Fluid Flow Around a Wavy Tape in a Tube Simulation

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The present study investigates the fluid flow passing through a circular cross-section tube with a wavy tape inside it.

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Fluid Flow Around a Wavy Tape in a Tube, ANSYS Fluent CFD Simulation Training

The present study investigates the fluid flow passing through a circular cross-section tube, using a wavy tape as a barrier by ANSYS Fluent software. This waveform acts as a thermal insulator. The purpose of the present study is to investigate the heat transfer in a tube.

Assumptions for fluid flow around wavy tape CFD simulation

To simulate the present problem, several assumptions are considered:

The simulation is Steady-State and the solver is Pressure-Based. Also, the gravity effect is ignored

Geometry & Mesh

The present 3-D model was designed by Design Modeler software. The geometry of the model is a circular cross-section tube having barriers in the form of a wavy bar. Due to the symmetry of the model, the desired geometry is designed as a semi-cylinder. The unstructured mesh was done using ANSYS Meshing software. The element number is equal to 653307.

CFD Simulation Procedure

Here is a summary of the steps to define and solve the problem in the table:

Models
Laminar Viscous model
on energy
Boundary conditions for fluid flow around wavy tape CFD simulation
velocity-inlet Inlet
0.0110334 m.s-1 velocity magnitude
293.15 K temperature
pressure-outlet Outlet
0 Pa gauge pressure
wall Walls type
0 W.m-2 heat flux wave wall
360 K temperature outer wall
Solution Methods
Simple   Pressure-velocity coupling
second order upwind pressure Spatial discretization
second order upwind momentum
second order upwind energy
Initialization for fluid flow around wavy tape simulation
Standard Initialization method
-0.0110334 m.s-1 z-velocity
293.15 K temperature

CFD Results

After the solution process, the 3D and 2D contours of pressure, temperature, velocity, 2D and 3D flow lines and 2D and 3D velocity vectors are obtained.

1 review for Fluid Flow Around a Wavy Tape in a Tube Simulation

  1. Avatar Of Chauncey Reichert

    Chauncey Reichert

    What are the boundary conditions set for this simulation?

    • Avatar Of Mr Cfd Support

      MR CFD Support

      The boundary conditions include the velocity inlet and pressure outlet. These are set based on the specifics of the tube design and the operating conditions.

  2. Avatar Of Dr. Colin Pollich

    Dr. Colin Pollich

    What are the main factors affecting the heat transfer performance of a tube with a wavy tape?

    • Avatar Of Mr Cfd Support

      MR CFD Support

      The main factors include the design of the tape (e.g., wave amplitude and frequency), the properties of the fluid (e.g., flow rate, temperature, and thermal properties), and the operating conditions.

  3. Avatar Of Prof. Maye Huel Dds

    Prof. Maye Huel DDS

    Great results! I was impressed by the details in the 3D and 2D contours. Can you share more about how the presence of the wavy tape influenced heat transfer in the tube?

    • Avatar Of Mr Cfd Support

      MR CFD Support

      We’re glad you liked the simulation results! The wavy tape creates turbulence within the flow, which enhances mixing and consequently increases the heat transfer rate within the tube. The surface texture of the wavy tape increases the surface area for heat exchange, contributing to a more efficient transfer of heat from the tape to the fluid or vice versa.

  4. Avatar Of Aisha Anderson Iv

    Aisha Anderson IV

    How does the wavy tape enhance heat transfer in the tube?

    • Avatar Of Mr Cfd Support

      MR CFD Support

      The wavy tape disrupts the flow, creating turbulence and increasing the convective heat transfer. It also increases the contact surface area between the fluid and the tube, which further enhances heat transfer.

  5. Avatar Of Margaret

    Margaret

    Even though the inlet velocity magnitude of water is low ( 0.0110334 m/s), doesn’t the wavy tape inside the pipe cause turbulent flow?

  6. Avatar Of Celine Schulist

    Celine Schulist

    Does this simulation also take into account any radiative heat transfer or is it purely conductive and convective heat transfer that’s observed?

    • Avatar Of Mr Cfd Support

      MR CFD Support

      In this provided case of simulation, heat transfer is handled purely through conductive and convective means. The Radiative heat transfer effect has not been included in the set of assumptions for this particular study.

  7. Avatar Of Dr. Lafayette Kuhn

    Dr. Lafayette Kuhn

    I have a keen interest in a simulation that involves an alternate tape design. Is it possible for you to facilitate this?

    • Avatar Of Mr Cfd Support

      MR CFD Support

      Sure! We can help with simulations involving different tape designs. Please provide more details about your requirements, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.

  8. Avatar Of Jenifer Ruecker

    Jenifer Ruecker

    The training material for simulating fluid flow around a wavy tape in a tube was comprehensive and well-structured. I particularly appreciated the detailed step-by-step approach to setting up and solving the simulation in ANSYS Fluent. The insights into the thermal insulation effectiveness of the wavy tape were quite intriguing.

    • Avatar Of Mr Cfd Support

      MR CFD Support

      Thank you for your positive feedback on our training material. We are delighted to know that you found the instructions comprehensive and that the simulation provided valuable insights into thermal insulation. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to supporting you in more CFD learning adventures!

  9. Avatar Of Gaetano Mante I

    Gaetano Mante I

    Splendid work on this CFD simulation! The wavy tape as a thermal insulator in a circular tube seems like a clever idea. The visual results demonstrating pressure and temperature variations suggest a profound understanding of fluid dynamics. The thorough approach from assumptions to solving with ANSYS Fluent shows significant expertise. Great job on the utilization of the Laminar model and the detailed boundary conditions application. It’s always exciting to see theory applied effectively in simulations like this.

    • Avatar Of Mr Cfd Support

      MR CFD Support

      We greatly appreciate your kind words and are glad to know that you find the simulation insightful. At MR CFD, we strive to provide simulations that are not only technically sound but also clear to understand and apply. Thank you for recognizing the effort and expertise that goes into each project. Should you have more questions or need further assistance, we’re always here to help!

  10. Avatar Of Sid Fay

    Sid Fay

    This training product seems very comprehensive. Are there any visual materials or tutorials included to help understand the simulation process better?

    • Avatar Of Mr Cfd Support

      MR CFD Support

      Yes, we have a full suite of visual materials that accompany this training product, including step-by-step tutorial videos, graphical illustrations of the setup, and detailed screenshots to guide you through the simulation process and help you understand the CFD analysis comprehensively.

  11. Avatar Of Demarcus Abbott Phd

    Demarcus Abbott PhD

    Really impressed with the level of detail in the simulation outcomes! The complete picture of the fluid dynamics you’ve described was extremely educational.

    • Avatar Of Mr Cfd Support

      MR CFD Support

      Thank you for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that the details provided in the simulation were educational and that you were satisfied with the level of understanding it conferred. Your feedback is deeply appreciated!

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