The single strut in wind tunnel test

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The discussion focuses on researching the vertical single strut in wind tunnel tests, specifically evaluating support interference values using the engineering method. The singularity method is proposed as a potential approach for simulating and decomposing support effects. Challenges include asymmetry in the two-step mirror method and determining the optimal angle for the single strut to minimize interference. Additionally, the credibility of wall pressure signature methods is questioned.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of wind tunnel testing principles
  • Familiarity with the engineering method for evaluating support interference
  • Knowledge of singularity methods in fluid dynamics
  • Experience with two-step mirror measurement techniques
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  • Research the application of singularity methods in wind tunnel testing
  • Learn about optimal angle selection for minimizing strut interference
  • Investigate wall pressure signature methods and their credibility
  • Explore advanced techniques for simulating support effects in fluid dynamics
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Aerospace engineers, fluid dynamics researchers, and students involved in wind tunnel testing and aerodynamic studies will benefit from this discussion.

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I will do research on the vertical single strut. i want to ask if there is something interesting to study?
 
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What exactly do you mean by "the vertical strut"? Are you talking about a pole sticking out of the wind tunnel floor? It certainly doesn't sound very interesting. If you want to do research it might be better if you have some ideas of your own and then we can help you improve the idea or give suggestions about how to carry out the research.
 
1.i want to use the engineering method to evaluate the support interference value. i think the sigularity method may be valid, but i don't know how to simulate and decompose the support effect.
2.when i do the two step mirrior method to measure the support interference , the mirror and the main support are not symmetrical and same in configuration. how to explan it .
3. there is a preset angle of the single strut, how to choose the angle in accordance with the model to minimize the strut interference.
 
also i want to ask the wall presure signature methods. which one is more credible.
 

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