The objective of phase two of a current investigation sponsored by NASA Langley Research Center is to demonstrate the measurement of aerodynamic forces/moments, including the effects of exhaust gases, in magnetic suspension and balance system (MSBS) wind tunnels. Two propulsion simulator models are being developed: a small-scale and a large-scale unit, both employing compressed, liquified carbon dioxide as propellant. The small-scale unit was designed, fabricated, and statically-tested at Physical Sciences Inc. (PSI). The large-scale simulator is currently in the preliminary design stage. The small-scale simulator design/development is presented, and the data from its static firing on a thrust stand are discussed. The analysis of this data provides important information for the design of the large-scale unit. A description of the preliminary design of the device is also presented.
Propulsion Simulator for Magnetically-Suspended Wind Tunnel Models
1991
32 pages
Report
Keine Angabe
Englisch
Test Facilities & Equipment , Combustion, Engines, & Propellants , Magnetic suspension , Propulsion system performance , Wind tunnel models , Simulators , Wind tunnel apparatus , Wind tunnel tests , Wind tunnels , Carbon dioxide , Exhaust gases , Nasa programs , Propellants , Static firing , Test stands , Thrust measurement