Aerodynamics
The wind effect everyday life and designers try to minimise the impact when constructing a new vessel, building, bridge or offshore structure. With a wind tunnel test you can predict the wind loads and pressure and thereby optimise the design regarding the wind forces.
Our services
Aerodynamic assessment of bridges
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Test of components, sections and scale models of bridges.
Aerodynamic assessment of vessels
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Wind tunnel test can ensure that the vessel meets the operational and class requirements.
Aerodynamic assessment of wind turbine wings
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Aerodynamic services related to wind energy, e.g. sitting in complex terrain or icing on blades.
Aerodynamic tests for offshore structures
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We perform wind tunnel studies for the offshore industry on numerous types of offshore structures.
Aviation aerodynamics
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Aerodynamic services related to the operation of aircrafts and planning of related facilities.
Wind loads on buildings and structures
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A good wind environment around a structure or area is central to usability and financial success.
Our facilities
Climatic wind tunnel
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Wind tunnels
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Unparalleled, interdisciplinary and certified wind power expertise, from design through end-of-life
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