Numerical Simulation of Five-Hole Probe Used for Small UAV
摘要
The multi-hole probe (MHP) is extensively employed in turbomachinery, although its application in the aviation industry is relatively limited. With the recent expansion of the aviation field, especially small unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and drones, there is now a variety of unmanned aircraft, each with its own specific features. The MHP provides a compact, easy-to-manufacture, and accurate way to measure flight angles while gathering real-time external data. This study presents a numerical simulation of a five-hole probe, which is compared with experimental data obtained from wind tunnel testing. The objective is to assess the feasibility of utilizing numerical simulation for the calibration of the five-hole probe, thereby reducing reliance on traditional wind tunnel testing methods.