The simulation of a blowing snow environment in a wind tunnel

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TitleThe simulation of a blowing snow environment in a wind tunnel
Publication TypeConference Proceedings
Year of Conference1961
AuthorsGerdel, R. W.
Conference Name29th Annual Western Snow Conference
Series TitleProceedings of the 29th Annual Western Snow Conference
Date PublishedApril 1961
PublisherWestern Snow Conference
Conference LocationSpokane, Washington
KeywordsSimulation, Snow drifting, Snow storm, Wind tunnel
Abstract

A resume of research studies dealing with drifting snow is presented with emphasis on the techniques of model design with materials scaled down to simulate blowing snow for wind tunnel studies. Commercial borax was found to fit closely the design specifications. Wind velocities up to 100 knots were used. Drifting patterns were studied and compared with similar life sized structures now being used in the snow covered wind blown areas of the Greenland Ice Cap.
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