Abstract
A propagating-arc magnetohydrodynamic plasma actuator for aerodynamic flow control is reported. The actuator comprises two rail electrodes flush mounted on an aerodynamic surface. A pulsed arc is propelled down the length of the rails by Lorentz forces supported by a self-induced magnetic field. The arc induces a high velocity pulsed air wall jet due to the pushing and entrainment actions. Experiments in quiescent air demonstrate that the plasma arc achieves a peak velocity of around 100 m s−1 and requires a discharge energy on the order of 300 J per pulse. Wind tunnel tests on a 14.5 inch chord airfoil section, at a Reynolds number of 0.45 million show induced flow velocities on the order of 10's m s−1 with significant penetration of the flow actuation effect perpendicular to the wall surface.
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