A Navier-Stokes solution of the three-dimensional viscous compressible flow in a centrifugal compressor impellerA two-dimensional time-dependent computer code was utilized to calculate the three-dimensional steady flow within the impeller blading. The numerical method is an explicit time marching scheme in two spatial dimensions. Initially, an inviscid solution is generated on the hub blade-to-blade surface by the method of Katsanis and McNally (1973). Starting with the known inviscid solution, the viscous effects are calculated through iteration. The approach makes it possible to take into account principal impeller fluid-mechanical effects. It is pointed out that the second iterate provides a complete solution to the three-dimensional, compressible, Navier-Stokes equations for flow in a centrifugal impeller. The problems investigated are related to the study of a radial impeller and a backswept impeller.
Document ID
19780028394
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Harp, J. L., Jr. (Thermo Mechanical Systems Co. Canoga Park, Calif., United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1977
Subject Category
Aerodynamics
Meeting Information
Meeting: Transonic flow problems in turbomachinery