A LOW-LOAD THREE-COMPONENT FORCE BALANCE FOR MEASUREMENTS IN A LOW-DENSITY WIND TUNNEL

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Abstract:

This paper describes a three-component force balance which has been developed for measurement of lift, drag, and pitching moment acting on models in a low-density, hypervelocity wind tunnel. Although designed for a particular wind tunnel, the general arrangement and the principles involved should be applicable to similar situations. The balance is of the external type operating on the nulling principle. Nulling of each component is accomplished automatically through the use of closed loop control systems. Calibration data and sample wind tunnel measurements are presented which demonstrate that the balance is suitable for the intended application.

Author(s):
Arney, Jr., George D. ; Harter, Wade T.
Author Organization(s):
ARNOLD ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT CENTER ARNOLD AFB TN
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/AD0453130
Pagination:
0030

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
AEDC-TDR-64-280
Contract/Grant Number(s):
AF 40(600)-1000
Task Number(s):
895004
Project Number(s):
VL2517
Monitor Series:
AEDC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_5_Command and Control
Modernization Areas:
Hypersonics
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*HYPERSONIC WIND TUNNELS, *MEASURING INSTRUMENTS, AERODYNAMICS, BALANCES, CALIBRATION, DRAG, FORCE(MECHANICS), LIFT, MOMENTS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Test Facilities, Equipment and Methods
Report Date:
1964 Dec 01