For the first time in Yekaterinburg: wind tunnel for skyscrapers

High-rise buildings, bridges, stadiums, and even entire residential neighborhoods will be able to undergo wind tunnel testing in the new landscaped wind tunnel. This experimental facility was built at the Krylov State Scientific Center (St. Petersburg). According to Sergey Solovyov, Candidate of Physico-Mathematical Sciences at the Krylov Scientific Research Center, it significantly surpasses its foreign counterparts in terms of technical characteristics.

Experts believe that when constructing unique facilities of increased complexity (complexes of high-rise buildings, large-span bridges, large-scale sports facilities, etc.), it is necessary to take into account the impact of all environmental factors. One of the main methods for estimating aerodynamic loads is model experiments in special wind tunnels. Conducting such tests makes it possible to find solutions at the design stage that reduce or completely eliminate the negative effects of aerodynamic factors. In particular, they provide an opportunity to assess the strength of the wind in pedestrian zones, to identify snow accumulations on the roof of the structure, which is important during construction in the northern regions of the country.

The new landscape wind tunnel will be presented to specialists for the first time at the forum of high-rise and unique construction. The presentation will be held on the "zero" day – September 23.