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Aeroprobe measurement solutions
Aeroprobe's portfolio is divided into two main product groups: Flight Systems for onboard air data measurement and Measurement Solutions for aerodynamic testing and research.
Flight Systems
Compact air data instrumentation for UAVs, aircraft and autonomous platforms
Accurate air data is important for flight control, aircraft development and flight testing. Aeroprobe Flight Systems combine aerodynamic probes with compact Micro Air Data Computers to measure and process flight parameters in real time.
These systems are designed for applications where size, weight, power consumption and measurement performance must be carefully balanced.
Depending on the selected configuration, Aeroprobe Flight Systems provide measurements of:
- Airspeed and barometric altitude
- Angle of attack and sideslip angle
- Total and static pressure
- Air temperature
- Attitude, heading and inertial navigation parameters with compatible systems
Measurement Solutions
Precision flow measurement for aerodynamic research and testing
Aeroprobe Measurement Solutions help engineers characterize complex airflow conditions in wind tunnels, turbomachinery, automotive development and other experimental environments.
Using calibrated multi-hole probes and specialized instrumentation, engineers can determine flow velocity, flow direction and pressure characteristics at selected measurement points.
The portfolio includes conventional and fast-response multi-hole probes, omnidirectional probes, Kiel probes, measurement rakes and dedicated instrumentation for boundary-layer measurements.
Aeroprobe also provides aerodynamic calibration services and AeroFlow software for processing and visualizing measurement data.
Applications for Aeroprobe measurement systems
UAV and aircraft flight testing
Measure airspeed, angle of attack, sideslip and altitude during aircraft development and flight testing. Compact air data systems provide flight parameters for research, monitoring and integration with compatible flight control systems.
Wind tunnel testing
Measure airflow velocity, direction and pressure distributions around aerodynamic models. Multi-hole probes and measurement rakes support detailed flow characterization and validation of aerodynamic designs.
Automotive aerodynamics
Investigate airflow around vehicles, wheels and aerodynamic components. Specialized probes help characterize wakes, flow direction and pressure conditions during vehicle development and wind tunnel testing.
Turbomachinery and engine development
Analyse flow conditions in compressors, turbines and other rotating machinery. Conventional and fast-response probes support measurements of pressure, flow angles and unsteady aerodynamic behaviour.
Energy and industrial flow research
Characterize airflow in energy-related equipment, ducts and experimental installations. Application-specific probe geometries and calibration help engineers investigate complex flow conditions.
Why choose Aeroprobe?
- Multidimensional flow measurement: Measure flow velocity and direction using calibrated multi-hole probe technology, including solutions for complex three-dimensional flow fields.
- Instrumentation for demanding environments: Select from specialized probe designs for applications involving high temperatures, unsteady flows, restricted installation space or challenging aerodynamic conditions.
- Detailed aerodynamic calibration: Aeroprobe's dedicated calibration facilities provide calibration data matched to the selected probe and measurement requirements.
- From measurement to analysis: Combine probes, electronic instrumentation, calibration and software to obtain useful aerodynamic data.
- Application-specific solutions: Different probe geometries, measurement configurations and customized instrumentation are available for specialized research and testing requirements.
Aeroprobe in practice
See how Aeroprobe measurement technology is used in real-world engineering projects
Aeroprobe solutions from Althen Sensors & Controls
Selecting the right aerodynamic measurement system requires careful consideration of the flow conditions, measurement parameters and installation requirements.
Factors such as flow velocity, incidence angle, temperature, frequency response, probe geometry and data processing can influence the choice of instrumentation.
Althen Sensors & Controls helps you evaluate these requirements and identify a suitable Aeroprobe solution. We support customers looking for individual measurement probes as well as integrated instrumentation for research, development and testing.
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Looking for the right air data system or flow measurement probe? Share your application and measurement requirements. Our specialists will help you find a suitable Aeroprobe solution.
Frequently asked questions
about Aeroprobe
What is an Aeroprobe multi-hole probe?
A multi-hole probe uses several pressure openings to determine airflow velocity and direction. The measured pressure differences are evaluated using aerodynamic calibration data. Depending on the configuration, multi-hole probes can measure two-dimensional or three-dimensional flow conditions.
What does an Aeroprobe Micro Air Data System measure?
Depending on its configuration, a Micro Air Data System measures or calculates airspeed, angle of attack, sideslip, pressure and altitude. Selected models also provide attitude and navigation information.
Which Aeroprobe probes are suitable for wind tunnel testing?
The selection depends on the measurement objective. Conventional multi-hole probes are suitable for many steady-flow measurements. Fast-response probes are designed for unsteady flows, while measurement rakes allow measurements at multiple positions. Omniprobes and Kiel probes address specific flow-angle and pressure measurement requirements.
Can Aeroprobe probes be customized?
Aeroprobe offers different probe geometries and application-specific measurement solutions. Customization possibilities depend on the required measurement range, probe dimensions, temperature conditions, mounting arrangement and calibration requirements.
Why is aerodynamic calibration important?
Aerodynamic calibration establishes how pressure measurements correspond to actual flow velocity and direction. A suitable calibration is necessary to obtain reliable results across the intended operating range.