Abstract
The theory behind ideal sedimentation tanks assumes that the fluid moves in uniform flow. Numerous studies have shown numerous nonuniform flow patterns, which explains why the solids removal efficiency of real clarifiers does not match theory predictions. This problem gets worse when the influent flow rate exceeds what the clarifier was designed to handle. This research shows that introducing a highly porous bed of “dendrite” fibers into clarifiers designed for the pulp and paper industry removed some of the nonuniformities as shown in a residence time distribution (RTD). These clarifiers have RTDs that are similar to their waste treatment counterparts. So, it is expected that the new technology will have similar effects in waste treatment systems. The bed acts as a resistor to nonaxial flow, reducing radial and angular components of velocity. It is also shown that the greatest effect on the bulk flow patterns occurs when the bed is positioned such that all of the overflow passes through it. Increasing th...
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