Find the Perfect Electric Motor for Your Vertical Wind Tunnel

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The discussion focuses on selecting an appropriate electric motor for a 2.00 meter diameter propeller designed to achieve a wind speed of 190 kph in an outdoor aerodynamics wind tunnel. Key considerations include the type and power of the electric motor, as well as the design of the wind tunnel, whether recirculating or linear. Additionally, the importance of understanding Reynolds numbers for optimal performance is highlighted.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of electric motor specifications and types
  • Knowledge of propeller dynamics and sizing
  • Familiarity with wind tunnel design principles
  • Basic grasp of fluid dynamics and Reynolds numbers
NEXT STEPS
  • Research suitable electric motors for high-performance applications
  • Explore propeller design and matching techniques for wind tunnels
  • Learn about wind tunnel design variations, focusing on recirculating vs. linear systems
  • Study fluid dynamics principles, specifically Reynolds number calculations
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Aerodynamics engineers, hobbyists building wind tunnels, and anyone involved in the design and optimization of wind tunnel systems.

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hello. i need to match electric motor to propeller/fan to my outdoor aeroduim wind tunnel.
my requirements goal is to get a 2.00 meter diameter propeller with 190kh wind speed .
which electric motor (type,power) would you think will properly match for this requirements ?

thank you.
 
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That's on the largish size for a livingroom windtunnel. Do you plan on a recirculating or a linear design? What Reynolds numbers do you wish to obtain?
 

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