scholarly journals Discussion: “The Simulation of Axial Compressor Performance Using an Annulus Wall Boundary Layer Theory” (Balsa, T. F., and Mellor, G. L., 1975, ASME J. Eng. Power, 97, pp. 305–317)

1975 ◽  
Vol 97 (3) ◽  
pp. 317-317
Author(s):  
J. L. Dodge
Keyword(s):  
Boundary Layer ◽  
Axial Compressor ◽  
Boundary Layer Theory ◽  
Wall Boundary Layer ◽  
Wall Boundary ◽  
Compressor Performance

The Simulation of Axial Compressor Performance Using an Annulus Wall Boundary Layer Theory

1975 ◽  
Vol 97 (3) ◽  
pp. 305-317 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. F. Balsa ◽  
G. L. Mellor
Keyword(s):  
Boundary Layer ◽  
Boundary Layers ◽  
Axial Compressor ◽  
Boundary Layer Theory ◽  
Wall Boundary Layer ◽  
Wall Boundary ◽  
Boundary Layer Development ◽  
Compressor Performance ◽  
High Mach ◽  
Factor Skin

This paper summarizes the development of a computer program to simulate axial compressor performance. The program incorporates a well-established technique for cascade performance prediction and a modified radial equilibrium method of calculating the mainstream axial velocity distribution. The program’s most important feature is a new theory of annulus wall boundary layers which predicts annulus boundary layer development and losses. The empirical input to the present annulus wall boundary layer model is very restricted and involves well defined quantities: shape factor, skin friction, and leakage coefficients. Special provision is made for cases where the annulus wall boundary layers are merged; this aspect needs improvement however. Theoretically derivable losses due to the annulus wall, in combination with cascade losses, yield overall compressor efficiency. In the interest of being abstemious with empiricism, no attempt has been made to introduce high Mach number cascade loss corrections at this time and the values of the empirical parameters in the boundary layer theory are held fixed. Considering the very restricted empirical content of the model and the absence of adjustable parameters, the current predictions of compressor performance are quite good.

An Axial Compressor End-Wall Boundary Layer Calculation Method

1979 ◽  
Vol 101 (2) ◽  
pp. 233-245 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. De Ruyck ◽  
C. Hirsch ◽  
P. Kool
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Boundary Layer ◽  
Velocity Profile ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Axial Compressor ◽  
Tip Clearance ◽  
Wall Region ◽  
Wall Boundary Layer ◽  
Wall Boundary ◽  
End Wall

An axial compressor end-wall boundary layer theory which requires the introduction of three-dimensional velocity profile models is described. The method is based on pitch-averaged boundary layer equations and contains blade force-defect terms for which a new expression in function of transverse momentum thickness is introduced. In presence of tip clearance a component of the defect force proportional to the clearance over blade height ratio is also introduced. In this way two constants enter the model. It is also shown that all three-dimensional velocity profile models present inherent limitations with regard to the range of boundary layer momentum thicknesses they are able to represent. Therefore a new heuristic velocity profile model is introduced, giving higher flexibility. The end-wall boundary layer calculation allows a correction of the efficiency due to end-wall losses as well as calculation of blockage. The two constants entering the model are calibrated and compared with experimental data allowing a good prediction of overall efficiency including clearance effects and aspect ratio. Besides, the method allows a prediction of radial distribution of velocities and flow angles including the end-wall region and examples are shown compared to experimental data.

Wall Boundary Layer Development Near the Tip Region of an IGV of an Axial Flow Compressor

1984 ◽  
Vol 106 (2) ◽  
pp. 337-345
Author(s):  
B. Lakshminarayana ◽  
N. Sitaram
Keyword(s):  
Boundary Layer ◽  
Guide Vane ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Axial Compressor ◽  
Axial Flow ◽  
Inlet Guide Vane ◽  
Wall Boundary Layer ◽  
Wall Boundary ◽  
Boundary Layer Development ◽  
Flow Compressor

The annulus wall boundary layer inside the blade passage of the inlet guide vane (IGV) passage of a low-speed axial compressor stage was measured with a miniature five-hole probe. The three-dimensional velocity and pressure fields were measured at various axial and tangential locations. Limiting streamline angles and static pressures were also measured on the casing of the IGV passage. Strong secondary vorticity was developed. The data were analyzed and correlated with the existing velocity profile correlations. The end wall losses were also derived from these data.

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