This study reviews facility capabilities of NASA, Ames Research Center to simulate hypersonic flight with particular emphasis on arc heaters. Scaling laws are developed and compared with ARCFLO II calculations and with existing data. The calculations indicate that a 300 MW, 100 atmosphere arc heater is feasible. Recommendations for the arc heater, which will operate at voltages up to 50 kilovolts, and the associated elements needed for a test facility are included.


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    Title :

    Upgrading of NASA-Ames high-energy hypersonic facilities: A Study


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    Publication date :

    1988-02-24


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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