Atmospheric Entry Simulator
This view of the Atmospheric Entry Simulator shows everything except its light-gas gun, which was located behind the exhaust duct elbow and far wall. Visible from left to right are the air reservoir, test section, and exhaust duct. The test section was fitted with 12 shadowgraph stations. Note that most components are mounted on rails to allow easy access.
Credit: NASA
Image Number: A-24013
Date: July 1958
Atmospheric Entry Simulator
This view of the Atmospheric Entry Simulator shows everything except its light-gas gun, which was located behind the exhaust duct elbow and far wall. Visible from left to right are the air reservoir, test section, and exhaust duct. The test section was fitted with 12 shadowgraph stations. Note that most components are mounted on rails to allow easy access.
Credit: NASA
Image Number: A-24013
Date: July 1958