Abstract
In order to investigate dynamic characteristics of pressure fluctuation and thermal efficiency of a liquid hydrogen (LH2) storage system during depressurization process under microgravity condition, a transient CFD model of LH2 tank is established. Based on the assumption of lumped vapor, a UDF code is developed to solve phase change and heat transfer between liquid phase and vapor one. The thermal efficiency is provided for assessing the performance of different pressure control methods. Results show that raising the injection velocity and decreasing the temperature of the injection liquid can enhance the effect of fluid mixing and shorten the depressurization time. Increasing the pressure lower limit can also improve the efficiency of depressurization process. The model can predict the tendency of pressure changes in the tank, and provide theoretical guide to design LH2 tank and optimize its parameters for space application.
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