Effect of preheated swirling multi-annular jets on mixing and flow characteristics in various expanded confinements
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Ritesh Srivastava
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Vivek Kumar Patel
Abstract
Understanding how preheated multi-annular swirling air jets mix within confinements of different expansion ratios is crucial. This knowledge is essential for applications like gas turbine combustors, where efficient mixing and maintaining flame stability are essential for optimal performance. The central recirculation zone (CRZ) is crucial in improving mixing in swirling confined flows. This investigation focuses on the computational analysis of the mixing and flow characteristics of three swirling air jets, considering the effects of varying expansion ratios and preheating of the jets within different confinements. The study utilized the CFD software ANSYS FLUENT to investigate the impact of jet preheating on the recirculation zone and flow behavior within confinement. The Realizable k-ε turbulence model was employed, and the CFD code was validated by comparing its results with experimental data available in the literature. In the present investigation, it was found that the preheating of jets influences the size of the recirculation zone at a specific swirl combination. The findings offer valuable insights into the mixing behavior of preheated jets in both non-expanded and expanded confinements.
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Research ethics: Not applicable.
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Informed consent: Not applicable.
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Author contributions: All authors have accepted responsibility for the entire content of this manuscript and approved its submission.
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Use of Large Language Models, AI and Machine Learning Tools: None declared.
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Conflict of interest: The authors state no conflict of interest.
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Research funding: None declared.
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Data availability: The raw data can be obtained on request from the corresponding author.
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- Impact of annular ribs in sudden expansion flow conditions to control base pressure
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