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Modeling and Optimization of the Vortex Tube with Computational Fluid Dynamic Analysis

K.K. Zin1, A. Hansske1 and F. Ziegler1
  • 1 Technical University of Berlin, Germany

Abstract

Problem statement: This study illustrated the influence of the Length to Diameter (L/D) on the fluid flow characteristics inside the counter-flow Ranque-Hilsch vortex tube predicted by Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) and validated through experiment. Approach: The swirl velocity, axial velocity, radial velocity component and also secondary circulation flow (back-flow) along with the pressure within the vortex tube were simulated and proved. Results: The standard k-epsilon turbulence model which is one of the standard turbulence models of FLUENTTM was being used. As a first step, results of simulation will be presented also with varying amounts of cold faction. Conclusion/Recommendations: In the present study, the velocity and the pressure were investigated along the axial and radial directions to understand the flow behavior inside the tube.

Energy Research Journal
Volume 1 No. 2, 2010, 193-196

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3844/erjsp.2010.193.196

Submitted On: 25 September 2009 Published On: 31 October 2010

How to Cite: Zin, K., Hansske, A. & Ziegler, F. (2010). Modeling and Optimization of the Vortex Tube with Computational Fluid Dynamic Analysis. Energy Research Journal, 1(2), 193-196. https://doi.org/10.3844/erjsp.2010.193.196

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Keywords

  • Ranque-Hilsch vortex tube
  • CFD simulation
  • design parameters
  • k-epsilon model