This week marks a major milestone in our project as we transition from manufacturing to testing! After weeks of hard work, we’ve finalized our fittings and successfully secured our first top plate onto the wind tunnel test section. With the remaining plates CNC-machined, our next step is to drill the angled orifices—an exciting challenge that will follow our initial test. We’ve refined our study to focus on 30-, 45-, and 60-degree angles, a strategic adjustment based on manufacturing constraints discovered during fabrication. If time allows, we’ll also flip the 45-degree plate to gather data on forced airflow through the orifice, adding another layer of insight to our study.

Meanwhile, our ANSYS team has made significant strides, mastering the software to generate detailed simulations. These models will be crucial for comparing our experimental transducer data, ensuring accuracy and deepening our understanding of air bleeding in supersonic flow. With testing on the horizon, we’re eager to uncover new insights. Stay tuned—things are about to get exciting!