Design and Testing of a Dual-mode Scramjet for Optical Measurement Techniques

The following research paper presents an up to date status of the design and testing of a Dual-Mode Scramjet model which is experimentally operated at UVa’s Aerospace Research Laboratory. The demand for application of advanced optical measurement techniques has facilitated the complete re-design of all test sections. The details of the design, analysis, and capabilities of the DMSJ are the focus of the paper. Finite Element Analysis results are presented for thermal stresses of various parts which provided confidence in design modifications. Discussion of future work, in particular the application of the experimental Stereoscopic Particle Image Velocimetry (SPIV) technique, will be presented. Lastly, initial pressure and temperature measurements are reported. The successful operation of all test sections has allowed an ongoing effort to build a comprehensive experimental