Sentences with phrase «plasma flow control»
Plasma flow control is still in an early research and development stage but shows potential for use in ultra-performance cars.
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Roy has been working with the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright - Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, since 2001 to study how plasma could be used to control the flow of air — pushing air in different directions — and thereby the vehicle's movements.
And compare the way certain Doom weapons (particularly the plasma rifle's freeze - shot) are designed to control the flow of incoming threat beyond the immediately accessible area.
The engine features innovative plasma - sprayed bores replacing cast iron liners for reduced friction, lighter weight, enhanced cooling, power output and fuel efficiency; a symmetrical independent intake and exhaust manifold system featuring twin high - performance IHI turbochargers; a secondary air management system for improved cold - start emissions performance; a thermostatically controlled oil - cooling system; an oil scavenger pump to maintain oil flowing to the turbochargers; and a lateral wet and dry sump oiling system.