Aerodynamic Flow Separation Control Using Active Flow Devices

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Year : 2025 [if 2224 equals=””]26/09/2025 at 12:17 PM[/if 2224] | [if 1553 equals=””] Volume : 15 [else] Volume : 15[/if 1553] | [if 424 equals=”Regular Issue”]Issue : [/if 424][if 424 equals=”Special Issue”]Special Issue[/if 424] [if 424 equals=”Conference”][/if 424] 03 | Page : 1 7

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  1. Research Professor, Department of Management & Commerce, Srinivas University, Mangalore, Karnataka, India

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nFlow separation remains a significant challenge in aerodynamic applications, often leading to increased drag, loss of lift, and reduced efficiency in air and ground vehicles. This study investigates the use of active flow control (AFC) devices to mitigate flow separation and enhance aerodynamic performance. Active methods such as synthetic jets, plasma actuators, and pulsed blowing are examined for their ability to dynamically manipulate boundary layer behavior and delay or suppress separation. The study combines computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations with experimental data to assess the effectiveness of these techniques under various flow conditions and geometries. Results indicate that properly tuned active devices can significantly improve lift-to-drag ratios, delay stall onset, and maintain flow attachment over critical surfaces. The findings underscore the potential of AFC technologies for integration into advanced aerodynamic designs, particularly in aerospace and automotive engineering.nn

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Keywords: Active flow control (AFC), flow separation, boundary layer manipulation, synthetic jets, plasma actuators

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Volume 15
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Received 06/08/2025
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