Short description
AeroLab is dedicated to experimental aerodynamics and external flow research. The laboratory hosts wind tunnel facilities and associated measurement systems for studying aerodynamic performance, flow separation, and flow–structure interactions around fixed and rotating bodies.
Research focus
The research activities in AeroLab focus on aerodynamic design, testing, and optimization. The laboratory supports experimental studies of external flows relevant to airfoils, propellers, drones, and other aerodynamic components.
Main research topics include:
- Aerodynamic design and optimization
- Airfoil testing and performance characterization
- Propeller aerodynamics
- Fixed-wing and rotating-wing drone studies
- Flow separation and stall behavior
- Bluff-body and external flow studies
- Lift, drag, and pressure measurements
- Experimental validation of CFD models
Key equipment or facilities
The laboratory includes wind tunnel facilities and aerodynamic measurement systems, including:
- Subsonic wind tunnel facilities
- Lift and drag measurement systems
- Pressure measurement systems
- Pitot-static and velocity measurement systems
- Flow visualization equipment
- Facilities for airfoil, propeller, drone, and external-flow testing
- Experimental setups for CFD validation and aerodynamic optimization