The role of wind tunnel testing in the development of advanced rotary-wing aircraftThe relations of wind tunnel test objectives to wind tunnel test requirements are reviewed in an assessment of the current role of wind tunnel testing in the development of advanced rotary-wing aircraft. Elements of typical development programs are examined, and a comparison of fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft programs is presented. Proposed new test facilities for fixed wing aircraft and typical aircraft program costs are discussed, along with the use of wind tunnels for tilt rotor research aircraft and the role of 40 x 80 ft wind tunnels in tilt rotor aircraft development. Some changes in current programs and methods are outlined for bringing about desired improvements.
Document ID
19740039722
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Kelly, M. W. (NASA Ames Research Center Large Scale Aerodynamics Branch, Moffett Field, Calif., United States)