Model Attitude Measurement

Measurement technique

Different equipments are used in models to measure the model attitude (angle of attack) in the wind tunnel.

• Gravity sensitive devices
• Encoders (specific).

Available hardware at Onera

• Onera self made inclinometers
  • Range ± 20°
  • Accuracy +/-0.01°
  • Dimensions :40*40*40mm

• Qflex
  • Range ± 180°
  • Accuracy +/-0.01°
  • Roll movement acceptable
  • Dimensions : diameter 38mm - length 27mm

Remark: Qflex is more sensitive to vibration effects

• Optical encoders: on request

Qflex-sensor

Inclinometer (ONERA self made)