MINISTRY OF DEFENCE · Awarded contract
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Supply of Water Flow Demonstration and Experimentation Facility to HMS Sultan Nuclear Department

Awarded 27 Jul 2015

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Awarded27 Jul 2015
Value£73,800.00
RegionSouth East
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 11y ago3mo term
Awarded 27 July 2015Expired 31 Oct 2015

The Ministry of Defence awarded a contract to Filton Systems Engineering Limited for the design, supply, and delivery of experimental apparatus to the Nuclear Department at HMS Sultan, aimed at educating students in the fundamental principles of internal laminar and turbulent flows.

The apparatus includes an optically transparent flow channel for characterization using Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV), Laser Induced Fluorescence (LIF), Laser Doppler Anemometry (LDA), and Shadow Bubble Sizing, with 50 mm PN65 ASA 150 stainless steel flange connections, a vertically adjustable platform, and rotation capabilities.

The contract value is AUD 73,800.

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