate Balances with different loads and Limitations.
High Model Angle Ranges(pitch +30o yaw 180o)
Half Model Testing
Strut & Tare Interference
Ground Effect Test