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Flow-induced vibrations in two-phase flow

Journal Article · · Journal of Pressure Vessel Technology; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2928751· OSTI ID:5648297
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  1. Argonne National Lab., IL (United States). Materials and Components Technology Div.
Two-phase flow exists in many shell-and-tube heat exchangers and power generation components. The flowing fluid is a source of energy that can induce small-amplitude subcritical oscillations and large-amplitude dynamic instabilities. In fact, many practical system components have experienced excessive flow-induced vibrations. This paper reviews the current understanding of variation of circular cylinders in quiescent fluid, cross-flow, and axial flow, with emphasis on excitation mechanisms, mathematical models, and available experimental data. A unified theory is presented for cylinders oscillating under different flow conditions.
OSTI ID:
5648297
Journal Information:
Journal of Pressure Vessel Technology; (United States), Journal Name: Journal of Pressure Vessel Technology; (United States) Vol. 113:2; ISSN JPVTA; ISSN 0094-9930
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English