Schlieren System Setup: Info & Experiences

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A user seeks guidance on setting up a schlieren system for an aerospace engineering project related to a supersonic wind tunnel. Recommendations include consulting Gary Settles' book for comprehensive information and using a Z-type setup with specific equipment like a high-power mercury lamp, condenser lens, parabolic mirrors, and a knife edge. The discussion emphasizes the importance of budget considerations when selecting equipment. Participants share insights on the necessary components and their functions in the schlieren setup. Overall, the thread provides valuable resources and practical advice for beginners in optical setups.
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hi everyone great site you guys have going...im a newbie so do excuse my stupid questions :P

Anyway...I am taking an independent study class in aerospace engineering and my friend is doing his thesis project on a supersonic wind tunnel. I am only helping out with the optical part of it and need help finding information on schlieren setups. If anyone has info regarding this topic or experience in using a schlieren setup please do let me know thanks so much! Great luck in ur studies

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Look at the book from Gary Settles it is the best book on Schlieren and very simply written.
Use a Z-type setup
You need a high power lamp (DC) mercury lamp 6amps will do fine
you need a condenser lens with a slit or round aperature.
you need two parabolic mirrors
you need a knife edge (can be razor blade)
You can project straight into a camera

Lamp (Oriel)
Optics (Newport)
Camera Any will do (image will be monochromatic)

What is your budget?
 

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