The role of AVDR in linear cascade testing

Linear cascade testing plays an important role in the research and development of turbomachinery and is widely used over the world.The ideal cascade model of a turbomachinery blade row is two-dimensional.In actual linear cascade testing, the flow through the test section converges due to the development of the boundary layer and secondary flow along the sidewall surfaces of the test section.Axial velocity density ratio(AVDR) is adopted to account for the deviation of the tested cascade flow from the ideal 2D model.Among numerous published cascade works, the influence of AVDR on cascade performance is seen to be complicated with many affecting factors, such as those related to cascade/blade geometry and flow conditions.Also, controlling AVDR is limited by the facility capability.Furthermore, real blade-to-blade flow in turbomachines is usually associated with AVDR greater than unity due to limited span of blades between the hub and shroud such that cascade testing without reducing AVDR could be favored sometimes.All these facets add complexity and diversification to the matter.The current paper reviews previous studies and results on AVDR.Consolidated understanding on the role of AVDR and recommendations on how to deal with it in linear cascade testing are provided.      

Cosmic ray studies at Moussala – Past,present and future

We review the main activities carried out at Moussala peak (2925 m above sea level, 42°11′N, 23°35′E) station in Bulgaria, connected with cosmic ray investigations during the last five decades. Several important results obtained at the station are reported. The detector design and corresponding methodological studies of the presently operational devices are shown as well, precisely the Cherenkov light telescope, lead free neutron monitor and muon telescope. The scientific potential of the existing complex is discussed.     

A sample collector for robotic sample return missions III: Impact survivability studies

Laboratory impact tests have been performed on experimental versions of a proposed robotic sample collector for extraterrestrial samples. The collector consists of a retractable aluminum ring containing an impregnable silicone compound that is pressed into the surface of the body to be sampled. As part of a comprehensive program to evaluate this idea, we have performed tests to determine if the samples embedded in the collector medium can survive the impact forces experienced during direct reentry, such as that of the recent Genesis sample return mission. For the present study, samples of sand, rock, glass, and chalk were subjected to decelerations of 1440–2880 g using drop tests. We found that even the most fragile samples, chosen to be representative of a wide range of the types of materials found on the surface of asteroids that have currently been studied, can withstand impacts of the intensity experienced by a sample return capsule during direct reentry.     

缩扩孔对孔板气膜冷却效果的数值研究

从加强气膜孔内的换热量和孔板热侧的气膜覆盖两个角度来提高气膜孔壁的冷却效果,通过对气膜孔孔型的改进,提出了缩扩型气膜孔型结构,数值计算结果表明收缩进气可以强化孔内的对流换热;而扩张出气则可以使冷气出口的速度降低,气膜覆盖面更广,提高气膜的覆盖效果.与扩张孔相比,所提出的缩扩型孔在较低的吹风比下有利于改善冷却效果,而在大吹风比下则对冷却不利;然而与普通圆柱型孔相比,缩扩型孔在任何吹风比下均能改善冷却效果.      

Extraterrestrial environmental impact assessments – A foreseeable prerequisite for wise decisions regarding outer space exploration,research and development

Although existing international instruments such as the Outer Space Treaty and Moon Agreement generally express sentiments for minimizing missions' extraterrestrial environmental impacts, they tend to be limited in scope, vague and generally unenforceable. There is no formal structure for assessing how and to what extent we affect those environments, no opportunity for public participation, no uniform protocol for documenting and registering the effects of our actions and no requirement to mitigate adverse impacts or take them into consideration in the decision-making process. Except for precautions limiting forward biological contamination and issues related to Earth satellites, environmental impact analysis, when done at all, remains focused on how missions affect the Earth and near-Earth environments, not how our actions affect the Moon, Mars, Europa, comets and other potential destinations. Extraterrestrial environmental impacts are potentially counterproductive to future space exploration, exploitation and scientific investigations. Clear, consistent and effective international protocols guiding a process for assessing such impacts are warranted. While instruments such as the US National Environmental Policy Act provide legally tested and efficient regulatory models that can guide impact assessment here on Earth, statutory legal frameworks may not work as well in the international environment of outer space. A proposal for industry-driven standards and an environmental code of conduct based, in part, on best management practices are offered for consideration.     

新型航空航天飞行器概念研究的方法

 本文概述了新型航空航天飞行器概念研究的目的、内容和方法。并介绍了适用于概念研究的系统分析程序,其中着重介绍程序接口和分析程序的发展情况,此外还对新型航空航天飞行器概念研究的主要结果作了简要的评述。     

关于外语专业数学教学的调查实践与思考

从当前高等教育研究中的学科交叉、文理渗透这一背景出发，介绍了对国内部分院校外语类专业数学教学情况的调查分析与作者在这方面的教学实践。针对人文专业数学教学的特点，就如何有效、合理地开展教学进行了思考。     

电类基础课理论教学与实验改革的研究与实现

采用传统方法与仿真相结合,改革从理论教学到实验教材、实验条件、实验内容以及实验教学模式,开放实验室,用综合性的手段来调动学生的学习主动性和积极性,其效果丰富了教与学的内涵,促进了学生综合素质的培养。     

Analog environments for a Europa lander mission

This paper reviews the utility of analog environments in preparations for a Europa lander mission. Such analogs are useful in the demonstration and rehearsal of engineering functions such as sample acquisition from an icy surface, as well as in the exercise of the scientific protocols needed to identify organic, inorganic and possible biological impurities in ice. Particular attention is drawn to Antarctic and Arctic analog sites where progress in these latter areas has been significant in recent years.     

中国与欧美低成本航空公司成本结构比较研究

通过比较欧美取得巨大成功、具有代表性的低成本航空公司与中国航空公司成本结构之间的差别．认为中国航空公司成本结构仍存在下降空间。通过比较研究找出中国航空公司成本控制中的弱点，进而分析其原因，并提出若干关于中国航空公司成本控制的建议。