Abstract
This paper presents the experimental analysis of separation in vertical headers based on flow visualization. Two-phase separation phenomena inside the header is observed and quantified. Driving forces are analyzed to study the mechanisms for two-phase flow motion and flow regimes. Main tube of the header is made of clear PVC for visualization study. R-134a is used as the fluid of interest and the mass flux from the inlet pass is 55 kg/m2s - 195 kg/m2s. Potential ways to improve two-phase separation are discussed. A model is built to show how separation brings potential benefits to MAC heat exchangers by arranging the flow path.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Journal | SAE Technical Papers |
| Volume | 2016-April |
| Issue number | April |
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| State | Published - Apr 5 2016 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | SAE 2016 World Congress and Exhibition - Detroit, United States Duration: Apr 12 2016 → Apr 14 2016 |
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