Abstract
Three-dimensional flow in a vortex tube with straight nozzle was investigated numerically. Four different turbulence models, Spalart-Allmaras, standard SST and realizable were proposed to replicate the flow in the vortex tube. The simulation results of pressure, temperature and velocity field were compared with the experimental data based on dimensionless analysis. It was found that the sudden gas expansion in the vortex chamber causes a pressure drop. The secondary circulations phenomena were observed and identified. Furthermore, the friction between the gas and wall surface and the energy transfer between different laminar flows are the main factors of energy separation in the vortex tube. The realizable model predicts energy separation better than other models studied in this research.
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.
