Direct numerical simulation of dispersion and mixing in gas-liquid Dean-Taylor flow with influence of a 90° bend
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2024-08
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Gas-liquid capillary flow finds widespread applications in reaction engineering, owing to its ability to facilitate
precise control and efficient mixing. Incorporating compact and regular design with Coiled Flow Inverter (CFI)
enhances process efficiency due to improved mixing as well as heat and mass transfer leading to a narrow
residence time distribution. The impact of Dean and Taylor flow phenomena on mixing and dispersion within
these systems underscores their significance, but is still not yet fully understood. Direct numerical simulation
based on finite element method enables full 3D resolution of the flow field and detailed examination of
laminar flow profiles, providing valuable insights into flow dynamics. Notably, the deflection of flow velocity
from the center axis contributes is followed by tracking of particle with defined starting positions, aiding in
flow visualization and dispersion characterization. In this CFD study, the helical flow with the influence of the
centrifugal force and pitch (Dean flow) as well as the capillary two-phase flow (Taylor bubble) is described
and characterized by particle dispersion and related histograms. Future prospects in this field include
advancements in imaging techniques to capture intricate flow paterns, as well as refined particle tracking
methods to beter understand complex flow behavior.
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gas-liquid capillary flow, particle dispersion measurement, finite element method, direct numerical simulation, Taylor flow, Dean flow