The installation and performance evaluation of a small supersonic wind tunnel system

Abstract

This report describes the procedure utilized in the assembly and evaluation of a small intermittent blowdown supersonic wind tunnel. The tunnel proper was fully constructed and nozzle blocks for attainment of a Mach number of 1.5 or 2.37 in the 1/2" by 1.718" test section were available. The basic schlieren system was purchased complete. An attempt was made to use or convert readily available materials for all components.