https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/20134501101
Simulation of multiphase flow in hydrocyclone
Brno University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Technická 2896/2, 61669, Brno, Czech Republic
Multiphase gas-liquid-solid swirling flow within hydrocyclone is simulated. Geometry and boundary conditions are based on Hsieh's 75 mm hydrocyclone. Extensive simulations point that standard mixture model with careful selection of interphase drag law is suitable for correct prediction of particle classification in case of dilute suspensions. However this approach fails for higher mass loading. It is also confirmed that Reynolds stress model is the best choice for multiphase modeling of the swirling flow on relatively coarse grids.
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