Structural and Acoustic Noise Sources Due to Turbulent Flow Through an Elbow: Formulation of Analysis Methods

2003 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen A. Hambric ◽  
L. Joel Peltier ◽  
John B. Fahnline ◽  
David A. Boger ◽  
John E. Poremba
Keyword(s):  
Power Transmission ◽  
Acoustic Noise ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Noise Sources ◽  
Turbulent Fluid Flow ◽  
Fluid Forces ◽  
Piping Systems ◽  
Flow Through

The low-frequency structure- and fluid-borne noise from elbows excited by fluctuating forces within turbulent fluid flow is investigated. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Reynolds Averaged Navier Stokes (RANS) analyses of the flow through a piping elbow with a radius to diameter ratio of 2.8 compare favorable to measurements made by previous investigators. The CFD RANS solutions are post-processed to estimate the spectra of the fluctuating wall pressures beneath the turbulent boundary layer (TBL) flow. The CFD RANS solutions are also used to identify regions within the core flow that might excite acoustic modes within the piping fluid. A finite element (FE) model of the piping walls is coupled with a boundary element (BE) model of the interior acoustic fluid and is excited by the fluctuating wall and fluid forces estimated from the CFD RANS solutions. The power transmission through the inlet and discharge ports of the elbow is computed and separated into its structure-borne and fluid-borne components. The influence of both structural and acoustic resonances on the power transmission is evident for both excitation mechanisms. The power transmission curves at the elbow ports may be used as source inputs to transfer matrix models of piping systems that contain elbows.

scholarly journals Identification and Removal of Non-acoustic Noise in Towed Array Sonar Using F-Κ Transform for Enhanced Torpedo Detection

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Vibration Isolation ◽  
Acoustic Noise ◽  
Detection System ◽  
Mechanical Vibration ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Acoustic Energy ◽  
Noise Sources ◽  
Towed Array ◽  
Spatio Temporal ◽  
Towed Arrays

Low frequency passive towed array sonar is an essential component in a torpedo detection system for surface ships. Compact towed arrays are used for torpedo detection and they will be towed at higher towing speeds compared to conventional towed array sonars used for surveillance. Presence of non-acoustic noise in towed array sensors at higher towing speeds degrades torpedo detection capability at lower frequencies. High wavenumber mechanical vibrations are induced in the array by vortex shedding associated with hydrodynamic flow over the array body and cable scope. These vibrations are known to couple into the hydrophone array as nonacoustic noise sources and can impair acoustic detection performance, particularly in the forward end fire direction. Lengthy mechanical vibration isolation modules can isolate vibration induced noise in towed arrays, but this is not recommended in a towed array which is towed at high speeds as it will increase the drag and system complexity. An algorithm for decomposing acoustic and non-acoustic components of signals received at sensor level using well known frequency-wavenumber transform (F-K transform) is presented here. Frequency-wavenumber diagrams can be used for differentiating between acoustic and non-acoustic signals. An area of V shape is identified within the F-K spectrum where acoustic energy is confined. Energy outside this V will highlight non-acoustic energy. Enhanced simultaneous spatio-temporal and spatio-amplitude detection is possible with this algorithm. Performance of this algorithm is validated through simulation and experimental data.

Mitigation of Current-Driven, Vortex-Induced Vibrations of a Spar Platform via “SMART” Thrusters

2004 ◽  
Vol 126 (1) ◽  
pp. 96-104 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Joseph Fischer ◽  
Stergios I. Liapis ◽  
Yannis Kallinderis
Keyword(s):  
Active Control ◽  
Control Strategies ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Frequency Wave ◽  
Fluid Forces ◽  
Vortex Induced Vibrations ◽  
Helical Strakes ◽  
The Cost

The possibility of using active-control technology to mitigate long-period (100–300 s) motions of spar platforms was investigated. In particular, the technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness of using a thruster-based active-control system was examined. Only vortex-induced vibrations (VIV) of a moored spar were considered for this study, although it is believed that similar active-control systems can contend equally well with low-frequency wave-drift and wind-induced motions. VIV has been selected for this demonstration due to the considerable attention it has received for spars, because of the high cost for passive VIV-mitigation means. The investigation employed numerical simulations of the hydrodynamics around the spar in two and three dimensions. In particular, for this study, Navier-Stokes methods were used to compute the strongly nonlinear interactions between the current-flow field and the spar hull. The fluid forces (hull-integrated pressures) were then used to compute the unsteady motions of the moored spar. The effect of the motion-controlling thrusters was included as an additional external force—that also varies with time. Of the several different control strategies that were examined, it was found that the most effective one is “D-Control” wherein thruster forces are proportional to spar velocities. Using such control, spar motions can be kept below 35% of the spar diameter, whereas uncontrolled responses were computed to be as high as 80% of the spar diameter. Similar uncontrolled motions have actually been observed in current-tank model tests of spars. As part of this study, discussions were held with engineers from three different thruster companies to ascertain the number and type of thrusters that would be required to achieve desirable VIV mitigation—given the computed thruster-forces, and to provide prudent reliability. Associated costs were also very much of interest. For the spar system examined here, which is representative of those introduced into or being considered for the Gulf of Mexico, it was found that the cost of the thrusters and their electric motors is around $8 million—a cost that is significantly less than that estimated for passive VIV-control devices such as helical strakes, or discontinuous hull geometries. Furthermore, the proposed thruster system could also be employed to contend with (to mitigate) other undesirable, large-amplitude, near-resonant spar motions, e.g., low-frequency drift, for which there are no alternative remedies at present.

Preliminary Model Analysis of Acoustic Noise Levels for Space Station

2014 ◽  
Vol 1016 ◽  
pp. 287-291
Author(s):  
Yao Qi Feng ◽  
Jiang Yang ◽  
Guo Song Feng ◽  
Yao Wu
Keyword(s):  
Acoustic Analysis ◽  
Acoustic Noise ◽  
Spectral Characteristics ◽  
Space Station ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Noise Levels ◽  
Noise Sources ◽  
Modeling And Analysis

This paper presents the modeling and analysis method of acoustic noise levels of whole audible frequency range for Chinese Space Station (CSS) module. UsingBoundaryElementModeling(BEM), the acoustic analysis model of low frequency range for CSS module was established. The analysis model of high frequency range was created by usingStatistical EnergyAnalysis(SEA) method. Based on the established models, the acoustic noise levels in all areas of CSS module were analyzed and the results for some typical areas are provided. Finally, the acoustic contribution of noise sources according to their spectral characteristics is analyzed and the implementation of noise control methods to reduce acoustic levels in CSS module is discussed.

Noise source location and scaling of subsonic upper-surface blowing

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (3-5) ◽  
pp. 191-206
Author(s):  
Trae L Jennette ◽  
Krish K Ahuja
Keyword(s):  
Strouhal Number ◽  
Noise Source ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Directivity Pattern ◽  
Source Location ◽  
Dipole Source ◽  
Frequency Noise ◽  
Noise Sources ◽  
Trailing Edge ◽  
Trailing Edge Noise

This paper deals with the topic of upper surface blowing noise. Using a model-scale rectangular nozzle of an aspect ratio of 10 and a sharp trailing edge, detailed noise contours were acquired with and without a subsonic jet blowing over a flat surface to determine the noise source location as a function of frequency. Additionally, velocity scaling of the upper surface blowing noise was carried out. It was found that the upper surface blowing increases the noise significantly. This is a result of both the trailing edge noise and turbulence downstream of the trailing edge, referred to as wake noise in the paper. It was found that low-frequency noise with a peak Strouhal number of 0.02 originates from the trailing edge whereas the high-frequency noise with the peak in the vicinity of Strouhal number of 0.2 originates near the nozzle exit. Low frequency (low Strouhal number) follows a velocity scaling corresponding to a dipole source where as the high Strouhal numbers as quadrupole sources. The culmination of these two effects is a cardioid-shaped directivity pattern. On the shielded side, the most dominant noise sources were at the trailing edge and in the near wake. The trailing edge mounting geometry also created anomalous acoustic diffraction indicating that not only is the geometry of the edge itself important, but also all geometry near the trailing edge.

scholarly journals Transient Pressure-Driven Electroosmotic Flow through Elliptic Cross-Sectional Microchannels with Various Eccentricities

Computation ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 27
Author(s):  
Nattakarn Numpanviwat ◽  
Pearanat Chuchard
Keyword(s):  
Laplace Transform ◽  
Electroosmotic Flow ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Mathieu Functions ◽  
Navier Stokes Equations ◽  
Flow Rates ◽  
Elliptic Cross ◽  
Flow Through ◽  
Relative Errors

The semi-analytical solution for transient electroosmotic flow through elliptic cylindrical microchannels is derived from the Navier-Stokes equations using the Laplace transform. The electroosmotic force expressed by the linearized Poisson-Boltzmann equation is considered the external force in the Navier-Stokes equations. The velocity field solution is obtained in the form of the Mathieu and modified Mathieu functions and it is capable of describing the flow behavior in the system when the boundary condition is either constant or varied. The fluid velocity is calculated numerically using the inverse Laplace transform in order to describe the transient behavior. Moreover, the flow rates and the relative errors on the flow rates are presented to investigate the effect of eccentricity of the elliptic cross-section. The investigation shows that, when the area of the channel cross-sections is fixed, the relative errors are less than 1% if the eccentricity is not greater than 0.5. As a result, an elliptic channel with the eccentricity not greater than 0.5 can be assumed to be circular when the solution is written in the form of trigonometric functions in order to avoid the difficulty in computing the Mathieu and modified Mathieu functions.

scholarly journals Characterization of Noise Level Inside a Vehicle under Different Conditions

Sensors ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (9) ◽  
pp. 2471 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Flor ◽  
Danilo Pena ◽  
Luan Pena ◽  
Vicente A. de Sousa ◽  
Allan Martins
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Noise Level ◽  
Acoustic Noise ◽  
Experimental Setup ◽  
Strongly Correlated ◽  
Noise Levels ◽  
Noise Sources ◽  
Statistical Tools ◽  
Window Position

Vehicular acoustic noise evaluations are a concern of researchers due to health and comfort effects on humans and are fundamental for anyone interested in mitigating audio noise. This paper focuses on the evaluation of the noise level inside a vehicle by using statistical tools. First, an experimental setup was developed with microphones and a microcomputer located strategically on the car’s panel, and measurements were carried out with different conditions such as car window position, rain, traffic, and car speed. Regression analysis was performed to evaluate the similarity of the noise level from those conditions. Thus, we were able to discuss the relevance of the variables that contribute to the noise level inside a car. Finally, our results revealed that the car speed is strongly correlated to interior noise levels, suggesting the most relevant noise sources are in the vehicle itself.

On LES Methods Applied to Seal Geometries

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
James Tyacke ◽  
Richard Jefferson-Loveday ◽  
Paul Tucker
Keyword(s):  
Maximum Error ◽  
Labyrinth Seal ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Final Solution ◽  
Complex Flow ◽  
Eddy Simulation ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Large Eddy ◽  
Rans Models ◽  
Flow Through

Nine Large Eddy Simulation (LES) methods are used to simulate flow through two labyrinth seal geometries and are compared with a wide range of Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS) solutions. These involve one-equation, two-equation and Reynolds Stress RANS models. Also applied are linear and nonlinear pure LES models, hybrid RANS-Numerical-LES (RANS-NLES) and Numerical-LES (NLES). RANS is found to have a maximum error and a scatter of 20%. A similar level of scatter is also found among the same turbulence model implemented in different codes. In a design context, this makes RANS unusable as a final solution. Results show that LES and RANS-NLES is capable of accurately predicting flow behaviour of two seals with a scatter of less than 5%. The complex flow physics gives rise to both laminar and turbulent zones making most LES models inappropriate. Nonetheless, this is found to have minimal tangible results impact. In accord with experimental observations, the ability of LES to find multiple solutions due to solution non-uniqueness is also observed.

The Dynamics of Towed Arrays

1989 ◽  
Vol 111 (3) ◽  
pp. 208-213 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. S. Triantafyllou ◽  
C. Chryssostomidis
Keyword(s):  
Iterative Procedure ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Harmonic Excitation ◽  
Fluid Forces ◽  
Damped System ◽  
Equivalent Linear ◽  
Quadratic Drag ◽  
Linear Damping ◽  
Towed Arrays

A procedure for calculating the response of an array to a harmonic excitation applied at the upstream end is presented. The fluid forces on the array are modeled following the slender-body approximation and the cross-flow principle. An equivalent linear damping is used to replace the quadratic drag due to cross-flow separation. The equivalent linear damping is determined using an iterative procedure. Numerical and asymptotic solutions are derived, and the response of a typical long array is calculated. It is found that, when the separation drag is included, the array exhibits the behavior of an over-damped system, responding only to low-frequency excitations.

Low frequency noise sources in AlGaN/GaN HEMTs

1999 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. A. Garrido ◽  
F. Calle ◽  
E. Muñoz ◽  
I. Izpura ◽  
J. L. Sánchez-Rojas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Frequency ◽  
Frequency Noise ◽  
Low Frequency Noise ◽  
Noise Sources ◽  
Gan Hemts
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