OH PLIF visualization of the UVa supersonic combustion experiment: Configuration A

Craig T. Johansen, Colin D. McRae*, Paul M. Danehy, Emanuela C.A. Gallo, Luca M.L. Cantu, Gaetano Magnotti, Andrew D. Cutler, Robert D. Rockwell, Chris P. Goyne, James C. McDaniel

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Abstract

Hydroxyl radical (OH) planar laser-induced fluorescence (PLIF) visualizations were performed in the University of Virginia supersonic combustion experiment. The test section was set up in configuration A, which includes a Mach 2 nozzle, combustor, and extender section. Hydrogen fuel was injected through an unswept compression ramp at two different equivalence ratios. Through the translation of the optical system and the use of two separate camera views, the entire optically accessible range of the combustor was imaged. Single-shot, average, and standard deviation images of the OH PLIF signal are presented at several streamwise locations. The results show the development of a highly turbulent flame structure and provide an experimental database to be used for numerical model assessment.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)131-141
Number of pages11
JournalJournal of Visualization
Volume17
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - May 2014
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Flow visualization
  • Planar laser-induced fluorescence
  • Supersonic combustion

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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