Low-speed free jet tunnel

The low-speed free jet is a versatile wind tunnel for investigating aeroacoustic and aerodynamic phenomena. The modularly designed measuring section enables the analysis of a wide variety of test specimens in terms of their aerodynamic and acoustic properties. 

Description

Areas of application

  • Aeroacoustics: Investigation of the generation mechanisms of sound on bodies in a flow

  • Aerodynamics: Analysis of test specimens in a free jet

  • Measurement technology: Testing and optimization of acoustic and aerodynamic measurement techniques and sensors

  • Method development: Development and validation of numerical simulation models and measurement methods (e.g. CAA)

Technical setup and operation

  • Smart Blades Project: Focus on aeroacoustic measurements on a scaled wing profile with flap

  • Sound investigations: Analysis of global sound emissions and mechanisms at the flap trailing edge

  • Automation: Testing of robot-assisted measurement techniques to increase the efficiency of aerodynamic investigations

  • Algorithms: Optimization of beamforming algorithms for higher resolution and faster processing

Measurement technology

  • Microphone measurement technology: Measurement of sound pressures

  • Acoustic camera: Localization of sound sources

  • Pressure measurement technology: Stationary and transient sensors for flow analysis

  • Flow sensor technology: CTA/CCA probes for measuring velocity vectors and turbulence

Specifications

Maximal Reynolds-Number Remax 0,4x105 bei d=300 mm
Large, useable core flow of the open jet Acore 9.600 cm2
Modular measurement section (variable implementation of test objects)
Option of a completely automatic robot-supported aerodynamic measurement