Crosswind Simulation Facility (SWG)
The Crosswind Simulation Facility (SWG) of the DLR Göttingen is a closed-circuit low-speed wind tunnel with a maximum flow velocity of 65 m/s.
Key technical parameters |
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Test section |
2.4 m x 1.6 m x 9 m (W x H x L) |
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Fan power |
0.5 MW |
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Contraction |
3.14 |
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Stat. pressure |
atmospheric |
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Dyn. pressure |
(max) |
2550 Pa |
Mach -no. |
(max at 293.15 K) |
0.189 |
Reynolds -no. |
(max at 293.15 K, lref = 1 m) |
4.26 x 106 |
The test section is subdivided into four different segments with optical access from both sides enabling the application of optical measurement techniques. The second segment is equipped with a splitter plate installed on a turntable for investigations of cross wind effects on ground-vehicle aerodynamics.
Please fill out the following "Request for use of the crosswind simulation test facility". Leave fields blank which you cannot answer. Fields with bold print must be filled out. If you have any questions, you may contact the facility coordinator Annika Köhne (phone: +49(0)551 709-2464).
Contact:
Dr. Uwe Fey
German Aerospace Center (DLR)
Institute of Aerodynamics and Flow Technology, Department Ground Vehicles
Göttingen
Phone: +49 551 709-2490