National Wind Tunnel Facility

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

Kanpur 208016, INDIA

Tel : +91-512-2597293 / 2597159

Fax : +91-512-2597843 / 2590134
Email : kamal@iitk.ac.in, rajeev@iitk.ac.in
NWTF
Date: July 25, 2006
ADE/Aerofoil/NWTF/IITK/2006-1
Director
Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE)
Government of India, Ministry of Defence (DRDO)
CV Raman Nagar
BANGALORE 560 093

Kind Attention: Mr. A. Lurdharaj, Sc F, Head Aerodynamics Division

Reference: Your fax No. ADE /11010 /Aero, dated: July 10, 2006

Sub: Wind Tunnel study regarding ADE Aerofoils GAW (1) and LS-E3

Dear Sir:

This has a reference to your fax mentioned above and minutes of the meeting held on July 07,
2006, regarding wind tunnel testing and design requirements for the Aerofoil models [GAW (1)
and LS-E3] related to ADE project. We shall be glad to undertake the project at NWTF, IIT
Kanpur.

A copy of the project proposal (containing a cost estimate and other details) is enclosed herewith
for you kind information, as desired.

Looking forward to our early response,

With warm regards,

Yours sincerely,
Encl: As above

(Dr. K. Poddar)
Head
 Annexure I

1. Test Plan
The wind tunnel tests on aerofoil models would be carried out to study the effect of
following parameters on aerodynamic characteristics (through pressure distribution and flow
visualization studies) of the Aerofoils [GAW (1) and LS-E3] for ADE project.

1. Reynolds No. range : 1.0 x 106 to 3.0 x106 (total 04 Re)

2. (Pitch) range : -6 to 24 in the step of 2
3. Type of measurement : Pressure Measurements and wake survey
4. Test configurations : With Trip Wire and without Trip wire
5. Model specifications : Chord 0.7m for both Aerofoils [GAW(1) & LS-E3]
6. Number of models : Two Aerofoil models with GAW(1) and LS-E3 contours
7. Flow visualisation : Using Tufts method

Tests would also be carried out for limited configurations to study the flow field structure
using 3D PIV measurements. Proposal for the same would be submitted later if desired
(not included in the present scope of work).

2. Project Cost Break-up

(A) Model Design, Manpower and travel etc.

Sl. Service Amount

(Rs)

1. Design of aerofoil models [GAW (1) and LS-03] along

with their Interface to the wind tunnel, Consumables, and 2,00,000
Contingency
2. Manpower 1,00,000

3. Travel 1,00,000

4. Data Analysis and Report 1,00,000

5. Institute overhead @ 20% on items 1 to 4 1,00,000

6. Total 6,00,000
(Rupees Six lakh only)

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 (B) Wind Tunnel Tests

The wind tunnel tests would be charged on actual basis, based on the current wind tunnel
testing charges. The estimated cost for the wind tunnel testing as per the test requirements
of ADE is Rs. 10.00 lakhs.

It is recommended that flow measurements for selected configurations may also be carried
out to get a better insight of the flow phenomenon around the model using 3D PIV
technique. The charges for flow visualisation would be made as per actual wind tunnel
utilisation and the current rates. However, it is estimated the flow measurements using 3D
PIV technique for selected configurations would cost about Rs. 5.00 lakh. Proposal for the
same would be submitted later, if desired.

3. Proposed Scope of Work and testing methodology

1. The test requirements on ADE aerofoil models have been discussed during the meeting
held at NWTF on July 7, 2006. It is understood that the test requirements (pressure
measurements) for different Reynolds Number (Re) range required is 1.0 to 3.0 million,
angle of attack between -6 to 24 for the wind speed range from 25m/s to 65 m/s. In all
two models would be tested with two different model configurations namely tripped and
un-tripped case.

2. The aerofoil surface flow visualization studies would be carried out using Tufts technique.

3. Based on the test requirement the model size has been calculated and it is proposed that
chord length of 700 mm may be chosen which would have a blockage of about 8%.
Necessary blockage correction would be applied to the experimental data based on existing
theories.

4. NWTF would design the models and provide a set of 2D model fabrication drawings in
AutoCAD.

5. In addition to the flow visualization and pressure measurements on the GAW (1) and ADE-
LS-E3 aerofoils, 3D PIV measurement is also proposed to be carried out to study the flow
field structure. Detailed flow field information would help understanding the aerofoil
characteristics thus leading to optimization of the aerofoil design. Proposal for 3D PIV
measurements would be submitted later if desired. It is not included in the present scope of
work.

4. Project Reviews, Deliverables and Fund Release

Reviews / Meetings:
A minimum of two meetings may be necessary, between ADE and NWTF personnel, for
smooth execution of the project.
The purpose of first meeting is to establish a basic outline of the test plan/ schedule and
provide necessary information regarding model fabrication to the NWTF. This meeting, either
in person or by telephone (verbal or facsimile), needs to take place early to expedite planning.

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During the second and subsequent meetings, ADE needs to have a plan-of-test ready to
finalize model installation, data reduction constants, software requirements, and run schedule.
Any additional meetings to clarify the wind tunnel schedule or model installation may be
called by either ADE or NWTF personnel.

Deliverable Product:

At the time of completion of the project ADE would receive the reduced data on a CD-ROM.
Hard copy as well as the soft of project report containing the tabulated results and plots
generated along the reference axis of choice. The visual data recorded during the test will also
be provided.

Fund Release:

The payment shall be made to IIT Kanpur through demand draft drawn in favour of the
Registrar IIT Kanpur, payable at IIT Kanpur, as per the following break up:

i. A sum of Rupees Eight lakh only (50% of the estimated amount) quoted towards model
design, manpower and wind tunnel testing should be paid along with the issue of work
order.

ii. Final bill shall be raised at the time of completion of wind tunnel tests, transfer of test
data and submission of project report. The remaining amount needs to be paid against
NWTF invoice.

iii. Further it may be noted that, All IITs are exempted from income tax deduction at
source under section 10(23C) as the payments are made to IIT and not to an individual,
therefore no deduction towards income tax should be made. Hence it is requested that
payment may be released as per the terms mentioned in our project proposal.

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