The IAR 2m x 3m Low-speed Wind Tunnel: Its Development and Contribution to Aeronautics in Canada

摘要

This paper provides an historical overview of the developments associated with the IAR 2m x 3m Low Speed Wind Tunnel and demonstrates how these developments Have been linked to the demands of the aeronautics Community since 1940. The community includes those Conducting research programs, and commercial clients in The aviation, automotive and civil engineering sectors. Due To the cyclic nature of the aerospace industry, work Conducted for the non-aviation sectors has provided a more Constant level of activity and in some years this work has Dominated activity in the facility.