Numerical simulation research of subcooled flow boiling based on MUSIG model under low pressure

Abstract

Subcooled boiling heat transfer is widely used in modern high-power and high-load internal combustion engines (ICEs) because of its efficient heat transfer characteristics. In the present work, a numerical simulation of subcooled boiling under low-pressure conditions is performed on CFX with a user-defined program. Lee’s subcooled boiling experiment results are used for calculations. The bubble departure diameter is simulated by Du’s model. In order to apply the simulation method to engine cooling system with complex channel, the Favre Averaged Drag Model and Tomiyama Lift Force Model are used which makes up for shortcomings of the experience factor needed to be adjusted. The Multiple Size Group (MUSIG) model considering the effects of vapor bubbles coalescence and breakup is used to describe the different sizes of bubbles in the liquid phase. A qualitatively good agreement with the experimental data is achieved without changing model parameters, which lays a good foundation for the application of the simulation method in an engine cooling system.