3D Numerical Simulation on Annular Diffuser Temperature Distribution Enhancement by Different Twist Arrangement

The influence of twist arrangement on the temperature
distribution in an annular diffuser fitted with twisted rectangular hub
is investigated. Different pitches (Y = 120 mm, 100 mm, 80 mm, and
60 mm) for the twist arrangements are simulated to be compared. The
geometry of the annular diffuser and the inlet condition for the hub
arrangements are kept constant. The result reveals that using twisted
rectangular hub insert with different pitches will force the
temperature to distribute in a circular direction. However,
temperature distribution will be enhanced with the length pitch
increases.





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