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Fluid Flow Dynamics and Micro-Dust Separation in Multi-Module Cyclone-Separators: Experimental Research and Comparative Analysis

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: An improved multi-module gas purification device is capable of removing micro-particles with an overall efficiency of over 95% at an average velocity of 16 m/s under a flow distribution ratio of 50/50. Its operation is based on the separation and filtration effect, and the multi-module design increases gas flow processing capacity without increasing the size of the device, and ensures good sustainable development as an innovation. The effects of one, dual, and triple-module configurations were experimentally investigated in terms of gas flow and distribution in channels, including pressure drag and separation level. For a comparative analysis of three pilot models of the device, granite micro-dust and wood ash were used as test particles. At an average micro-dust concentration of 4.5 g/m3, a pressure drop of less than 1600 Pa and a separation level of more than 93% were achieved.

Source: Separations

DOI: 10.3390/separations12110313

Author: Aleksandras Chlebnikovas

Institution: Vilnius Gediminas Technical University

Language: English

Topic: Cyclone Separators and Fluid Dynamics

Subfield: Computational Mechanics

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,137