Air flow around an aircraft
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Air flow around an aircraft
Air flow around a hovering plane. Supercomputer simulation of the air flow around a hovering Harrier fighter plane. The Harrier has moveable jet exhaust nozzles, which allow it to alter the direction of its thrust. During hovering flight, the nozzles are directed downwards. The air flow this causes is very important, as hot air rebounding off the ground may be taken up by the engines, which could cause the aircraft to crash. Models such as this allow the air flow to be studied so that pilots and designers can see what situations must be avoided
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Aerodynamic Aerodynamics Aeroplane Air Craft Air Flow Air Plane Dynamics Effect Fighter Flowing Fluid Ground Hovering Interacting Interaction Modelling Plane Simulating Simulation Super Computer Transport Transportation Turbulence Turbulent Harrier Physical
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This print showcases a supercomputer simulation of the intricate air flow around a hovering Harrier fighter plane. The Harrier, renowned for its moveable jet exhaust nozzles, possesses the unique ability to manipulate the direction of its thrust. During hovering flight, these nozzles are skillfully directed downwards to maintain stability and control. Understanding the significance of this airflow is crucial as any hot air rebounding off the ground could potentially be drawn into the engines, posing a grave risk to the aircraft's safety. Models like this one allow experts in aviation to meticulously study and analyze various scenarios that must be avoided by both pilots and designers alike. By simulating and visualizing different interactions between turbulent fluids and aerodynamic structures, they gain invaluable insights into how best to optimize aircraft performance while ensuring utmost safety. The cutting-edge technology employed in this simulation enables us to witness firsthand how air currents dynamically interact with every contour of the hovering plane. This mesmerizing image serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of understanding complex physical phenomena through advanced computational modeling. Courtesy of Science Photo Library, this remarkable photograph not only captures our imagination but also reminds us of the ceaseless efforts undertaken by scientists and engineers in advancing aerospace technology for safer and more efficient transportation systems worldwide.
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