Modelling the Influence of Wetting Properties on the Solid Liquid Impact

2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Minh Do-Quang ◽  
Gustav Amberg
Keyword(s):  
Liquid Surface ◽  
Solid Sphere ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Dynamic Wetting ◽  
Wetting Properties ◽  
Liquid Impact ◽  
Free Air ◽  
Small Change ◽  
Solid Liquid ◽  
The Impact

The impact of a solid object on a free liquid surface is quite complex. This problem has challenged researchers for centuries and remains of interest today. Recently Duez et al. [1] published experimental results on the splash when a solid sphere enters a liquid. Surprisingly, a small change in the surface chemistry of the object can turn a big splash into an inconspicuous disappearance and vice versa. We study this problem by solving the Navier-Stokes together with the Cahn-Hilliard equations, [2, 3], which allows us to simulate the motion of a free air-water surface in detail, in the presence of surface tension and dynamic wetting. Quantitative computational modeling of dynamic wetting is difficult in itself, but here the use of this tool allows us to study in detail how the wetting properties determine whether a splash appears or not. Our simulated results are compared with the experiments of Duez et al.

Surfactant Self-Assemblies Near Contact Lines and their Effect on Wetting by Surfactant Solutions

1994 ◽  
Vol 366 ◽  
Author(s):  
B. Frank ◽  
S. Garoff
Keyword(s):  
Pattern Formation ◽  
Contact Line ◽  
Self Assembly ◽  
Surface Interactions ◽  
Contact Lines ◽  
Dynamic Wetting ◽  
Wetting Behavior ◽  
Wetting Properties ◽  
Surfactant Solutions ◽  
Solid Liquid

ABSTRACTSurfactant self-assembly at the liquid-vapor, solid-liquid, and solid-vapor interfaces controls the wetting behavior of advancing surfactant solutions. While different surfactants exhibit different static and dynamic wetting properties, we show that these behaviors can be understood through an examination of microscopic structures driven by surfactant-surface interactions. We examine surfactant solutions exhibiting complete and partial static wetting as well as spreading by dendritic pattern formation and unsteady, stick-jump behavior. In each case, the observed behavior is related to the structure of the surfactant assemblies in the vicinity of the contact line.

Numerical Performances Study of Curved Photovoltaic Panel Integrated with Phase Change Material

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 1439-1452
Author(s):  
Mohamed L. Benlekkam ◽  
Driss Nehari ◽  
Habib Y. Madani
Keyword(s):  
Phase Change ◽  
Phase Change Material ◽  
Numerical Study ◽  
Numerical Data ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Photovoltaic Panel ◽  
Pv Panel ◽  
Energy Equations ◽  
Solid Liquid ◽  
Change Material

AbstractThe temperature rise of photovoltaic’s cells deteriorates its conversion efficiency. The use of a phase change material (PCM) layer linked to a curved photovoltaic PV panel so-called PV-mirror to control its temperature elevation has been numerically studied. This numerical study was carried out to explore the effect of inner fins length on the thermal and electrical improvement of curved PV panel. So a numerical model of heat transfer with solid-liquid phase change has been developed to solve the Navier–Stokes and energy equations. The predicted results are validated with an available experimental and numerical data. Results shows that the use of fins improve the thermal load distribution presented on the upper front of PV/PCM system and maintained it under 42°C compared with another without fins and enhance the PV cells efficiency by more than 2%.

scholarly journals Mechanical Behavior of Hydroxyapatite-Chitosan Composite: Effect of Processing Parameters

Minerals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 213
Author(s):  
Hamid Ait Said ◽  
Hassan Noukrati ◽  
Hicham Ben Youcef ◽  
Ayoub Bayoussef ◽  
Hassane Oudadesse ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Mechanical Stability ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Composite Effect ◽  
Solid Liquid ◽  
The Impact

Three-dimensional hydroxyapatite-chitosan (HA-CS) composites were formulated via solid-liquid technic and freeze-drying. The prepared composites had an apatitic nature, which was demonstrated by X-ray diffraction and Infrared spectroscopy analyses. The impact of the solid/liquid (S/L) ratio and the content and the molecular weight of the polymer on the composite mechanical strength was investigated. An increase in the S/L ratio from 0.5 to 1 resulted in an increase in the compressive strength for HA-CSL (CS low molecular weight: CSL) from 0.08 ± 0.02 to 1.95 ± 0.39 MPa and from 0.3 ± 0.06 to 2.40 ± 0.51 MPa for the HA-CSM (CS medium molecular weight: CSM). Moreover, the increase in the amount (1 to 5 wt%) and the molecular weight of the polymer increased the mechanical strength of the composite. The highest compressive strength value (up to 2.40 ± 0.51 MPa) was obtained for HA-CSM (5 wt% of CS) formulated at an S/L of 1. The dissolution tests of the HA-CS composites confirmed their cohesion and mechanical stability in an aqueous solution. Both polymer and apatite are assumed to work together, giving the synergism needed to make effective cylindrical composites, and could serve as a promising candidate for bone repair in the orthopedic field.

scholarly journals Numerical analysis of high-lift configurations with oscillating flaps

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Johannes Ruhland ◽  
Christian Breitsamter
Keyword(s):  
Reynolds Number ◽  
Flow Separation ◽  
Separated Flow ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Rotational Axis ◽  
High Lift ◽  
Hinge Point ◽  
Reduced Frequency ◽  
Flap Deflection ◽  
The Impact

AbstractThis study presents two-dimensional aerodynamic investigations of various high-lift configuration settings concerning the deflection angles of droop nose, spoiler and flap in the context of enhancing the high-lift performance by dynamic flap movement. The investigations highlight the impact of a periodically oscillating trailing edge flap on lift, drag and flow separation of the high-lift configuration by numerical simulations. The computations are conducted with regard to the variation of the parameters reduced frequency and the position of the rotational axis. The numerical flow simulations are conducted on a block-structured grid using Reynolds Averaged Navier Stokes simulations employing the shear stress transport $$k-\omega $$ k - ω turbulence model. The feature Dynamic Mesh Motion implements the motion of the oscillating flap. Regarding low-speed wind tunnel testing for a Reynolds number of $$0.5 \times 10^{6}$$ 0.5 × 10 6 the flap movement around a dropped hinge point, which is located outside the flap, offers benefits with regard to additional lift and delayed flow separation at the flap compared to a flap movement around a hinge point, which is located at 15 % of the flap chord length. Flow separation can be suppressed beyond the maximum static flap deflection angle. By means of an oscillating flap around the dropped hinge point, it is possible to reattach a separated flow at the flap and to keep it attached further on. For a Reynolds number of $$20 \times 10^6$$ 20 × 10 6 , reflecting full scale flight conditions, additional lift is generated for both rotational axis positions.

Modeling and Experiments of Laser Cladding With Droplet Injection

2005 ◽  
Vol 127 (9) ◽  
pp. 978-986 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Choi ◽  
L. Han ◽  
Y. Hua
Keyword(s):  
Fluid Flow ◽  
Laser Cladding ◽  
Dynamic Motion ◽  
Cladding Layer ◽  
Melt Pool ◽  
Material Deposition ◽  
Modeling And Experiments ◽  
Solid Liquid Interface ◽  
Solid Liquid ◽  
The Impact

Laser aided Directed Material Deposition (DMD) is an additive manufacturing process based on laser cladding. A full understanding of laser cladding is essential in order to achieve a steady state and robust DMD process. A two dimensional mathematical model of laser cladding with droplet injection was developed to understand the influence of fluid flow on the mixing, dilution depth, and deposition dimension, while incorporating melting, solidification, and evaporation phenomena. The fluid flow in the melt pool that is driven by thermal capillary convection and an energy balance at the liquid–vapor and the solid–liquid interface was investigated and the impact of the droplets on the melt pool shape and ripple was also studied. Dynamic motion, development of melt pool and the formation of cladding layer were simulated. The simulated results for average surface roughness were compared with the experimental data and showed a comparable trend.

scholarly journals Computational Evaluation of Shock Wave Interaction with a Cylindrical Water Column

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 4934
Author(s):  
Viola Rossano ◽  
Giuliano De Stefano
Keyword(s):  
Shock Wave ◽  
Water Column ◽  
Wave Interaction ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Plane Shock ◽  
Governing Equations ◽  
Computational Evaluation ◽  
Air Water Interface ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Computational fluid dynamics was employed to predict the early stages of the aerodynamic breakup of a cylindrical water column, due to the impact of a traveling plane shock wave. The unsteady Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes approach was used to simulate the mean turbulent flow in a virtual shock tube device. The compressible flow governing equations were solved by means of a finite volume-based numerical method, where the volume of fluid technique was employed to track the air–water interface on the fixed numerical mesh. The present computational modeling approach for industrial gas dynamics applications was verified by making a comparison with reference experimental and numerical results for the same flow configuration. The engineering analysis of the shock–column interaction was performed in the shear-stripping regime, where an acceptably accurate prediction of the interface deformation was achieved. Both column flattening and sheet shearing at the column equator were correctly reproduced, along with the water body drift.

Computational Fluid Dynamic Applications for Jet Propulsion System Integration

1991 ◽  
Vol 113 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-50 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. H. Tindell
Keyword(s):  
System Integration ◽  
Fluid Dynamic ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Separated Flow ◽  
Propulsion System ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Aerospace Vehicles ◽  
Design Engineers ◽  
Flow Phenomena ◽  
The Impact

The impact of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) methods on the development of advanced aerospace vehicles is growing stronger year by year. Design engineers are now becoming familiar with CFD tools and are developing productive methods and techniques for their applications. This paper presents and discusses applications of CFD methods used at Grumman to design and predict the performance of propulsion system elements such as inlets and nozzles. The paper demonstrates techniques for applying various CFD codes and shows several interesting and unique results. A novel application of a supersonic Euler analysis of an inlet approach flow field, to clarify a wind tunnel-to-flight data conflict, is presented. In another example, calculations and measurements of low-speed inlet performance at angle of attack are compared. This is highlighted by employing a simplistic and low-cost computational model. More complex inlet flow phenomena at high angles of attack, calculated using an approach that combines a panel method with a Navier-Stokes (N-S) code, is also reviewed. The inlet fluid mechanics picture is rounded out by describing an N-S calculation and a comparison with test data of an offset diffuser having massively separated flow on one wall. Finally, the propulsion integration picture is completed by a discussion of the results of nozzle-afterbody calculations, using both a complete aircraft simulation in a N-S code, and a more economical calculation using an equivalent body of revolution technique.

The Denaturation of Lysozyme Layers Adsorbed at the Hydrophobic Solid/Liquid Surface Studied by Neutron Reflection

1998 ◽  
Vol 206 (1) ◽  
pp. 212-223 ◽  
Author(s):  
J.R. Lu ◽  
T.J. Su ◽  
P.N. Thirtle ◽  
R.K. Thomas ◽  
A.R. Rennie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Liquid Surface ◽  
Neutron Reflection ◽  
Solid Liquid

scholarly journals A study about signal variation with minor receiver displacement in a meeting room at 60 GHz: measurements and simulations

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Usman Sheikh ◽  
Kalle Ruttik ◽  
Riku Jäntti ◽  
Jyri Hämäläinen
Keyword(s):  
Power Level ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
60 Ghz ◽  
System Configuration ◽  
Conference Room ◽  
Channel Characteristics ◽  
Received Power ◽  
Simulation Results ◽  
Small Change ◽  
The Impact

AbstractThe aim of this work is to study the impact of small receiver displacement on a signal propagation in a typical conference room environment at a millimeter wave frequency of 60 GHz. While channel measurements provide insights on the propagation phenomena, their use for the wireless system performance evaluation is challenging. Whereas, carefully executed three-dimensional ray tracing (RT) simulations represent a more flexible option. Nevertheless, a careful validation of simulation methodology is needed. The first target of this article is to highlight the benefits of an in-house built three-dimensional RT tool at 60 GHz and shows the effectiveness of simulations in predicting different characteristics of the channel. To validate the simulation results against the measurements, two different transmitter (Tx) positions and antenna types along with ten receiver (Rx) positions are considered in a typical conference room. In first system configuration, an omnidirectional antenna is placed in the middle of the table, while in the second system configuration a directed horn antenna is located in the corner of the meeting room. After validating the simulation results with the measurement data, in the second part of this work, the impact of a small change, i.e., 20 cm in the receiver position, is studied. To characterize the impact, we apply as performance indicators the received power level, root mean square delay spread (RMS-DS) and RMS angular spread (RMS-AS) in azimuth plane. The channel characteristics are considered with respect to the direct orientation (DO), i.e., the Rx antenna is directed toward the strongest incoming path. Different antenna configurations at the Tx and Rx side are applied to highlight the role of antenna properties on the considered channel characteristics. Especially, in the second system configuration the impact of different antenna half power beamwidth on different considered channel characteristics is highlighted through acquired simulation results. The validation of results shows the RMS error of only 2–3 dB between the measured and simulated received power levels for different Tx configurations in the direction of DO. Results indicate that only a small change of the Rx position may result a large difference in the received power level even in the presence of line-of-sight between the Tx and Rx. It is found that the STD of received power level across the room increases with the decrease in HPBW of the antenna. As can be expected, directed antennas offer lower value of RMS-DS and RMS-AS compared with isotropic antenna.

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