Faculty Advisor
Johari, Hamid
Abstract
This project developed a system capable of measuring the drag force and acceleration present during the opening and steady state phases of small-scale model parachutes in a horizontal water tunnel. Aerodynamics, fluid mechanic, material, and structural analyses and investigations of corresponding research were utilized in the development of the system. The system may be utilized in continuing the investigations on scaling relationships and opening characteristics between small-scale and full-scale parachute canopies.
Publisher
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Date Accepted
January 2003
Major
Mechanical Engineering
Project Type
Major Qualifying Project
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Advisor Department
Mechanical Engineering
Advisor Program
Mechanical Engineering