Wind Tunnel

The Monash University Wind Tunnel Facility has a broad range of aerodynamics testing capabilities. The tunnel is used for vehicle development in the areas of aerodynamic, aeroacoustic and cooling analysis in both road and racing car design. Other testing areas include airplane, UAV and micro UAV, truck, train, building, cycling, yachting and various other aerodynamic tests.

Specifications and features

450kW Wind Tunnel

• Fan: 450kW constant speed, variable pitch axial flow fan
• Speed Range: Up to 50m/s
• Working Sections: 2m x 2m, 2m x 1m
• Turntable

50kW Wind Tunnel

• Fan: 50kW variable speed
• Speed Range: Up to 30m/s
• Working Section: 1m x 1m