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Wind Tunnel Magnetic Suspension and Balance Systems With Transversely Magnetized Model CoresThis paper discusses the possibility of using vertically magnetized model cores for wind tunnel Magnetic Suspension and Balance Systems (MSBS) in an effort to resolve the traditional "roll control" problem. A theoretical framework is laid out, based on previous work related to generic technology development efforts at NASA Langley Research Center. The impact of the new roll control scheme on traditional wind tunnel MSBS configurations is addressed, and the possibility of demonstrating the new scheme with an existing electromagnet assembly is explored. The specific system considered is the ex- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), ex-NASA, 6-inch MSBS currently in the process of recommissioning at Old Dominion University. This system has a sufficiently versatile electromagnet configuration such that straightforward "conversion" to vertically magnetized cores appears possible.
Document ID
19980203610
Acquisition Source
Langley Research Center
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Britcher, Colin P.
(Old Dominion Univ. Norfolk, VA United States)
Date Acquired
August 18, 2013
Publication Date
May 1, 1998
Publication Information
Publication: Fourth International Symposium on Magnetic Suspension Technology
Subject Category
Research And Support Facilities (Air)
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NCC1-248
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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