ISSI has pioneered the development of several laser diagnostic tools for flow visualization and measurement.  Our researchers are proficient in obtaining simultaneous,  instantaneous data using multiple laser systems.  The techniques routinely used at ISSI in understanding complex subsonic and supersonic flows are summarized below.  Click the more info link for further details.

Optical Diagnostics Overview

Scientists at ISSI are constantly improving these techniques by keeping pace with advances in laser technology.  Ultra-fast, high-repetition-rate lasers are used to probe  combustion processes at macroscopic scales, and short-pulse-width lasers are used to investigate the characteristics of supercritical fuels. 

ISSI's innovations will lead  to a new generation of laser-diagnostic tools for reacting flows.  Our scientists are now able to characterize turbulent and chemical structures and their interactions in  reacting flows.