2mx2m low speed wind tunnel

Utilized including for the acquisition of aerodynamic characteristics when taking off or landing an aircraft or when in low speed flight

Department

Aviation Technology Directorate

Specifications

Type: Continuous circulation type

Test section measurement: 2 m × 2 m square cross section, length of 4m
Blower power: 250 kW

Low-speed wind tunnel performance: Regular use in the range of 3 to 60 m/s (continuous), maximum of 67 m/s
Gust wind tunnel: Uniform flow of 3 to 30 m/s

Gust generator:
 The pitch angle of the adjustable blade cascade: 0 to ±0.15 rad, vibration frequency: 0 to 20 Hz
 Gust waveforms: sine waves, triangle waves, square waves and random waves

Robot model support system:
 6 degrees of freedom, load capacity: 1470.0 N, position accuracy] ±0.5 mm

High-pressure air source facility:
  75 kw, discharge capacity of 270 Nm3/h, air storage tank capacity of 30 m3, pressure of 30 kg/cm 2G

Year of completion

FY 1971
FY 1976 (high-pressure air supply unit)
FY 1995 (robot model support system)
FY 1998 (renew the electric motor drive facility and wind tunnel control system)

Fees

174,649 yen/day (Current as of April 1, 2024) *The usage fee above includes the general management fee. *The usage fee above does not include technical fees, consumption tax and operational fees before and after testing. These fees will be charged separately. *The usage fee is calculated each fiscal year. In addition, prices may be revised without notice midway through the fiscal year. Inquire using the form below for details.