Experimental analysis data on the transonic flow past a plane turbine cascade

Abstract

The paper presents results from aerodynamic tests on a transonic rotor turbine profile cascade, including interferograms of the flow field and aerodynamic data measured downstream from the cascade. The dimensions and aerodynamic data on the cascade are given in detail. Analysis following the experimental data collection was aimed at investigating the sensitivity of transonic flow in the vicinity of the throat and related conditions leading to the compression effect. Further, the development of the flow structure and the cascade parameters over a wide range of exit Mach numbers, as well as incidence angles are shown. The experimental data are compared with results of calculations based on mathematical models.