scholarly journals Optimization of Airflow Field for Pneumatic Drum Magnetic Separator to Improve the Separation Efficiency

Minerals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 1228
Author(s):  
Xudong Li ◽  
Yuhua Wang ◽  
Dongfang Lu ◽  
Xiayu Zheng ◽  
Xuesong Gao
Keyword(s):  
Flow Field ◽  
Magnetic Particles ◽  
Separation Efficiency ◽  
Separation Zone ◽  
Effective Means ◽  
Magnetic Separator ◽  
Fine Grained ◽  
Airflow Field ◽  
Nonmagnetic Particles ◽  
Iron Grade

Traditional dry magnetic separation has poor separation efficiency for fine-grained materials, and combining airflow and a magnetic field may be one of the most effective means to improve it. Based on the pneumatic drum magnetic separator developed by our team, an improved pneumatic magnetic separator with a segmented flow field is proposed, which pushes materials to move along the separation surface. Analysis of flow field in the separation zone and the forces on particles show that the improved pneumatic magnetic separator makes it easier to collect fine magnetic particles, while nonmagnetic particles are more easily removed by airflow. Separation test results also show that the iron grade and the recovery of concentrate improved from 37.89% and 74.75% to 51.76% and 91.79%, respectively. The separation efficiency of the pneumatic drum magnetic separator has been remarkably improved by optimizing airflow field in the separation zone.

scholarly journals Influence of Vortex Finder Structure on Separation Performance of Double-Overflow Three-Product Hydrocyclones

Separations ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 79
Author(s):  
Yuekan Zhang ◽  
Jiangbo Ge ◽  
Lanyue Jiang ◽  
Hui Wang ◽  
Junru Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Flow Field ◽  
Experimental Research ◽  
Separation Efficiency ◽  
Structural Parameters ◽  
Separation Performance ◽  
Insertion Depth ◽  
Flow Field Characteristics ◽  
Vortex Finder ◽  
Fine Classification

In view of the difficulty of traditional hydrocyclones to meet the requirements of fine classification, a double-overflow three-product (internal overflow, external overflow and underflow) hydrocyclone was designed in this study. Numerical simulation and experimental research methods were used to investigate the effects of double-overflow flow field characteristics and structural parameters (i.e., internal vortex finder diameter and insertion depth) on separation performance. The research results showed that the larger the diameter of the internal vortex finder, the greater the overflow yield and the larger the cut size. The finest internal overflow product can be obtained when the internal vortex finder is 30 mm longer than the external vortex finder. The separation efficiency is highest when the internal vortex finder is 30 mm shorter than the external vortex finder.

Contrast Study on the Radial Velocity of the Flow Field of the Hydrocyclones with Different Inlet Structures

2011 ◽  
Vol 339 ◽  
pp. 624-629
Author(s):  
Lian Cheng Ren ◽  
Zheng Liang ◽  
Jiang Meng ◽  
Lin Yang ◽  
Jia Lin Tian
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Flow Field ◽  
Radial Velocity ◽  
Axial Symmetry ◽  
Separation Efficiency ◽  
Great Influence ◽  
The Other ◽  
Contrast Study ◽  
The One ◽  
Tangential Inlet

On the base of numerical simulation and theoretical analysis, the flow field of a conventional single-tangential-inlet Hydrocyclone and a newly put forward axial-symmetry double-tangential-inlet hydrocyclone were contrasted. The study shows that the inlet structure of the Hydrocylone has a great influence on the radial velocity of the flow field in the hydrocyclone and that the radial velocity in the hydrocyclone with single-tangential-inlet is not symmetry about the axis of the hydrocyclone; and on the other hand the radial velocity in the hydrocyclone with axial-symmetry double-tangential-inlet is symmetry about the axis of the hydrocyclone. The magnitude of the radial velocity of the flow in the hydrocyclone with single-tangential-inlet is greater than that in the hydrocyclone with axial-symmetry double-tangential-inlet hydrocyclone, which means the hydrocyclone with axial-symmetry double-tangential-inlet has greater capability than the rival one with single-tangential inlet. The symmetry about the axis of the hydrocyclone of the radial velocity means the radial velocities in the place where the radio is the same are constant, which means the hydrocyclone has a great separation efficiency. The conclusion is that changing the conventional hydrocyclone into the one with axial-symmetry double-tangential-inlet structure can offer greater separation capability and efficiency.

Supporting theory of a new magnetic separator and classifier. Limiting conditions: Part I – Non-magnetic particles

2007 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 258-263 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paulo A. Augusto ◽  
Teresa Castelo-Grande ◽  
Pedro Augusto ◽  
Domingos Barbosa ◽  
A.M. Estévez
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Particles ◽  
Magnetic Separator

scholarly journals Evaluation of Magnetic Separation Efficiency on a Cassiterite-Bearing Skarn Ore by Means of Integrative SEM-Based Image and XRF–XRD Data Analysis

Minerals ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 390 ◽  
Author(s):  
Markus Buchmann ◽  
Edgar Schach ◽  
Raimon Tolosana-Delgado ◽  
Thomas Leißner ◽  
Jennifer Astoveza ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Separation ◽  
Iron Oxides ◽  
Separation Efficiency ◽  
Analysis Data ◽  
Gangue Mineral ◽  
Data Partition ◽  
Local Regression ◽  
Separation Processes ◽  
Magnetic Separator

Image analysis data obtained from scanning electron microscopy provided data for a detailed evaluation of the separation efficiency for various processes involving the beneficiation of particulate materials. A dry magnetic separation by a drum type magnetic separator served as a case study to visualize effects of processing of a skarn ore with a high content of cassiterite as ore mineral (~4 wt%). For this material, iron oxides and silicates are the main gangue mineral groups. Based on the obtained data, partition curves were generated with the help of local regression. From the partition curves, the separation efficiency was evaluated and the relevant particle properties deduced. A detailed analysis of the bias of the quantitative mineralogical data is presented. This bias was monitored and further analyzed in detail. Thorough analysis of feed and products of magnetic separation enabled identification of the most important factors that control losses of cassiterite to the magnetic product, namely the association with iron oxides and particle sizes below ~40 µm. The introduced methodology is a general approach applicable for the optimization of different separation processes and is not limited to the presented case study.

Numerical Study on Electrokinetic Interaction Between a Pair of Cylindrical Colloidal Particles

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dolfred Vijay Fernandes ◽  
Sangmo Kang ◽  
Yong Kweon Suh
Keyword(s):  
Flow Field ◽  
Electric Field ◽  
Colloidal Particles ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Separation Efficiency ◽  
Numerical Study ◽  
Interaction Force ◽  
Surface Element ◽  
Immersed Boundary ◽  
Interaction Forces

Electrophoresis is the motion of dispersed particles relative to a fluid under the influence of an electric field. Presently this phenomenon of electrokinetics is widely used in biotechnology for the separation of proteins, sequencing of polypeptide chains etc. The separation efficiency of these biomolecules is affected by their aggregation. Thus it is important to study the interaction forces between the molecules. In this study we calculate the electrophoretic motion of a pair of colloidal particles under axial electric field. The hydrodynamic and electric double layer (EDL) interaction forces are calculated numerically. The EDL interaction force is calculated from electric field distribution around the particle using Maxwell stress tensor and the hydrodynamic force is calculated from the flow field obtained from the solution of Stokes equations. The continuous forcing approach of immersed boundary method is used to obtain flow field around the moving particles. The EDL distribution around the particles is obtained by solving Poisson-Nernst-Planck (PNP) equations on a hybrid grid system. The EDL interaction force calculated from numerical solution is compared with the one obtained from surface element integration (SEI) method.

Numerical Simulation of Double Inlet Cylinder Cyclone Using CFD

2013 ◽  
Vol 275-277 ◽  
pp. 558-561
Author(s):  
Xiao Ming Yuan ◽  
Hui Jun Zhao ◽  
Jing Yi Qu
Keyword(s):  
Flow Field ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Separation Efficiency ◽  
Separation Performance ◽  
Two Phase ◽  
Phase Volume Fraction ◽  
Fluid Field ◽  
Cylindrical Cyclone ◽  
Discrete Phase ◽  
New Type

Designed a new type of double inlet cylindrical cyclone. For search the separation performance in a cylindrical cyclone. By use of CFD，applied the RSM turbulence model and Euler two-phase flow method and ASM which to simulate separation process and flow field within a double inlet cylindrical cyclone. Then compared with the single inlet cyclone，obtained velocity distribution. Analyzed the differences of discrete phase volume fraction between different viscosity. The results show that the new-style cyclone caught more stable fluid field and higher separation efficiency. And when the viscosity is about 0.75 kg/m•s， the separation efficiency and stability of the oil core is higher. Preliminary flow field law is shown up.

Experimental Investigation of Steady and Unsteady Flow Field Downstream of an Automotive Torque Converter Turbine and Inside the Stator: Part I—Flow at Exit of Turbine

1997 ◽  
Vol 119 (3) ◽  
pp. 624-633 ◽  
Author(s):  
B. V. Marathe ◽  
B. Lakshminarayana ◽  
D. G. Maddock
Keyword(s):  
Flow Field ◽  
Unsteady Flow ◽  
Separation Zone ◽  
Torque Converter ◽  
Frame Of Reference ◽  
Flow Properties ◽  
Ensemble Averaging ◽  
Suction Surface ◽  
Flow Angle ◽  
Periodic Components

The objective of this investigation is to understand the steady and the unsteady flow field at the exit of an automotive torque converter turbine and inside the stator with a view toward improving its performance. The measurements were conducted in a stationary frame of reference using a high-frequency response five-hole probe, and the data were processed to derive the flow properties in the relative (turbine) frame of reference. The experimental data were processed in the frequency domain by spectrum analysis and in the temporal-spatial domain by ensemble averaging technique. The flow properties (e.g., pressure and velocity) were resolved into mean, periodic, aperiodic, and unresolved components. A velocity profile similar to that of a fully developed flow was observed at all radii. The periodic data in relative reference frame revealed a small separation zone near the suction surface in the core region. The rms values of the unresolved component were found to be significantly higher in this region. The secondary flow vectors show underturning, radially inward flow in the entire passage with a small region of overturning near the separation zone. The overall flow at the turbine exit was nearly two dimensional in nature except in the zone of flow separation. The unsteady flow data show that unresolved and aperiodic components dominate the unsteadiness in the pressure, whereas the periodic components dominate the unsteadiness in velocities and flow angles. Pressure and velocity fluctuations were moderate, whereas the flow angle fluctuations were found to be high. The overall flow at the exit of turbine was found to be highly unsteady.

Numerical Simulation of Atmospheric Flow Field around Bridge

2013 ◽  
Vol 368-370 ◽  
pp. 1379-1382
Author(s):  
Ying Jia ◽  
Li Zhang ◽  
Sheng Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Flow Field ◽  
Pressure Distribution ◽  
Cross Section ◽  
Horizontal Plane ◽  
Atmospheric Flow ◽  
Airflow Field ◽  
Distribution Laws ◽  
The Cross

This paper carries out a numerical simulation of the atmospheric flow field around bridge. The variation law of airflow field around bridge is studied. Velocity and pressure distribution laws of flow field in horizontal plane and the cross-section are discussed, and influence range of flow field around bridge area is identified.

Use of a Bubble Tracking Method for Prediction of Downhole Natural Separation Efficiency

2005 ◽  
Vol 127 (4) ◽  
pp. 479-486
Author(s):  
Bin Liu ◽  
Mauricio Prado
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Flow Field ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Two Phase Flow ◽  
Separation Efficiency ◽  
Phase Flow ◽  
Two Phase ◽  
Tracking Method ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Natural Separation

For any pumping artificial lift system in the petroleum industry, the free gas significantly affects the performance of the pump and the system above the pump. A model, though not a complete two-phase flow model, has been developed for the effective prediction of separation efficiency across a wide range of production conditions. The model presented is divided into two main parts, the single-phase flow-field solution and the bubble-tracking method. The first part of the model solves the single-phase liquid flow field using the computational fluid dynamics approach. Then, a simple bubble-tracking method was applied to estimate the down-hole natural separation efficiency for two-phase flow. A comparison between the results of the model and the experimental data was conducted. It shows a very good agreement with the experimental data for lower gas void fractions (bubble flow regime).

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