BITS Pilani to build wind tunnel for aerospace research
By MYBRANDBOOK
BITS Pilani is starting a ground-breaking effort to build a cutting-edge wind tunnel facility in Hyderabad. This facility can simulate wind speeds of up to 220 kmph and will enable comprehensive research on drones and autonomous flying vehicles.
The project is expected to be completed by next year.
The wind tunnel would also have the capability of testing the aerodynamic effects on a diverse range of subjects including full-scale drones, automobiles, parachutes, and electric vehicle battery management systems.
“Drones and UAVs hold immense potential across various sectors, including commercial, defense, and recreation. Leading educational institutions have already seen successful drone startups emerge and the Wind Tunnel will play a pivotal role in establishing BITS Pilani as a hub for deep-tech entrepreneurship,” said Prof. G. Sundar, Director of Hyderabad Campus, and Off-Campus Programs & Industry Engagement at BITS Pilani.
The project is being backed by Goutham Kurra, an entrepreneur and alumnus of BITS Pilani. According to him, it will inspire students and companies to pursue cutting-edge research and innovation.
The wind tunnel facility will feature two distinct test sections: an expansive 5m x 5m area designed for a full-scale assessment of quadcopters and automobile cooling systems, and a more compact 2m x 2m test section capable of simulating winds at speeds of up to 220 kmph.
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