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Mixing Nozzle Experiment

In this project, the multi-lobe mixing nozzle was tested inside the low-speed wind tunnel (LSWT) at Queen's University. Additive manufacturing was utilized to produce the experimental parts. The nozzle was attached to an electrical propelling fan. The fan has a rotor stage made of 11 blades followed by a stator stage made of 5 blades and 

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Nozzle and fan inside the LSWT

Shown is the fan rig inside the LSWT along with a 7 hole probe ready to take measurements.

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Propelling fan blades CAD model

The fan has a rotor stage made of 11 blades followed by a stator stage made of 5 blades.

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Propelling fan with nozzle CAD model

To make the fan appropriate for aerodynamics experiments a nacelle had to be added

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Blades surface mesh

The surface mesh for the blades and hub are shown here. Triangular elements used. 

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