Visual Study on Vortex Developments Over Airfoils After Impulsive Start

Editor(s)

Reed, X. B., Jr. and Patterson, G. K. (Gary Kent), 1939- and Zakin, J. L.

Abstract

An experimental system that generates and visualizes impulsive flow in air has been employed to visualize vortex structures and processes over airfoils at high angles of attack. The photographic sequences reveals the details of flow separation, subsequent vortex formation and the onset of steady-state vortex shedding. It is hoped that the results of this study serve as a reference on vortex structure and processes over bluff bodies in impulsive motion and as a useful guide for future measurements and parametric computer studies.

Meeting Name

Symposium on Turbulence

Department(s)

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Keywords and Phrases

Airfoil Oscillations; Flow Visualization; Turbulent Flow; Unsteady Aerodynamics; Vorticity; Water Tunnel Tests; Bluff Bodies; Circular Cylinders; Computerized Simulation; Separated Flow; Viscous Flow

Document Type

Article - Conference proceedings

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 1990 University of Missouri--Rolla, All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Jan 1990

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