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Modelling spray impingement using linear stability theories for droplet shattering

  • Korea University

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Abstract

This paper compares several linear-theory-based models for droplet shattering employed for simulations of spray impingement on flat wall surface or a circular cylinder. Numerical simulations are conducted using a stochastic separated flow (SSF) technique that includes sub-models for droplet dynamics and impact. Results for spray impingement over a flat wall indicate that the linear theory applicable for a single droplet impact over-predicts the number of satellite (or secondary) droplets upon shattering when compared to experimental data. The causes for the observed discrepancies are discussed. Numerical simulation results for spray impingement over a circular cylinder in cross flow are obtained and discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)469-489
Number of pages21
JournalInternational Journal for Numerical Methods in Fluids
Volume50
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 10 2006

Keywords

  • Distribution
  • Droplet
  • Finger
  • Impact
  • Linear theories
  • Satellite
  • Seconday instability
  • Shattering
  • Splashing
  • Spray

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