Is it possible to model an aircraft engine together with a test chamber in Flownex and control the chamber pressure using exhaust valves to simulate different altitude conditions, similar to those used in aircraft engine test facilities? Are there any example models available that demonstrate chamber pressure and temperature control in aerospace applications?
Yes, Flownex can be used to model aerospace systems that involve chamber pressure and temperature control. Example networks are available that demonstrate the modelling of aircraft-related environmental systems and chamber conditions, which can serve as reference cases when developing engine test facility models that simulate altitude conditions through pressure control.
Relevant example networks include:
Environmental Control System – Aerospace
Aircraft Cabin Heat System
These examples illustrate how pressure and temperature conditions can be modeled and controlled within aerospace environments. They can provide useful guidance when developing a model that uses exhaust valves or similar control elements to regulate chamber pressure and reproduce varying altitude conditions in an engine test facility.
For application-specific requirements or detailed implementation support, a dedicated support case can be created to discuss the intended test facility configuration and modelling approach.