Numerical Simulation of Impinging Cooling on the Leading Edge of a Turbine Blade
In the present study, numerical simulation is carried out for impingement/effusion cooling on the leading edge of a turbine blade similar to an experimental model tested previously. The k-ε turbulence model is used, and simulation parameters are set in accordance with the experimental conditions, including temperature ratio, blowing ratio, and Reynolds number of the main stream. The accuracy and reliability of the simulation is verified by the experimental data, and the influence of various factors on fluid flow and heat transfer is analyzed in detail. The results indicate that the blowing ratio is one critical factor which affects the cooling effectiveness. The greater the blowing ratio is, the higher the cooling effectiveness is. In addition, a staggered-holes arrangement is numerically studied and compared with a line-holes arrangement. The results show that the staggered-holes arrangement has a lower temperature on the outer surface of the leading edge and has improved the cooling effectiveness.