Mathematical Modeling of Tube-Support Fouling in Nuclear Steam Generators

Yasser Rihan*
*Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Atomic Energy Authority, Anshas, Egypt
Periodicity:May - July'2014
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jme.4.3.2724

Abstract

Particle deposition on steam generator tubes and supports is a complex phenomenon involving many mechanisms that interact. The approach taken in this paper was to characterize the two-phase flow patterns existing designs, correlate these with fouling patterns observed in the field, and develop a support fouling mathematical model to better understand the dynamics of the fouling mechanisms. A computer program was coded to predict the deposit is thickness in and near a support. This model has the same classic particle deposition models as in the larger codes, but considers additional factors such as stagnation zones and surface normal to the flow.

Keywords

Fouling, Nuclear, Steam Generator, Modeling.

How to Cite this Article?

Rihan, Y. (2014). Mathematical Modeling of Tube-Support Fouling in Nuclear Steam Generators. i-manager's Journal on Mechanical Engineering, 4(3), 1-8. https://doi.org/10.26634/jme.4.3.2724

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