Case study
3D Micro Print: Small Probe, Big Effect
Small probe, big effect – Micro Laser Sintering makes tailormade flow measurement technology possible
Accuracy is mandatory in the field of fluid dynamic measurement technology. Flow probes help to determine fluid flows simply and accurately. By means of Micro Laser Sintering, the components are developed flexibly for the respective application and manufactured on
demand. Size and shape are adapted according to the different application areas.
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University of Bath: Mechanisms Driving Gas Turbine Cavity Ingress
Explore how the University of Bath investigated turbine rim seal ingress using a Vectoflow micro five-hole probe. Download the case study for the full setup and key findings.
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Design of an Additive Manufactured Compressor Vane with Multi-Hole Pressure Probes
Additive manufacturing offers new possibilities beyond aerospace, but design must account for process-specific factors to ensure quality—especially with complex internal geometries. This paper presents the design and production of an instrumented compressor stator vane with multi-hole probes, focusing on additive manufacturing design and key process steps leading to the final part.
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ProCap System – a must have tool for aerodynamicists?
Developed by Streamwise and powered by Vectoflow’s 3D-printed multi-hole probes, the handheld system delivers CFD-style, real-time flow maps directly in the wind tunnel or on track. Fast, flexible, and cost-efficient, ProCap turns invisible air structures into visible insights—helping aerodynamicists cut time, complexity, and costs across motorsport, automotive, and beyond.
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