Three Dimensional Drag Models
Model Number: AF1300J
Compare drag coefficients across five shapes with identical 50 mm frontal area.
Overview
Five drag investigation models for use with the TecQuipment AF1300 wind tunnel: a streamlined shape, a sphere, hemisphere, “dimpled” sphere, and a flat plate. All the models have a 50 mm frontal area to allow students to compare the different coefficient of drag for each shape. Includes a dummy stem for tests to cancel out the drag due to each model’s support arm.
Features
- Five drag investigation models for use with the TecQuipment AF1300 wind tunnel
- Identical 50 mm frontal area for easy comparison
- Allows comparison of the coefficient of drag for each shape
- Includes a dummy stem to cancel out drag due to the support arm
- Model shapes include a streamlined shape, sphere, hemisphere, dimpled sphere, and flat plate
Specifications
- Compatibility: TecQuipment AF1300 wind tunnel
- Number of models: 5
- Frontal area: 50 mm for each model
- Model shapes: streamlined shape, sphere, hemisphere, dimpled sphere, and flat plate
Learning Outcomes
- Comparing the coefficient of drag for different shapes
- Investigating drag using models with identical frontal area
- Using a dummy stem to cancel support arm drag effects
Items Included
- Five drag investigation models
- Streamlined shape model
- Sphere model
- Hemisphere model
- Dimpled sphere model
- Flat plate model
- Dummy stem for tests to cancel out drag due to the model support arm
Requirements
- TecQuipment AF1300 wind tunnel
- Optional two- or three-component balance (AF1300z or AF1300t) for direct readings of drag