Abstract
A ‘generalized’ Stokes number to evaluate free-fall velocity of particles in non-Newtonian suspensions is proposed. It was derived for power-law slurries of concentrations up to 25% in volume. Shear thickening suspensions of dolomitic limestone were tested in three geometrically similar hydrocyclones of 22, 44 and 88 mm body diameter. The separation efficiency of these units was related to the cut size as obtained from the proposed Stokes number and compared with the traditional approach of considering the suspension Newtonian. The results demonstrated that evaluation efficiency is more reliable using this form of the Stokes number and that errors may be minimized, even at slurry concentrations as low as 5% in volume. The term ‘generalized’ is used to imply that, for Newtonian suspensions, the number would reduce to the common form normally reported in the literature.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
