Characterization of Zero-Net Mass-Flux Actuator
Sponsored by Interdisciplinary Microsystems Group
Last Modified: Feb 18th 2008
ZNMF Actuator
Actuator displacement before and after feedback control
Investigators
Student Research Assistants
Description
Objectives
- Develop closed-loop control system for ZNMF actuator to remove harmonic distortion from oscillations
- Measure the normalized circulation of the actuator for various dimensionless parameters
- Expand the experimental parameter space for ZNMF actuator
Goals
- Provide a controlled method for standardizing ZNMF actuator measurements
- Increase the technical understanding of optimizing synthetic jets for specific applications
