Numerical Investigation of Geometric Factors for Design of High Performance Air-Jet Pumps Using in Vehicle-Mounted Vacuum Toilet

2011 ◽  
Vol 268-270 ◽  
pp. 46-50
Author(s):  
Fei Gao ◽  
Jing Xuan Zhou ◽  
Min Li
Keyword(s):  
High Performance ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Cfd Model ◽  
Jet Pump ◽  
Air Jet ◽  
Geometric Factors ◽  
Constant Area ◽  
Jet Pumps ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics Cfd ◽  
Area Section

Air-jet pump as the pneumatic source of a vehicle-mounted vacuum toilet provides the vacuum to pump the fecal sewage out of toilet bowl via the compressed air passing through the pump under certain pressure. In this study, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) technique is employed to investigate the effects of three important air-jet pump geometry parameters: the primary Nozzle Exit Position (NXP), the constant-area section length (L1) and the diffuser diverging angle (θ), on its performance. A CFD model is firstly established according to 1D analytical method, and then used to create 135 different air-jet pump geometries and tested under different operating conditions. The significance of this study is that these findings can be used to guide the adjustment of NXP, L1 and θ to obtain the best air-jet pump performance when the operating conditions are different.

CFD Simulations of the Cold Neutron Source at the OPAL Reactor

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
James L Spedding ◽  
Mark Ho ◽  
Weijian Lu
Keyword(s):  
Neutron Source ◽  
Cold Neutron ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Convergence Time ◽  
Cfd Model ◽  
Cfd Simulations ◽  
Cold Neutron Source ◽  
Order Of Magnitude ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics Cfd ◽  
Polyhedral Mesh

Abstract The Open Pool Australian Light-water (OPAL) reactor Cold Neutron Source (CNS) is a 20 L liquid deuterium thermosiphon system which has performed consistently but will require replacement in the future. The CNS deuterium exploits neutronic heating to passively drive the thermosiphon loop and is cryogenically cooled by forced convective helium flow via a heat exchanger. In this study, a detailed computational fluid dynamics (CFD) model of the complete thermosiphon system was developed for simulation. Unlike previous studies, the simulation employed a novel polyhedral mesh technique. Results demonstrated that the polyhedral technique reduced simulation computational requirements and convergence time by an order of magnitude while predicting thermosiphon performance to within 1% accuracy when compared with prototype experiments. The simulation model was extrapolated to OPAL operating conditions and confirmed the versatility of the CFD model as an engineering design and preventative maintenance tool. Finally, simulations were performed on a proposed second-generation CNS design that increases the CNS moderator deuterium volume by 5 L, and results confirmed that the geometry maintains the thermosiphon deuterium in the liquid state and satisfies the CNS design criteria.

Prediction of Raceways in a Blast Furnace

2006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naresh K. Selvarasu ◽  
D. Huang ◽  
Zumao Chen ◽  
Mingyan Gu ◽  
Yongfu Zhao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Blast Furnace ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Gas Oil ◽  
Cfd Model ◽  
Coke Particle ◽  
Fuel Gas ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics Cfd ◽  
Insight Into

In a blast furnace, preheated air and fuel (gas, oil or pulverized coal) are often injected into the lower part of the furnace through tuyeres, forming a raceway in which the injected fuel and some of the coke descending from the top of the furnace are combusted and gasified. The shape and size of the raceway greatly affect the combustion of, the coke and the injected fuel in the blast furnace. In this paper, a three-dimensional (3-D) computational fluid dynamics (CFD) model is developed to investigate the raceway evolution. The furnace geometry and operating conditions are based on the Mittal Steel IH7 blast furnace. The effects of Tuyere-velocity, coke particle size and burden properties are computed. It is found that the raceway depth increases with an increase in the tuyere velocity and a decrease in the coke particle size in the active coke zone. The CFD results are validated using experimental correlations and actual observations. The computational results provide useful insight into the raceway formation and the factors that influence its size and shape.

Theoretical Modeling of Central Air-Jet Pump Performance for Pneumatic Transportation of Bulk Solids

1999 ◽  
Vol 121 (2) ◽  
pp. 365-372 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Wang ◽  
P. W. Wypych
Keyword(s):  
Analytical Procedure ◽  
Area Ratio ◽  
Jet Pump ◽  
Pump Performance ◽  
Bulk Solids ◽  
Air Jet ◽  
Performance Predictions ◽  
Jet Pumps ◽  
Pneumatic Transportation ◽  
Good Agreement

A mathematical model to predict the air-solids performance of central air-jet pumps has been developed based on the fundamentals of fluid and particle mechanics. The influence of throat entry configuration on performance has been incorporated into the analytical model by introducing a throat entry function and suction area ratio. Nondimensional parameters to represent air-solids jet pump performance has been defined and used in the analytical procedure. The performance predictions obtained by this model show good agreement with experimental results.

Experimental and numerical studies of the effect of area ratio and driving pressure on the performance of water and slurry jet pumps

2011 ◽  
Vol 226 (9) ◽  
pp. 2250-2266 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tarek Meakhail ◽  
Ibrahim Teaima
Keyword(s):  
Area Ratio ◽  
Driving Pressure ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Jet Pump ◽  
Numerical Studies ◽  
Pumping Stations ◽  
Mixing Chamber ◽  
Jet Pumps ◽  
Different Diameters ◽  
Experimental Rig

The slurry jet pump with scouring nozzle system can be used in dredging of sites, which are difficult to access or need handling of equipments that are used for the intake of pumping stations under bridges and concrete water channels. This system is suitable for sand, silt, sludge, mud, and other organic materials. The aim of this study is to investigate the performance of water and slurry jet pumps. The effects of the pump-operating conditions and geometries on its performance were investigated. The experimental rig was constructed in such a way that the driving nozzle diameter can be changed. In this study, three different diameters of driving nozzles, 10, 12.7, and 16 mm, have been used with one mixing chamber of 25.4 mm diameter (i.e. three different area ratios of R = 0.155, 0.25, and 0.4). Also, the effect of driving pressure has been investigated. The results show that increasing the area ratio decreases the maximum mass flow ratio. The results of computational fluid dynamics were found to agree well with actual values obtained from the experimental water and slurry jet pump.

Numerical and Experimental Analysis of the Temperature Distribution in a Hydrogen Fuelled Combustor for a 10 MW Gas Turbine

2010 ◽  
Vol 133 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Massimo Masi ◽  
Paolo Gobbato ◽  
Andrea Toffolo ◽  
Andrea Lazzaretto ◽  
Stefano Cocchi
Keyword(s):  
Temperature Distribution ◽  
Gas Turbine ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Turbine Blades ◽  
Steam Injection ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Injection System ◽  
Reacting Flow ◽  
Cfd Model ◽  
Gas Turbine Combustors

Proper cooling of the hot components and an optimal temperature distribution at the turbine inlet are fundamental targets for gas turbine combustors. In particular, the temperature distribution at the combustor discharge is a critical issue for the durability of the turbine blades and the high performance of the engine. At present, CFD is a widely used tool to simulate the reacting flow inside gas turbine combustors. This paper presents a numerical analysis of a single can type combustor designed to be fed both with hydrogen and natural gas. The combustor also features a steam injection system to restrain the NOx pollutants. The simulations were carried out to quantify the effect of fuel type and steam injection on the temperature field. The CFD model employs a computationally low cost approach, thus the physical domain is meshed with a coarse grid. A full-scale test campaign was performed on the combustor: temperatures at the liner wall and the combustor outlet were acquired at different operating conditions. These experimental data, which are discussed, were used to evaluate the capability of the present CFD model to predict temperature values for combustor operation with different fuels and steam to fuel ratios.

An Investigation of Ejector Design by Analysis and Experiment

1950 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 299-309
Author(s):  
J. H. Keenan ◽  
E. P. Neumann ◽  
F. Lustwerk
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Constant Pressure ◽  
Jet Pump ◽  
Pump Design ◽  
One Dimensional ◽  
Analytical Results ◽  
Constant Area ◽  
Jet Pumps ◽  
Good Agreement

Abstract A one-dimensional method of analysis of jet pumps or ejectors is presented. The analysis considers mixing of the primary and secondary streams at constant pressure, and mixing of the streams at constant area. For the analytical conditions considered, better performance can be obtained when constant-pressure mixing is employed. A comparison between experimental and analytical results shows good agreement over a broad range of variables. Some experimental data on the length of tube required for mixing of the two streams are presented. A method for jet-pump design is given.

Investigation of Heat Transfer Phenomena in Blast Furnace Tuyere/Blowpipe Region

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiang Liu ◽  
Guangwu Tang ◽  
Tyamo Okosun ◽  
Armin K. Silaen ◽  
Stuart J. Street ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heat Transfer ◽  
Blast Furnace ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Cfd Model ◽  
Pulverized Coal Injection ◽  
Steel Making ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics Cfd ◽  
Tuyere Region ◽  
Multi Mode ◽  
Fuel Source

The blast furnace (BF) is a crucial stage in the iron-steel making process. Pulverized coal injection (PCI) and natural gas (NG) have been utilized in blast furnaces as a substitute fuel source for reducing coke rate. Due to introduction of injected fuels into a blast furnace, the combustion and heat transfer in the tuyere/blowpipe region affects the tuyere/blowpipe structure. A comprehensive computational fluid dynamics (CFD) model including PCI/NG combustion, multi-mode heat transfer for the blowpipe/tuyere region of a blast furnace at AK Steel Dearborn Works has been developed, considering detailed material properties in the blowpipe region. The model has been validated by comparing the blowpipe skin temperature profile with thermographic images under typical operating conditions. Based on the developed CFD model, the detailed PCI/NG co-injection combustion has been investigated and the thermal effect on the tuyere tip has been revealed.

scholarly journals Theoretical and experimental investigations of different area ratios of a supersonic ejector driven by compressed air

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed AL-nuaimi ◽  
Mark Worall ◽  
Saffa Riffat
Keyword(s):  
High Performance ◽  
Back Pressure ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Working Fluid ◽  
Experimental Investigations ◽  
Dynamics Model ◽  
Supersonic Ejector ◽  
Constant Area ◽  
Group A ◽  
Spindle Position

Abstract Ejectors have some advantages such as being simple, reliable and no moving parts. They can be used in air-conditioning and refrigeration applications. This paper presents a comparison of ejector performance, primary pressure (Pp), back pressure (Pb) and area ratios of ejectors (A2/At) predictions by an analytical model and a computational fluid dynamics model for different operating conditions. Six different area ratios of ejector using air as working fluid in this study were proposed and tested experimentally. The variable area ratios of ejectors (A2/At) were used with a range from 10.68 to 30.62. Two sets of ejectors (A and C) are studied and examined depend on the kind of nozzle. The aim of this study was to investigate these ejectors under variation of primary pressure (Pp) (1.5–6.0 bar) and adjustable spindle position (0 to −25 mm). Two groups of ejectors (A and C) were categorized based on the type of nozzle. The experimental results validate the solutions of the main parameters of ejectors using air as working fluid. The results show that group A is more appropriate for higher values of back pressure, while group C is more suitable for high performance of the ejector. Finally, the main parameters were carried out on six different ejectors to find the best combination based on various nozzles and constant area sections.

Liquid Jet Pumps for Two-Phase Flows

1995 ◽  
Vol 117 (2) ◽  
pp. 309-316 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. G. Cunningham
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Flow ◽  
Gas Flow ◽  
Secondary Flows ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Liquid Jet ◽  
Dimensionless Number ◽  
Jet Pump ◽  
Two Phase ◽  
Performance Curves ◽  
Jet Pumps

Isothermal compression of a bubbly secondary fluid in a mixing-throat and diffuser is described by a one-dimensional flow model of a liquid-jet pump. Friction-loss coefficients used in the four equations may be determined experimentally, or taken from the literature. The model reduces to the liquid-jet gas compressor case if the secondary liquid is zero. Conversely, a zero secondary-gas flow reduces the liquid-jet gas and liquid (LJGL) model to that of the familiar liquid-jet liquid pump. A “jet loss” occurs in liquid-jet pumps if the nozzle tip is withdrawn from the entrance plane of the throat, and jet loss is included in the efficiency equations. Comparisons are made with published test data for liquid-jet liquid pumps and for liquid-jet gas compressors. The LJGL model is used to explore jet pump responses to two-phase secondary flows, nozzle-to-throat area ratio, and primary-jet velocity. The results are shown in terms of performance curves versus flow ratios. Predicted peak efficiencies are approximately 50 percent. Under severe operating conditions, LJGL pump performance curves exhibit maximum-flow ratios or cut-offs. Cut-off occurs when two-phase secondary-flow streams attain sonic values at the entry of the mixing throat. A dimensionless number correlates flow-ratio cut-offs with pump geometry and operating conditions. Throat-entry choking of the secondary flow can be predicted, hence avoided, in designing jet pumps to handle two-phase fluids.

Numerical and Experimental Analysis of the Temperature Distribution in a Hydrogen Fuelled Combustor for a 10 MW Gas Turbine

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Massimo Masi ◽  
Paolo Gobbato ◽  
Andrea Toffolo ◽  
Andrea Lazzaretto ◽  
Stefano Cocchi
Keyword(s):  
Temperature Distribution ◽  
Gas Turbine ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Turbine Blades ◽  
Steam Injection ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Injection System ◽  
Reacting Flow ◽  
Cfd Model ◽  
Gas Turbine Combustors

Proper cooling of the hot components and an optimal temperature distribution at the turbine inlet are fundamental targets for gas turbine combustors. In particular, the temperature distribution at the combustor discharge is a critical issue for the durability of the turbine blades and the high performance of the engine. At present, CFD is a widely used tool to simulate the reacting flow inside gas turbine combustors. This paper presents a numerical analysis of a single can type combustor designed to be fed both with hydrogen and natural gas. The combustor also features a steam injection system to restrain the NOx pollutants. The simulations were carried out to quantify the effect of fuel type and steam injection on the temperature field. The CFD model employs a computationally low cost approach, thus the physical domain is meshed with a coarse grid. A full-scale test campaign was performed on the combustor: temperatures at the liner wall and the combustor outlet were acquired at different operating conditions. These experimental data, which are discussed, were used to evaluate the capability of the present CFD model to predict temperature values for combustor operation with different fuels and steam-fuel ratios.

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