4-Foot Supersonic Unitary Plan Wind Tunnel
The Unitary Plan Wind Tunnel (UPWT) is equipped with asymmetric sliding-block-type nozzles for varying the ratio of nozzle throat to test section, thus providing continuous variation in Mach number.
Focus Areas and Capabilities
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Characteristics
The UPWT boasts a robust set of measurement tools and testing techniques for an enhanced understanding of complex fluid dynamics, as well as applied aero-dynamics research.
Quick Facts
The UPWT has advanced testing capabilities, with an upgraded control system that integrates unique testing options to reduce cycle times.
Data Acquisition
The existing data measurement processes provide credible methods of quantifying data quality through statistical quality control.
Supersonic UPWT 4-Foot Gallery
Contact Information
4-Foot Supersonic Unitary Plan Wind Tunnel
Facility Manager: Vic Tumwa
(757) 864-9551
NASA Langley Research Center
Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 864-1000
AETC Supersonic Facilities
NASA operates four Supersonic Facilities. The 10- by 10-Foot Supersonic Wind Tunnel, the 9- by 7-Foot Supersonic Wind Tunnel, the 8- by 6-Foot Supersonic Wind Tunnel and the 4-Foot Supersonic Unitary Plan Wind Tunnel.
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AETC Ground Facilities
AETC sets the strategic direction for NASA’s versatile and comprehensive portfolio of ground test aeronautics research capabilities.
Among these assets are subsonic, transonic, supersonic, and hypersonic wind tunnels and propulsion test facilities at Ames Research Center, Glenn Research Center, and Langley Research Center.
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