Team Members
Jorge Rodriquez
Yong Sheng Khoo
Motivation & Objective
Create a CFD simulation to predict velocity gradients and pressure losses for each baffle in the flocculation tank. Use results to optimize the design of the flocculation tank.
Semester Research Goals
- # Model and validate a simple 180 degree turn over two baffles:Perform a mesh sensitivity analysis (using coarse, medium and fine meshes)
Model the baffles using alternate Turbulence models (K-e Standard, K-e Realizable, K-w)
Analyze the effects of changing the baffle clearance height
Understand and analyze the relationship between Strain Rate, Energy Dissipation and Kinematic Viscosity
Create a flexible mesh that uses parametrization to easily change geometry dimensions
Analyze the effect of the Reynolds Number on the results
Create fully second order accurate model
Analyze the sensitivity of the model to convergence residuals# Model flocculation tank and compare Simulation to Experimental results.