Research Facilities

Aeronautical engineering is a highly specialized and dynamic discipline encompassing key areas such as aerodynamics, aircraft structures, propulsion, avionics, and aerospace materials. Advancing this domain relies heavily on strong research infrastructure. Research facilities in aeronautical engineering departments play a vital role in fostering innovation, enabling interdisciplinary collaboration, and driving technological advancements that shape the future of aviation and aerospace

Major Equipment

Sub Sonic Open Wind Tunnel:

This wind tunnel facilitates the measurement of aerodynamic forces and moments in Six degree of freedom. The aerodynamic performance of Aircraft model/ Automobile model/ Bio-inspired models of bird and insects and fluid flow visualization by smoke and tuft can be performed from 5 m/s to 50 m/s velocity range. The stability analysis of airplane, helicopter, missiles and other Bio-inspired Avian can be done.

Six component balance is used to measure the three forces i.e. lift, drag and side force and three moments pitching, rolling and yawing moments. The strain gauges are used to measure these forces and moments. The accuracy of forces is up to 0.1 N and for moment its 1Nm.It has computer measurement system and can be recorded in the system. The frequency of recording can be varied from 1 second to 10 seconds as per requirement.

Axial Flow Gas Turbine Engine Test Rig:

This setup is used for conducting gas turbine performance analysis by evaluating key operational parameters such as thrust, fuel consumption, and thermal efficiency. It enables students and researchers to study the effects of using different types of fuels on turbine behaviour, combustion characteristics, and overall efficiency. By analysing performance variations under controlled conditions, the system helps in understanding real-time turbine responses, optimizing fuel usage, and exploring alternative fuels for improved efficiency and sustainability in aerospace propulsion systems.

Vibration Testing Equipment

Aircraft Structures Laboratory comprises an excitation signal source, power amplifier, exciter, transducers, conditioning amplifiers, and an analyser or Data Acquisition System (DAS). It is used for vibration qualification tests, stress screening tests, and various aerospace-related evaluations. Data Physics vibration test equipment, including Signal Force Electrodynamic Shakers and Signal Star controllers, supports applications ranging from basic production testing to large-scale aerospace testing. The system is also employed for satellite qualification testing, meeting the specific vibration requirements essential for space missions.

Cessna Flight Simulator

This state-of-the-art simulator of the Cessna 172 aircraft provides students and researchers with hands-on experience of cockpit operations and the fundamental principles of flight. It enables learners to understand aircraft handling and control under various flight conditions, offering a realistic and immersive training environment.