The course is based on three projects. Each project is initiated by a general lecture on the topic of each project. This is followed by a group exercise where initial estimates are made and the actual test is planned. Then follows the actual wind tunnel test which is performed in small groups. Finally, a computer lab is performed where the test data is analyzed and processed.
The first project involves an investigation of a wing profile. Measurements are taken of pressure distribution, drag and lift forces. Visualization techniques are used to investigate boundary layer effects and their influence on overall wing profile performance. The second project concerns the measurement of integrated forces on a complete aircraft configuration, in this case the Swedish Air Force jet trainer Saab 105 (SK60). In the final project, the high angle of attack aerodynamics of the supersonic Saab J35 Draken is analyzed.