Analysis of an Electromagnetically Actuated Pumping System

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Somer M. Nacy ◽  
Montassar Aidi Sharif
Keyword(s):  
Pulse Duration ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Electromagnetic Pulse ◽  
Ansys Software ◽  
Electromagnetic Actuation ◽  
Experimental Part ◽  
Outlet Pressure ◽  
Pumping System ◽  
Computer Controlled ◽  
Electromagnetically Actuated

In this paper a moderate technique has been developed to improve an electromagnetic actuation principle for pumping systems, thus obtaining pulsating flow. This work consists of two parts, namely, a numerical part, in which ANSYS software is adopted to simulate the pumping process, while the experimental part consists of the fabrication and testing of the computer controlled electromagnetic pumping system. The objective of this work is to enhance both flow rate and outlet pressure. This was achieved via two main parameters, namely, the electromagnetic pulse duration and the width of each electromagnet. Results show that flow rate and outlet pressure increase with decreasing the pulse duration and with increasing each electromagnet width.

Numerical and Experimental Studies of Pipe Vibration Generated by Elongated Orifice

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wenjie Bai ◽  
Quan Duan ◽  
Zaoxiao Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Spectral Density ◽  
Power Spectral Density ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Vibration Response ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Fluctuating Pressure ◽  
Outlet Pressure ◽  
Wall Pressure Fluctuations ◽  
Power Spectral ◽  
Pipe Vibration

Hydraulic tests for elongated orifice-induced wall pressure fluctuations and vibration in pipeline have been carried out. The regulating modes of test system consist of maintaining outlet pressure to increase flow rate and maintaining flow rate to decrease outlet pressure. Both regulating modes would increase the possibility of cavitation within elongated orifice, which has been confirmed by numerical simulation in present study. Statistical characteristics of the fluctuating pressure and structure vibration response have been studied. The standard deviation analyses indicate that the amplitude of fluctuating pressure is mainly determined by flow rate. The power spectral density analyses show that the energy of the fluctuating pressure behind elongated orifice is concentrated in lower frequency range and it can be divided into two parts in this test: the pressure pulsation excited by plunger pump and the random fluctuating pressure produced by elongated orifice’s disturbance. The power spectral density of pipe vibration response shows that the lower frequency of pipe vibration response can be ascribed to the fluctuating pressure behind elongated orifice and the characteristic frequencies corresponding to cavitation within elongated orifice are in the higher frequency range.

scholarly journals An Investigation of the Basic Physics of Irrigation in Urology and the Role of Automated Pump Irrigation in Cystoscopy

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dwayne Chang ◽  
Rustom P. Manecksha ◽  
Konstantinos Syrrakos ◽  
Nathan Lawrentschuk
Keyword(s):  
Flow Rate ◽  
External Pressure ◽  
Flow Rates ◽  
Pumping System ◽  
External Pressures ◽  
Basic Physics ◽  
Traditional Irrigation ◽  
Irrigation Solution ◽  
Bladder Fullness

Objective. To investigate the effects of height, external pressure, and bladder fullness on the flow rate in continuous, non-continuous cystoscopy and the automated irrigation fluid pumping system (AIFPS).Materials. Each experiment had two 2-litre 0.9% saline bags connected to a continuous, non-continuous cystoscope or AIFPS via irrigation tubing. Other equipment included height-adjustable drip poles, uroflowmetry devices, and model bladders.Methods. In Experiment 1, saline bags were elevated to measure the increment in flow rate. In Experiment 2, saline bags were placed under external pressures to evaluate the effect on flow rate. In Experiment 3, flow rate changes in response to variable bladder fullness were measured.Results. Elevating saline bags caused an increase in flow rates, however the increment slowed down beyond a height of 80 cm. Increase in external pressure on saline bags elevated flow rates, but inconsistently. A fuller bladder led to a decrease in flow rates. In all experiments, the AIFPS posted consistent flow rates.Conclusions. Traditional irrigation systems were susceptible to changes in height of irrigation solution, external pressure application, and bladder fullness thus creating inconsistent flow rates. The AIFPS produced consistent flow rates and was not affected by any of the factors investigated in the study.

Optimal Design of an Electrothermal Microfluidic Pump

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. Du ◽  
Souran Manoochehri
Keyword(s):  
Flow Pattern ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Smooth Surface ◽  
Wet Etching ◽  
Oscillating Flow ◽  
Planar Case ◽  
Ac Electrokinetics ◽  
Actuation Mechanism ◽  
Pumping System ◽  
Optimization Methodology

AC electrokinetics in microfluidic systems has been extensively investigated for its great potential in microfluidic pumping applications. The oscillating flow pattern in a microchannel with planar floor configuration restricts the pumping capacity due to the fast recirculating vortices over the electrode surface positioned in the microchannel floor. Patterned microgrooved floor in a fluidic microchannel can be employed to modify the flow pattern and make it uniaxial thus increase the net flow rate. Silicon KOH wet etching can be utilized to fabricate the microgrooved floor of the channel for its highly smooth surface quality and precise and reproducible configuration. We have developed an optimization methodology for the design of microgrooved configuration for a microfluidic pump using alternating current electrothermal (AC ET) actuation mechanism. The flow rate for the AC ET pumping system with optimized microgrooved floor can be higher as compared to the planar case without any significant increases of the temperature profile. In this paper, we are presenting the results of an optimum microgrooved floor configuration for an effective pumping application.

A new preset refueling mode for gasoline dispenser using frequency converter and flow rate signals

2016 ◽  
Vol 230 (6) ◽  
pp. 440-446
Author(s):  
Yajun Liu ◽  
J Cai ◽  
ZY Wang ◽  
ZY Huang
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Rotational Speed ◽  
Frequency Converter ◽  
Solenoid Valve ◽  
Measurement Transducer ◽  
Variable Speed ◽  
Service Station ◽  
Pumping System

Fuel dispenser is an integrated fuel pumping and metering system for automotive refueling at the service station. In this paper, we develop a preset refueling mode for the dispenser. A frequency converter and the flow rate signal from the measurement transducer are utilized instead of the solenoid valve, which is used to control the flow rate in the traditional refueling mode. With variable speed pumping system, the rotational speed of the pump is adjusted to achieve the desired flow rate and head necessary for the application. All the experiments were operated on a real dispenser system. How the frequency influences the refueling accuracy is observed. Through choosing a suitable frequency, not only accuracy but also energy efficiency improves compared with the traditional refueling mode. It is able to provide a reference for authority to fill in gaps in low-quantity (less than 5 L) refueling.

scholarly journals Optimal design of electromagnetically actuated MEMS cantilevers

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paolo Di Barba ◽  
Teodor Gotszalk ◽  
Wojciech Majstrzyk ◽  
Maria Evelina Mognaschi ◽  
Karolina Orlowska ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Silicon On Insulator ◽  
Electromagnetic Actuation ◽  
Effective Technique ◽  
Cost Effective Technique ◽  
Sensor Properties ◽  
Mems Cantilevers ◽  
Electromagnetically Actuated ◽  
Soi Technology

In this paper we present the numerical and experimental results of a design optimization of electromagnetic cantilevers. In particular, a cost-effective technique of evolutionary computing enabling the simultaneous minimization of multiple criteria is applied. A set of optimal solutions are subsequently fabricated and measured. The designed structures are fabricated in arrays, which makes the comparison and measurements of the sensor properties reliable. The microfabrication process, based on the silicon on insulator (SOI) technology, is proposed in order to minimize parasitic phenomena and enable efficient electromagnetic actuation. Measurements on the fabricated prototypes assessed the proposed methodological approach.

scholarly journals DEVELOPMENT OF AERODYNAMIC DIAGRAMS OF HIGH-LOADED REVERSE AXIAL FANS

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 72-81
Author(s):  
Pavel V. Kosykh
Keyword(s):  
Flow Rate ◽  
Total Pressure ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Guide Vane ◽  
Pressure Coefficient ◽  
Aerodynamic Characteristics ◽  
Inlet Guide Vane ◽  
Ansys Software ◽  
Axial Fans ◽  
Limiting Values

Present-day achievements in the field of strength calculation and structural optimization allow creating main mine fans with higher tip speed than in currently used machines. The paper considers the features of calculating the aerodynamic diagrams of mine reverse axial fans with a tip speed over 200 m/s. It is shown that at such speed it is possible to obtain high-flow fans with significantly smaller dimensions than their existing counterparts. Aerodynamic diagrams with high reverse characteristics (flow rate of more than 0.7 from the direct mode for the network of the same aerodynamic characteristics as in direct mode) are developed. The aerodynamic characteristics of the developed diagrams are calculated in the ANSYS software package. It is shown that an increase in the tip speed contributes to an increase in reverse properties of fans compared to less high-speed machines designed for the same total pressure. The limiting values of axial velocity coefficient and pressure coefficient are determined, at which it is possible to obtain a fan without an inlet guide vane, with a monotonic dependence of total pressure on flow rate.

Effect of the axial gap on the energy consumption of a single-blade wastewater pump

2020 ◽  
pp. 095765092092736
Author(s):  
Federico Caruso ◽  
Craig Meskell
Keyword(s):  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Power Consumption ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Volumetric Flow Rate ◽  
Energy Performance ◽  
Navier Stokes ◽  
Gap Size ◽  
Ansys Fluent ◽  
Outlet Pressure ◽  
Pressure Discharge

The effect of the axial gap on the energy consumption of a single-blade wastewater pump (Sulzer XFP PE-2 150E CB1.1) is assessed using unsteady Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes simulations with ANSYS Fluent. The numerical model was compared to experimental data with a nominal design configuration (i.e. gap size) to provide confidence in the modeling approach. The global performance of the pump was evaluated in terms of pressure-discharge, torque, and efficiency for a range of volumetric flow rates (110 m3ċh−1 to 254 m3ċh−1) and gap sizes (0.3 mm to 1.15 mm). While it is found that the power consumption at a given flow rate is reduced with increased gap, this is at the expense of a drop in outlet pressure, and hence the efficiency of the pump drops significantly. At the largest volumetric flow rate considered (254 m3ċh−1), the sensitivity of the efficiency to the gap size is −13.5%ċmm−1 and the sensitivity of the reduction in mechanical power consumption to gap size is 0.58 kWċmm−1. These results emphasize the importance of active maintenance during the lifetime of a wastewater pump to avoid a reduction in the energy performance caused by increased gap size.

scholarly journals Numerical Study on Regenerative Cooling Characteristics of Kerosene Scramjets

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Xuan Jin ◽  
Chibing Shen ◽  
Xianyu Wu
Keyword(s):  
Heat Transfer ◽  
Heat Flux ◽  
Heat Transfer Coefficient ◽  
Transfer Coefficient ◽  
Mass Flow Rate ◽  
Mass Flow ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Fluid Velocity ◽  
Regenerative Cooling ◽  
Outlet Pressure

The use of kerosene-based regenerative cooling for scramjet has been found widespread attention due to its inherent nature of high energy utilization efficiency and good thermal protection performance. In order to provide a reference for the later design and experiments, three-dimensional turbulence simulations and sensitivity analysis were performed to determine the effects of three operating mode parameters, heat flux, mass flow rate, and outlet pressure, on the regenerative cooling characteristics of kerosene scramjets. A single rectangular-shaped channel for regenerative cooling was assumed. The RNG k-ε turbulence model and kerosene cracking mechanism with single-step global reaction were applied for the supercritical-pressure heat transfer of kerosene flows in the channel. Conclusions can be drawn that as the kerosene temperature rises along the channel, the decrease of fluid density and viscosity contributes to increasing the fluid velocity and heat transfer. When the kerosene temperature is close to the pseudocritical temperature, the pyrolysis reaction results into the rapid increase of fluid velocity. However, the heat transfer deterioration occurs as the specific heat and thermal conductivity experience their turning points. The higher heat flux leads to lower heat transfer coefficient, and the latter stops rising when the wall temperature reaches the pseudocritical temperature. The same rising trend of the heat transfer coefficient is observed under different outlet pressures, but the heat transfer deterioration occurs earlier at smaller outlet pressure for the reason that the corresponding pseudocritical temperature decreases. The heat transfer coefficient increases significantly along with the rise of the mass flow rate, which is mainly attributable to the increase of Reynolds number. Quantitative results indicate that as the main influence factors, the heat flux and mass flow rate are respectively negatively and positively relative to the intensification of heat transfer, but outlet pressure always has little effects on cooling performance.

scholarly journals An integrated analysis of productivity, hole quality and cost estimation of single-pulse laser drilling process

2020 ◽  
pp. 095440542096816
Author(s):  
Shoaib Sarfraz ◽  
Essam Shehab ◽  
Konstantinos Salonitis ◽  
Wojciech Suder ◽  
Misbah Niamat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pulse Duration ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Pulse Energy ◽  
Gas Flow ◽  
Single Pulse ◽  
Laser Drilling ◽  
Drilling Process ◽  
Gas Flow Rate ◽  
Hole Quality ◽  
Drilling Cost

Laser drilling is a well-established manufacturing process utilised to produce holes in various aeroengine components. This research presents an experimental investigation on the effects of laser drilling process parameters on productivity (material removal rate), hole quality (hole taper) and drilling cost. Single-pulse drilling was employed to drill a thin-walled Inconel 718 superalloy plate of 1 mm thickness using pulsed Nd:YAG laser. The experiments were designed using Box-Behnken statistical approach to investigate the impacts of pulse energy, pulse duration, gas pressure and gas flow rate on the selected responses. Multi-objective optimisation was performed using response surface methodology (RSM) based grey rational analysis (GRA) to identify optimal drilling conditions aiming to maximise the MRR and minimise hole taper and drilling cost. The optimal combination of drilling parameters was found as pulse energy of 20 J, pulse duration of 6 ms, gas pressure of 100 psi and gas flow rate of 40 mm3/s. A detailed cost analysis identified labour cost, gas consumption and machine costs as the major cost elements of the laser drilling process.

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