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With the addition of the single belt rolling road in late 2008, the test team will offer the latest in on-track aerodynamic simulation at one of the nation’s leading subsonic wind tunnel facilities. Combined with the 10 years of experience operating the Langley Full Scale Tunnel and conducting thousands of hours of specifically racecar aerodynamic tests, the testing team is ready to provide you with a friendly and professional wind tunnel experience.

All automotive testing at the 14x22 is contracted through Old Dominion University. Inquiries should be directed to Eric Koster.
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14x22 Foot Subsonic Tunnel Specifications
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The NASA Langley 14-by 22-Foot Subsonic Tunnel (14x22) is an atmospheric, closed return tunnel with a test section 14.5 ft high, 21.75 ft wide, and 50 ft long. The walls and ceiling are removable such that a ¾ open jet configuration can be used for reduced boundary effects. With the closed test section, the maximum velocity is approximately 230 mph, 180 mph in the ¾ open jet configuration. Flow control facilitates rapid start/stop capabilities for maximum data rates. The high speed capability allows accurate simulation of a race car at track velocity allowing evaluation of flexible elements. The facility supports on-car pressure, vane anemometer measurement and smoke flow visualization.
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Stationary Ground Plane Testing

The Langley Full Scale Tunnel Test Team now offers automotive testing opportunities at NASA’s 14x22 Foot Subsonic Tunnel with open or closed test section configurations and wind velocity up to 230 mph. A six component balance and special test cart interface is used with the facility boundary layer removal system to provide a traditional automotive wind tunnel test capability.
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