Numerical Studies of Two-phase Flows and Heat Transfer

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The growing complexity of modern thermofluid systems has imposed increasingly stringent requirements on enhanced design tools, which, in turn, requires a better understanding of the fluid flow and heat transfer in the thermofluid system. A viable and relative inexpensive approach to improve the exiting design tools is through the development of advanced numerical models that can be used for numerical simulations of fluid flow and heat transfer in industrial thermofluid systems. Thus, the need for time-consuming and expensive testing can be reduced. This proposal deals with formulating and verifying mathematical and numerical models and their applications in industries to improve/optimize the thermofluid systems.***The goals of this proposed research are:***(1) to improve the performance of power plant condensers;***(2) to optimize the designs of fluidized beds for thermal cracking process; ***(3) to increase the efficiency of industrial dryers; and***(4) to develop control systems for nuclear reactors to improve their safety and efficiency. ***The significance of the proposed research is that it will provide improved design tools for designs of high efficiency industrial thermofluid systems, and train highly qualified personnel (5 Ph.D. and 3 master's students) who will not only have the general knowledge of numerical simulations of fluid flow and heat transfer, but also have the ability to apply the general knowledge in various industrial applications.