Experimental resources to study propulsion systems
Experimental benches:
- 9 engine test cells including:
- 2 high-dynamics test cells
- 2 single-cylinder opaque search engines
- 2 single-cylinder search engines with optical access
- 3 multi-cylinder engines
- 2 high-temperature and high-pressure chambers (Laminar and turbulent flame velocity)
- 2 medium- and high-temperature - high-pressure chambers (Sprays)
- Injection characterization benches
- Pressure drop and acoustic characterization benches
Measurement techniques:
- Gas analysis racks, FTIR, particle measurements (SMPS, massmo)
- Optical techniques (VIP, LDA, LIF, tomography, rapid visualization, granulometry, low- and high-rate lasers, high-speed cameras, intensified cameras...)
Computer tools:
- Matlab/Simulink
- GT Power
- Amesim
- CHEMKIN II, Cantera
- Converge CFD