Unit information: Multiphase Flow in 2008/09

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Unit name Multiphase Flow
Unit code MENG31102
Credit points 10
Level of study H/6
Teaching block(s) Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24)
Unit director Dr. Gilbertson
Open unit status Not open
Pre-requisites

MENG21201 EMAT20200 or equivalent

Co-requisites

None

School/department Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty Faculty of Engineering

Description including Unit Aims

The aim of this element is to introduce students to the characteristics and modelling of dispersed flows, particularly those composed of bubbles and particles. The course covers the concept of characterisation for the description of multiphase flows, especially the various methods used to describe the size distribution of particles. Students are taught how to calculate the steady and unsteady motion of single particles and how particles interact with one another. The methods for homogeneous and separated multiphase flows used for modelling and their limitations are then described for several different situations. This will include a description of the mechanisms of boiling. Direct teaching is supported by problem sheets.