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16-Foot Transonic Tunnel

(1990-L-03752): This cut-away drawing of the rebuilt 16-Foot Transonic Tunnel shows the massive pedestals needed to support the two 30,000-horsepower motors and dual fans, as well as the plenum installed around the new slotted-wall test section. The rebuilt tunnel entered service in 1950.

 

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Image Number: 1990-L-03752

Date: Circa 1950

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Taken circa 1950