Wind flow visualization around above water structure of a ship in wind tunnel (Gallery, Marine Dynamics Research Group)

Measurement of wind loads Forces and moment due to wind acting above water structure are measured. Turn table on which the model is can be turned to change angle of attach to wind. Load sensor is located under the turning table.

Visualization using smoke wire method Smoke generated by hot wire visualize wind flow around the model.

Painted oil method #1 Pattern of oil painted around the model and on the tuning table make it possible to visualize wind flow.

Painted oil method #2 Oil pattern depends on angle of attack to wind.

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