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Analysis of a Vehicle: Wind Tunnel Testing and CFD Validation
Objective
- Determine the aerodynamic drag and lift forces on a 1:18 scale vehicle model through wind tunnel testing.
- Validate experimental results against CFD simulations and manufacturer data.
Key Activities
- Model Preparation
- Wind Tunnel Testing
- CFD Setup & Simulation
- Data Reduction & Analysis
- Flow Visualization & Error Analysis
Skills & Tools
- Test Design & Data Acquisition
- Sensor Calibration & Instrumentation
- Data Analysis & Numerical Methods
- CFD Modeling & Simulation (OpenFOAM)
- Uncertainty Assessment