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Water Channel
The circulating water channel is used for flow visualization, measurement of force and pressure distribution on submerged bodies, and propeller thrust and torque measurement. The test section has a free surface, and pressure can be varied from +6 psi to -12 psi. This allows demonstration of cavitation effects on propellers and hydrofoil sections.
Test Section = 16 in x 16 in x 5 ft
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| Water Channel. | Cavitation |
- DESCRIPTION OF FACILITY:
- vertical plane, free surface or closed operation
- TYPE OF DRIVE SYSTEM:
- 4-bladed axial flow impeller
- TOTAL MOTOR POWER:
- 56 kw (75 HP), 1750 rpm
- DIMENSIONS OF WORKING SECTION:
- 0.4m x 0.4m x 1.54 m
- INSTRUMENTATION:
- propeller dynamometer, measures torque, thrust and RPM, variable reluctance mounted in pod
- TESTS PERFORMED:
- flow visualization, force and pressure distribution on submerged bodies, propeller thrust and torque measurements