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Visually Based Characterization of the Incipient Particle Motion in Regular Substrates: From Laminar to Turbulent Conditions
Published on: February 22, 2018
Note: A high Mach number arc-driven shock tube for turbulence studies
J B Titus1, A B Alexander, J A Johnson
1Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, Florida 32310, USA. jtitus@cepast.famu.edu
The Review of Scientific Instruments
|May 3, 2013
Summary
A new high Mach arc-driven shock tube was developed to study shock waves and plasmas. The apparatus efficiently reaches desired Mach numbers with reduced energy consumption.
Area of Science:
- Plasma Physics
- Fluid Dynamics
- Shock Wave Phenomena
Background:
- Shock waves are critical in various scientific and engineering fields.
- Previous experimental setups faced limitations in stability and energy efficiency.
- Understanding shock wave behavior is essential for advancements in plasma science.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and construct a high Mach arc-driven shock tube.
- To investigate the generation of stable shock waves and plasmas.
- To evaluate the energy efficiency of the new apparatus.
Main Methods:
- Construction of a high Mach arc-driven shock tube with higher voltage capabilities.
- Utilizing advanced circuit design for energy management.
- Conducting initial measurements to validate performance parameters.
Main Results:
- The apparatus successfully generates high Mach number shock waves.
- Stable shock waves and subsequent plasmas were observed.
- The system achieved desired Mach numbers using only two-thirds of the maximum circuit energy.
Conclusions:
- The developed shock tube is an effective tool for studying shock waves and plasmas.
- The apparatus demonstrates significant energy efficiency.
- This advancement facilitates further research in plasma science and related fields.
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