Investigation of Different Internal Flows Using Different Transitional Models

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Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran

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Prediction of flow behavior in the transition region is the key issue in many scientific problems. Many attempts have been made by researchers to propose and modify the models estimating the flow behavior in this region. In these flows, the governing equations, including the continuity, the Navier-Stokes, and the transmittance along with the Shear Stress Transport models are solved simultaneously to predict the flow behavior. There are several coefficients in the governing equations which affect the flow simulation. In this study, the transitional shear stress transport model is modified by altering two coefficients in the intermittency equation. A combination of these coefficients is implemented, and the effects are studied. To assess the accuracy of the proposed coefficients in simulation, they are applied to three individual internal flows, including a smooth axisymmetric pipe, two parallel plates, and a backward-facing step. Different variables such as the friction factor coefficient, fully developed friction factor, and the reattachment length are explored. A comparison between the results and both analytical and experimental data confirms a good accuracy in the predictions. Furthermore, using the presented models the entrance length is well predicted in turbulent and transitional flows.

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Amirkabir Journal of Mechanical Engineering
Volume 54, Issue 9
December 2022
Pages 1989-2008

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