Volumes | Turbo Expo: Power for Land, Sea, and Air | American Society of Mechanical Engineers Digital Collection

Topics: Compressors , Design , Pressure , Separation (Technology) , Stators , Flow (Dynamics) , Optimization , Surges , Corners (Structural elements) , Cross-flow

Non-Axisymmetric End Wall Profiling in Transonic Compressors—Part II: Design Study of a Transonic Compressor Rotor Using Non-Axisymmetric End Walls—Optimization Strategies and Performance

Steffen Reising, Heinz-Peter Schiffer

GT 2009; 25-37doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59134

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Topics: Compressors , Design , Optimization , Rotors , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Boundary layers , Chain , Computational fluid dynamics , Cross-flow

Enhancing the Stability of Subsonic Compressors Using Casing Grooves

Tim Houghton, Ivor Day

GT 2009; 39-48doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59210

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Topics: Compressors , Stability , Flow (Dynamics) , Blades , Computational methods , Design , Outflow , Rotors

Experimental Investigation on the Effects of Unsteady Excitation Frequency of Casing Treatment on Transonic Compressor Performance

Wei Tuo, Yajun Lu, Wei Yuan, Sheng Zhou, Qiushi Li

GT 2009; 49-55doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59281

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Topics: Compressors , Excitation , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Rotors

The Design of Highly Loaded Axial Compressors

Tony Dickens, Ivor Day

GT 2009; 57-67doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59291

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Topics: Compressors , Design , Computational fluid dynamics , Pressure , Stators , Flow (Dynamics) , Rotors , Blades , Corners (Structural elements) , Cycles

Application of a Navier-Stokes Solver to the Study of Open Rotor Aerodynamics

Alexios Zachariadis, Cesare A. Hall

GT 2009; 69-80doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59332

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Topics: Aerodynamics , Rotors , Boundary-value problems , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Engines , Turbomachinery

Riblets in Turbulent Flow Regimes of 2-D Compressor Blades

Stephan Klumpp, Matthias Meinke, Wolfgang Schro¨der, Bjo¨rn Feldhaus, Fritz Klocke

GT 2009; 81-90doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59352

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Turbulence , Durability , Airfoils , Bending (Stress) , Deformation , Diffusion (Physics) , Drag reduction , Flow (Dynamics)

A Three-Dimensional CFD Design Study of a Circulation Control Inlet Guide Vane for a Transonic Compressor

Sandra L. Gunter, Stephen A. Guillot, Wing F. Ng, S. Todd Bailie

GT 2009; 91-101doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59360

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Topics: Compressors , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Inlet guide vanes , Flow turning , Mach number , Optimization , Airfoils , Geometry , Manufacturing

Experimental Investigation of Two-Phase Flow Phenomena in Transonic Compressor Cascades

Tjark Eisfeld, Franz Joos

GT 2009; 103-112doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59365

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Topics: Compressors , Two-phase flow , Drops , Blades , Air flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Water , Collisions (Physics) , Compression , Deformation

Advanced Non-Axisymmetric Endwall Contouring for Axial Compressors by Generating an Aerodynamic Separator—Part I: Principal Cascade Design and Compressor Application

Christian Dorfner, Alexander Hergt, Eberhard Nicke, Reinhard Moenig

GT 2009; 113-120doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59383

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Topics: Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Compressors , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Optimization , Rotors , Blades , Chain , Corners (Structural elements) , Design methodology

Advanced Non-Axisymmetric Endwall Contouring for Axial Compressors by Generating an Aerodynamic Separator—Part II: Experimental and Numerical Cascade Investigation

Alexander Hergt, Christian Dorfner, Wolfgang Steinert, Eberhard Nicke, Heinz-Adolf Schreiber

GT 2009; 121-131doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59384

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Topics: Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Compressors , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Blades , Boundary layers , Vortices , Computer simulation , Corners (Structural elements) , Flow simulation

Investigation of Skewed Slot Casing on Transonic Axial-Flow Fan Stage

Jialing Lu, Wuli Chu, Yanhui Wu

GT 2009; 133-144doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59417

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Topics: Axial flow , Boundary-value problems , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer software , Design , Rotors , Simulation , Turbochargers

Effects of Endwall Profiling on Axial Flow Compressor Stage

Jialing Lu, Wuli Chu, Yanhui Wu

GT 2009; 145-154doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59418

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Topics: Axial flow , Compressors , Stators , Corners (Structural elements) , Separation (Technology) , Engineering design , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Turbines

Examination of Rotating Stall Inception in a Small High Speed Axial Compressor

L. G. N. Bennett, W. D. E. Allan

GT 2009; 155-165doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59420

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Topics: Compressors , Stall inception , Pressure measurement , Air flow , Gasoline engines , Inspection , Pneumatic valves , Pressure , Service life (Equipment) , Signal processing

Fan Root Aerodynamics for Large Bypass Gas Turbine Engines: Influence on the Engine Performance and 3D Design

Giulio Zamboni, Liping Xu

GT 2009; 167-178doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59498

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Topics: Aerodynamics , Design , Engines , Gas turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Compressors , Leakage flows , Computational fluid dynamics , Cycles , Fuel consumption

Online Stall Control With the Digital Signal Processing Method in an Axial Compressor

Zhiting Tong, Lin Li, Chaoqun Nie, Bin Lin, Yaoxin Cui, Wei Qi

GT 2009; 179-186doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59509

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Topics: Compressors , Signal processing , Control systems , Signals , Control theory , Unsteady flow , Valves

Effects of Upstream Wake Phasing on Transonic Axial Compressor Performance

S. P. R. Nolan, B. B. Botros, C. S. Tan, J. J. Adamczyk, E. M. Greitzer, S. E. Gorrell

GT 2009; 187-201doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59556

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Topics: Compressors , Wakes , Rotors , Pressure , Blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Vortices , Wake turbulence , Clearances (Engineering) , Stability

Numerical Study on End-Wall Flow in Highly Loaded Supercritical Compressor Cascades

Bin Jiang, Songtao Wang, Guotai Feng, Zhongqi Wang

GT 2009; 203-214doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59589

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Topics: Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Boundary layers , Flow separation , Optimization , Shock waves , Suction , Aerodynamics , Computer simulation

Rotor Casing Contouring in High Pressure Stages of Heavy Duty Gas Turbine Compressors With Large Tip Clearance Heights

Georg Kro¨ger, Christian Cornelius, Eberhard Nicke

GT 2009; 215-225doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59626

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Compressors , Gas turbines , High pressure (Physics) , Rotors , Pressure , Blades , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry

Experimental and Numerical Analysis of Axial Skewed Slot Casing Treatments for a Transonic Compressor Stage

Florian C. T. Danner, Hans-Peter Kau, Martin M. Mu¨ller, Heinz-Peter Schiffer, Giovanni A. Brignole

GT 2009; 227-238doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59647

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Topics: Compressors , Numerical analysis , Pressure , Design , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Rotors , Simulation , Cavities , Computational fluid dynamics

Influence of Surface Roughness on the Performance of a Compressor Blade in a Linear Cascade: Experiment and Modeling

Seung Chul Back, In Cheol Jeong, Jeong Lak Sohn, Seung Jin Song

GT 2009; 239-247doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59703

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Topics: Blades , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Compressors , Modeling , Surface roughness , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas turbines , Pressure , Testing performance

Unsteady Pressure Measurements in a Single Stage Low Pressure Axial Compressor: Tip Vortex Flow and Stall Inception

J. F. Brouckaert, N. Van de Wyer, B. Farkas, F. Ullmann, J. Desset, J. de Laborderie, M. Chome´, S. Hiernaux

GT 2009; 249-262doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59771

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Topics: Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Pressure measurement , Stall inception , Wake turbulence , Rotors , Blades , Computational fluid dynamics , Engineering simulation

Effect of Real Geometry on Compressor Performance Predictions

Luca di Mare, Mehmet Imregun, Jeffrey S. Green

GT 2009; 263-271doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59824

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Topics: Compressors , Geometry , Blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Rotors , Annulus , Computational fluid dynamics , Deformation , Delays , Pressure

Combined Effects of Forward Sweep and Tip Clearance on the Performance of Axial Flow Compressor Stage

P. V. Ramakrishna, M. Govardhan

GT 2009; 273-282doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59840

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Topics: Axial flow , Blades , Clearances (Engineering) , Compressors

A Study of Stall Inceptions in a Low-Speed Axial-Flow Compressor With Various Radial Loadings

J. Zhang, F. Lin, J. Chen, C. Nie

GT 2009; 283-293doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59850

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Topics: Axial flow , Compressors , Stall inception , Flow (Dynamics) , Separation (Technology) , Blades , Computer simulation

Stability Enhancement of a Multi Stage Compressor by Air Injection

Sven-Ju¨rgen Hiller, Roland Matzgeller, Wolfgang Horn

GT 2009; 295-303doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59868

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Topics: Compressors , Stability , Flow (Dynamics) , Nozzles , Rotors , Temperature

Active Flow Control to Improve the Aerodynamic Performance of Axial Turbomachines

Lars Neuhaus, Olaf Wiederhold, Wolfgang Neise, Lars Enghardt, Rudibert King, Marius Swoboda

GT 2009; 305-312doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60008

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Topics: Flow control , Turbomachinery , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Blades , Rotors , Clearances (Engineering) , Control algorithms , Control equipment , Impellers

Quasi-Three Dimensional Verification of the Modular Axial Compressor Design Approach

Magdy S. Attia, Christopher Hemerly

GT 2009; 313-321doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60132

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Topics: Compressors , Design , Life cycle costing

A Method for Evaluating the Aerodynamic Stability of Multi-Stage Axial-Flow Compressors

Tsuguji Nakano, Andy Breeze-Stringfellow

GT 2009; 323-334doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60220

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Topics: Axial flow , Compressors , Stability , Blades , Density , Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Steady state , Engineers

CFD Simulations of the TP400 IPC With Enhanced Casing Treatment in Off-Design Operating Conditions

Karl Engel, Carsten Zscherp, Nina Wolfrum, Dirk Nu¨rnberger, Edmund Ku¨geler

GT 2009; 335-343doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60324

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Resolution (Optics) , Actuators , Chain , Compressors , Pressure

Design Methods and CFD Modeling for Turbomachinery

The Discrete Adjoint of a Turbomachinery RANS Solver

Christian Frey, Hans-Peter Kersken, Dirk Nu¨rnberger

GT 2009; 345-354doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59062

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Topics: Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Turbomachinery , Boundary-value problems , Flow (Dynamics) , Compressors , Computation , Flow simulation , Flux (Metallurgy) , Shape optimization

Analysis of Gas Turbine Rotating Cavities by an One-Dimensional Model

Riccardo Da Soghe, Bruno Facchini, Luca Innocenti, Mirko Micio

GT 2009; 355-364doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59185

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Topics: Cavities , Gas turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Design , Computational fluid dynamics , Rotors , Stators , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Friction , Heat transfer

Compressor Design From Specification to Validation: Application of a Fast and Reliable Process

Marco Micheli, Wolfgang Kappis, Gianfranco Guidati, Markus Felderhoff

GT 2009; 365-372doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59217

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Topics: Compressors , Design , Engineering disciplines , Engines , Blades , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Stress , Surges , Aerodynamics

Concurrent Aerodynamic-Aeromechanic Design Optimization for Turbomachinery Blades Using Adjoint Method

D. X. Wang, L. He

GT 2009; 373-383doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59240

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Topics: Blades , Design , Optimization , Turbomachinery , Flow (Dynamics) , Unsteady flow , Damping , Geometry , Navier-Stokes equations , Performance evaluation

Development of Adjoint Solvers for Engineering Gradient-Based Turbomachinery Design Applications

Andre C. Marta, Sriram Shankaran, D. Graham Holmes, Alexander Stein

GT 2009; 385-397doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59297

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Topics: Design , Turbomachinery , Computational fluid dynamics , Approximation , Machinery , Optimization

Fully Parametric High-Fidelity CFD Model for the Design Optimisation of the Cyclic Stagger Pattern of a Set of Fan Outlet Guide Vanes

Andrea Milli, Olivier Bron

GT 2009; 399-408doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59416

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Guide vanes , Optimization , Turbomachinery , Geometry , Aerodynamics , Annulus , Computer software , Engineering simulation

A Hybrid Unstructured/Spectral Method for the Resolution of Navier-Stokes Equations

Roque Corral, Javier Crespo

GT 2009; 409-418doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59491

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Topics: Navier-Stokes equations , Resolution (Optics) , Finite volume methods , Bubbles , Dimensions , Airfoils , Approximation , Fast Fourier transforms , Flat plates , Pressure gradient

Analytical Modelling of a Fluid Coupling

A. Ch. H. Kruisbrink, S. J. Pickering

GT 2009; 419-431doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59528

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Topics: Hydraulic couplings , Modeling , Pressure , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Pumps , Turbines , Vortices , Aircraft engines , Angular momentum

Calculations of High-Lift Cascades in Low Pressure Turbine Conditions Using a Three-Equation Model

Roberto Pacciani, Michele Marconcini, Atabak Fadai-Ghotbi, Sylvain Lardeau, Michael A. Leschziner

GT 2009; 433-442doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59557

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Topics: Pressure , Turbines , Separation (Technology) , Turbulence , Flow (Dynamics) , Kinetic energy , Blades , Boundary layers , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Eddies (Fluid dynamics)

Design Optimization of a Centrifugal Compressor Impeller Using Radial Basis Neural Network Method

Jin-Hyuk Kim, Jae-Ho Choi, Kwang-Yong Kim

GT 2009; 443-451doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59666

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Compressor impellers , Design , Optimization , Compressors , Impellers , Approximation , Experimental design , Flow (Dynamics) , Navier-Stokes equations

Large Eddy Simulation of a Controlled-Diffusion Cascade Blade at Varying Flow Inlet Angles

W. Andrew McMullan, Gary J. Page

GT 2009; 453-466doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59668

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Topics: Blades , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Diffusion (Physics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Large eddy simulation , Boundary layers , Pressure , Simulation , Design , Resolution (Optics)

Fully Three-Dimensional Viscous Semi-Inverse Method for Subsonic Mixed-Flow and Radial Impeller Design

Min Ji, T. Q. Dang, Michael J. Cave

GT 2009; 467-476doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59679

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Topics: Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Impellers , Blades , Design methodology , Algorithms , Boundary-value problems , Geometry , Manufacturing , Pressure

Dual Point Redesign of Axial Turbines Using a Viscous Inverse Design Method

Benedikt Roidl, Wahid Ghaly

GT 2009; 477-487doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59707

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Topics: Design methodology , Turbines , Blades , Pressure , Rotors , Stators , Turbulence , Algebra , Design , Navier-Stokes equations

A Strategy for Multi-Point Shape Optimization of Turbine Stages in Three-Dimensional Flow

Mohammad Arabnia, Wahid Ghaly

GT 2009; 489-502doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59708

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Shape optimization , Turbines , Optimization , Artificial neural networks , Design , Stators , Approximation , Blades , Computational fluid dynamics

Application of Simple Gradient-Based Method and Multi-Section Blade Parameterization Technique to Aerodynamic Design Optimization of a 3D Transonic Single Rotor Compressor

N. X. Chen, H. W. Zhang, Q. Xu, W. G. Huang

GT 2009; 503-512doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59734

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Design , Optimization , Rotors , Turbomachinery , Computation , Generators , Mesh generation , NASA

Duct Design in Subsonic and Supersonic Flow Regimes With and Without Normal Shock Wave Using Flexible String Algorithm

Mahdi Nili-Ahmadabadi, Ali Hajilouy-Benisi, Mohammad Durali, Farhad Ghadak

GT 2009; 513-523doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59744

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Ducts , Shock waves , String , Supersonic flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Deformation , Shapes , Boundary-value problems

Optimization of Variable Stator’s Angle for Off Design Compression System Using Streamline Curvature Method

Abdollah Shadaram, Alireza Fathi, Ruhollah Azizi

GT 2009; 525-532doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59772

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Topics: Compression , Design , Optimization , Stators

Application of Topology-Free Optimization to Manage Cooled Turbine Tip Heat Load

W. N. Dawes, W. P. Kellar, G. A. Richardson

GT 2009; 533-543doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59817

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Topics: Heat , Optimization , Stress , Topology , Turbines , Geometry , Cooling , Design , Blades , Computational fluid dynamics

Optimum Design and Experimental Study of a Very Low-Specific-Speed Centrifugal Blower Blade

Xinwei Shu, Chuangang Gu, Tong Wang, Bo Yang

GT 2009; 545-553doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59823

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Topics: Blades , Design , Friction , Disks , Flow (Dynamics) , Gases , Impellers , Leakage , Manufacturing , Optimization

A New Concept of a Two-Dimensional Supersonic Relative Inlet Mach Number Compressor Cascade

Toyotaka Sonoda, Markus Olhofer, Toshiyuki Arima, Bernhard Sendhoff

GT 2009; 555-565doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59926

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Topics: Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Compressors , Mach number , Computational fluid dynamics , Airfoils , Blades , Compression , Design , Evolutionary algorithms , Flow (Dynamics)

Validation of the Non-Linear Harmonic Approach for Quasi-Unsteady Simulations in Turbomachinery

Michael Hembera, Andreas Loos, Andreas Ku¨hrmann, Florian C. T. Danner, Hans-Peter Kau, Erik Johann

GT 2009; 567-577doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59933

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Topics: Simulation , Turbomachinery , Blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Compressors , Annulus , Boundary-value problems , Machinery , Rotors , Stators

Development and Validation of a New Universal Through Flow Method for Axial Compressors

Milan V. Petrovic, Alexander Wiedermann, Milan B. Banjac

GT 2009; 579-588doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59938

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Topics: Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Boundary layers , Calibration , Design , Finite element analysis , Gas turbines , Robustness

Turbocharger Design for a 1.8 Liter Turbocharged Gasoline Engine Using an Integrated Method

Tao Chen, Weilin Zhuge, Xinqian Zheng, Yangjun Zhang, Yongsheng He

GT 2009; 589-598doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59951

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Topics: Design , Gasoline engines , Turbochargers , Engines , Fuel consumption , Carbon dioxide , Design methodology , Emissions , Engineering prototypes , Flow (Dynamics)

Multiobjective Optimization Approach to Multidisciplinary Design of a Three-Dimensional Transonic Compressor Blade

Chang Luo, Liming Song, Jun Li, Zhenping Feng

GT 2009; 599-608doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59982

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Design , Pareto optimization , Algorithms , Turbomachinery , Optimization , Pressure , Stress , B-splines

2D Viscous Aerodynamic Shape Design Optimization for Turbine Blades Based on Adjoint Method

Haitao Li, Liming Song, Yingchen Li, Zhenping Feng

GT 2009; 609-617doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59999

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Topics: Optimization , Shape design , Turbine blades , Design , Blades , Boundary-value problems , Turbomachinery , Algorithms , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Compressible flow

An Accelerated 3D Navier-Stokes Solver for Flows in Turbomachines

Tobias Brandvik, Graham Pullan

GT 2009; 619-629doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60052

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Turbomachinery , Graphics processing units , Leakage , Simulation , Turbines

A Model for Potential Deterministic Effects in Transonic Compressor Flows

Stefan Stollenwerk, Dirk Nu¨rnberger

GT 2009; 631-639doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60105

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Topics: Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Blades , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Rotors , Shock (Mechanics) , Stators , Stress , Wakes , Flat plates

Reliable and Accurate Prediction of Three-Dimensional Separation in Asymmetric Diffusers Using Large-Eddy Simulation

Hayder Schneider, Dominic von Terzi, Hans-Jo¨rg Bauer, Wolfgang Rodi

GT 2009; 641-650doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60110

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Topics: Diffusers , Large eddy simulation , Separation (Technology) , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Bubbles , Pressure

Three-Dimensional Aerodynamic Design Optimization of a Turbine Blade by Using an Adjoint Method

Jiaqi Luo, Juntao Xiong, Feng Liu, Ivan McBean

GT 2009; 651-664doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60115

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Turbine blades , Blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Shapes , Turbines , Boundary-value problems , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Compression

Investigation of Tip Clearance Modeling Techniques for a Transonic Compressor Rotor

Sean T. Barrows, Ravishankar Balasubramian, Jen-Ping Chen

GT 2009; 665-672doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60136

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Compressors , Modeling , Rotors , Computational fluid dynamics , Blades , Boundary layers , Design , Engine design , Engineering simulation

Visualization and Post-Processing of Centrifugal Compressor Computational Fluid Dynamics Flow Fields

Loren Garrison, Nate Cooper

GT 2009; 673-683doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60165

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Topics: Compressors , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Visualization , Impellers , Cutting , Turbomachinery

Analysis of the Unsteady Flow in an Aspirated Counter-Rotating Compressor Using the Nonlinear Harmonic Method

Emanuele Guidotti, Mark G. Turner

GT 2009; 685-698doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60285

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Topics: Compressors , Unsteady flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Rotors , Boundary-value problems , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Inlet guide vanes , Simulation , Turbochargers

A Robust Design Optimization of a Mixed-Flow Compressor Impeller

Mert C¸evik, Og˘uz Uzol, I˙lkay Yavrucuk

GT 2009; 699-707doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60298

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Topics: Compressor impellers , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Optimization , Compressors , Engines , Impellers , Thrust , Artificial neural networks , Computer software

Noise and Innovative Noise Reduction

An Absorbing Inlet Buffer Layer for Rotor Wake/Stator Time Domain Computations

Martin Olausson, Lars-Erik Eriksson

GT 2009; 709-718doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59346

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Topics: Computation , Polishing equipment , Rotors , Stators , Wakes , Acoustics , Blades , Boundary-value problems , Geometry , Noise (Sound)

Experimental Study of Supersonic Jet Noise Reduction With Microjet Injection

Toshinori Watanabe, Ryuichi Okada, Seiji Uzawa, Takehiro Himeno, Tsutomu Oishi

GT 2009; 719-727doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59436

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Topics: Jets , Mach number , Noise (Sound) , Noise control , Nozzles , Pressure , Schlieren methods , Shear (Mechanics) , Shock (Mechanics) , Sound pressure

Experimental Study for the Effect of Vaned Diffuser Leading Edge on the Noise Generated From a Centrifugal Fan

Wei Zhang, Wu Qi Gong, Xiao Hua Fan, Guang Xi

GT 2009; 729-736doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59706

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Topics: Diffusers , Noise (Sound) , Flow (Dynamics) , Anechoic chambers , Noise control , Sound pressure

Far-Field Radiation of Aerodynamic Sound Sources in Axial Fans Fitted With Passive Noise Control Features

Stefano Bianchi, Anthony G. Sheard, Alessandro Corsini, Franco Rispoli

GT 2009; 737-747doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59980

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Topics: Aerodynamic noise , Fans , Noise control , Radiation (Physics) , Noise (Sound) , Blades , Emissions , Flow (Dynamics) , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Acoustics

Component Interactions

Duct Aerodynamics for Intercooled Aero Gas Turbines: Constraints, Concepts and Design Methodology

A. Duncan Walker, Jonathan F. Carrotte, Andrew M. Rolt

GT 2009; 749-758doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59612

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Topics: Aerodynamics , Design methodology , Ducts , Gas turbines , Design , Pressure , Aircraft engines , Compressors , Cooling , Cycles

Pressure Loss Modeling of Non-Symmetric Gas Turbine Exhaust Ducts Using CFD

Steven Farber, Wahid Ghaly

GT 2009; 759-772doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59856

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Ducts , Exhaust systems , Gas turbines , Modeling , Pressure , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Combustion gases

General Interest

A Physical Interpretation of Stagnation Pressure and Enthalpy Changes in Unsteady Flow

H. P. Hodson, T. P. Hynes, E. M. Greitzer, C. S. Tan

GT 2009; 773-784doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59374

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Topics: Enthalpy , Pressure , Unsteady flow , Fluids , Particulate matter , Turbomachinery , Wakes , Blades , Turbines , Compressors

Some Lessons Learned

N. A. Cumpsty

GT 2009; 785-794doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60368

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Dimensions , Leakage , Screw threads , Thread

Highlights of Roy Smith’s Career at GE

C. C. Koch

GT 2009; 795-800doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60369

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Topics: Compressors , Design theory , Engines , Gas turbines , International Gas Turbine Institute , Jet engines , Turbochargers

Axial Flow Turbine Aerodynamics

Gas Temperature Profile Attenuation Through a Multistage Axial-Flow Turbine

Boris I. Mamaev, Mikhail M. Petukhovskiy

GT 2009; 801-806doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59033

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Topics: Axial flow , Temperature profiles , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Airfoils , Aviation , Cooling , Design , Geometry , Rotors

Validating Numerical CFD Simulations With Experimental Data for Turbulence Phenomena in Axial Flow Gas Turbine Diffusers

Farrokh Zarifi-Rad, Hamid Vajihollahi, James O’Brien

GT 2009; 807-819doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59086

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Topics: Axial flow , Computational fluid dynamics , Diffusers , Engineering simulation , Gas turbines , Simulation , Turbulence , Blades , Computer software , Exhaust systems

An Experimental and Numerical Study of the Effects of Flow Incidence Angles on the Performance of a Stator Blade Cascade of a High Pressure Steam Turbine

Hicham A. Chibli, Sherif A. Abdelfattah, M. T. Schobeiri, Chungrog Kang

GT 2009; 821-830doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59131

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Topics: Blades , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Flow (Dynamics) , High pressure (Physics) , Stators , Steam turbines , Computational fluid dynamics , Deflection , Design

The Application of Non-Axisymmetric Endwall Contouring in a Single Stage, Rotating Turbine

Glen Snedden, Dwain Dunn, Grant Ingram, David Gregory-Smith

GT 2009; 831-840doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59169

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Topics: Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Rotors , Clearances (Engineering) , Design , Engines , Machinery , Pressure gradient , Probes

Turbine Stator Well CFD Studies: Effects of Coolant Supply Geometry on Cavity Sealing Performance

Antonio Andreini, Riccardo Da Soghe, Bruno Facchini

GT 2009; 841-853doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59186

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Topics: Cavities , Computational fluid dynamics , Coolants , Geometry , Sealing (Process) , Stators , Turbines , Cooling , Engines , Annulus

Computational Study of the Effects of Shock Waves on Film Cooling Effectiveness

Chad X.-Z. Zhang, Ibrahim G. Hassan

GT 2009; 855-866doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59279

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Topics: Film cooling , Shock waves , Cooling , Airfoils , Flat plates , Boundary layers , Compressibility , Coolants , Mach number , Separation (Technology)

Numerical and Experimental Analysis of the Flow in an Aggressive Intermediate Turbine Duct

Peter B. V. Johansson, Lars-Uno Axelsson

GT 2009; 867-874doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59299

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Topics: Ducts , Experimental analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Turbines

Investigation of CFD Prediction Capabilities for Low Reynolds Turbine Aerodynamics

Bastian Muth, Marco Schwarze, Reinhard Niehuis, Matthias Franke

GT 2009; 875-884doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59306

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Topics: Aerodynamics , Computational fluid dynamics , Turbines , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Pressure , Airfoils , Flow separation , Mach number , Reynolds number , Suction

Controlling Tip Leakage Flow Over a Shrouded Turbine Rotor Using an Air-Curtain

Eric M. Curtis, John D. Denton, John P. Longley, Budimir Rosic

GT 2009; 885-894doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59411

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Topics: Leakage flows , Rotors , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Leakage , Blades , Cavities , Clearances (Engineering) , Instrumentation , Jets

Improving Intermediate Pressure Turbine Performance by Using a Non-Orthogonal Stator

Sungho Yoon, John Denton, Eric Curtis, John Longley, Graham Pullan

GT 2009; 895-904doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59415

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Topics: Pressure , Stators , Turbines , Rotors , Flow (Dynamics) , Boundary layers , Design , Diffusion (Physics) , Ducts , Mach number

Numerical Investigation of the Effect of Tip Leakage Flow on an Aggressive S-Shaped Intermediate Turbine Duct

W. Sanz, M. Kelterer, R. Pecnik, A. Marn, E. Go¨ttlich

GT 2009; 905-915doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59535

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Topics: Ducts , Leakage flows , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Diffusion (Physics) , Rotors , High pressure (Physics) , Aircraft engines , Blades

LP Turbine Laminar Separation With Actuated Transition: DNS, Experiment and Fluidic Oscillator CFD

Tobias Ries, Frederick Mohr, Jenny Baumann, Martin Rose, Ulrich Rist, Irene Raab, Stephan Staudacher

GT 2009; 917-927doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59600

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Separation (Technology) , Turbines , Bubbles , Aircraft engines , Computer simulation , Reynolds number , Simulation , Turbine blades , Weight (Mass)

The Tip Leakage Flow of an Unshrouded High Pressure Turbine Blade With Tip Cooling

Chao Zhou, Howard Hodson

GT 2009; 929-942doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59637

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Topics: Cavities , Chords (Trusses) , Coolants , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , High pressure (Physics) , Leakage , Leakage flows , Momentum

Influence of Rim Seal Purge Flow on Performance of an Endwall-Profiled Axial Turbine

P. Schuepbach, R. S. Abhari, M. G. Rose, J. Gier

GT 2009; 943-956doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59653

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Turbines , Rotors , Design , Jets , Pressure , Vortices , Suction , Vorticity , Annulus

Effects of Surface Groove on Separated Flow Transition on a High-Lift Low-Pressure Turbine Profile Under Steady Inflow Conditions

Hualing Luo, Weiyang Qiao, Kaifu Xu

GT 2009; 957-964doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59669

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Inflow , Pressure , Turbines , Separation (Technology) , Boundary layers , Reynolds number , Suction , Chords (Trusses) , Computation

Measurements of Secondary Losses in a High-Lift Front-Loaded Turbine Cascade With the Implementation of Non-Axisymmetric Endwall Contouring

D. C. Knezevici, S. A. Sjolander, T. J. Praisner, E. Allen-Bradley, E. A. Grover

GT 2009; 965-977doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59677

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Topics: Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Turbines , Airfoils , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Vortices , Blades , Design , High pressure (Physics) , Kinetic energy

Measurement and Computation of Flowfield in Transonic Turbine Nozzle Blading With Blunt Trailing Edges

J. P. Gostelow, A. Mahallati, S. A. Andrews, W. E. Carscallen

GT 2009; 979-991doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59686

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Topics: Computation , Nozzles , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Temperature , Mach number , Testing , Blades , Computational fluid dynamics

Validation of Turbine Airfoil Leading Edge Pressure and Skin Friction Modeling and Measurement

Brian M. Holley, Lee S. Langston

GT 2009; 993-1004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59716

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Topics: Airfoils , Modeling , Pressure , Skin friction (Fluid dynamics) , Turbines , Cylinders , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure gradient

Numerical Simulation of Flow Fields of Variable Geometry Turbine With Spherical Endwalls or Nonuniform Clearance

Guoqiang Yue, Shengqi Yin, Qun Zheng

GT 2009; 1005-1012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59737

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Turbines , Cylinders , Leakage flows

Detailed Studies on Separated Boundary Layers Over Low-Pressure Turbine Airfoils Under Several High Lift Conditions: Effect of Freesteam Turbulence

Ken-ichi Funazaki, Kazutoyo Yamada, Nozomi Tanaka, Yasuhiro Chiba

GT 2009; 1013-1027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59813

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Topics: Airfoils , Boundary layers , Pressure , Turbines , Turbulence , Blades , Bubbles , Separation (Technology) , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Chords (Trusses)

Aerodynamics of a Covered Trailing Edge Vane: Effects of Blowing Rate, Reynolds Number, and External Turbulence

I. Jaswal, E. Erickson, F. E. Ames

GT 2009; 1029-1038doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59836

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Topics: Aerodynamics , Reynolds number , Turbulence , Pressure , Cooling , Heat transfer , Separation (Technology) , Turning angles , Boundary layers , Cascades (Fluid dynamics)

Influences of Axial Gap Between Blade Rows on Secondary Flows and Aerodynamic Performance in a Turbine Stage

K. Yamada, K. Funazaki, M. Kikuchi, H. Sato

GT 2009; 1039-1049doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59855

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Topics: Blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Turbines , Design , Rotors , Stators , Axial flow , Cavities , Disks , Engineering simulation

Aerodynamic Investigation of the Tip Leakage Flow for Blades With Different Tip Squealer Geometries at Transonic Conditions

Toma´sˇ Hofer, Tony Arts

GT 2009; 1051-1061doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59909

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Topics: Blades , Leakage flows , Flow (Dynamics) , Cooling , Coolants , Suction , Heat transfer , Pressure , Turbines , Cascades (Fluid dynamics)

Experimental and Numerical Investigation on the Influence of Trailing Edge Bleeding on the Aerodynamics of a NGV Cascade

Marco Montis, Reinhard Niehuis, Mattia Guidi, Simone Salvadori, Francesco Martelli, Bruno Stephan

GT 2009; 1063-1073doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59910

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Topics: Aerodynamics , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Nozzle guide vanes , Flow (Dynamics) , Wakes , Coolants , Pressure , Chords (Trusses) , Computer simulation , Mach number

High Pressure Turbine Stage Endwall Profile Optimisation for Performance and Rim Seal Effectiveness

Philippe T. Lott, Nick J. Hills, John W. Chew, Timothy Scanlon, Shahrokh Shahpar

GT 2009; 1075-1087doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59923

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Topics: High pressure (Physics) , Optimization , Turbines , Computational fluid dynamics , Steady state , Coolants , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Compressors , Nozzle guide vanes

The Effect of Rotor Tip Clearance Size Onto the Separated Flow Through a Super-Aggressive S-Shaped Intermediate Turbine Duct Downstream of a Transonic Turbine Stage

A. Marn, E. Go¨ttlich, F. Malzacher, H. P. Pirker

GT 2009; 1089-1103doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59934

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Rotors , Turbines , Pressure , Separation (Technology) , Aircraft engines , Blades , Diffusion (Physics)

Experimental and Computational Investigations of Low-Pressure Turbine Separation Control Using Vortex Generator Jets

Ralph J. Volino, Olga Kartuzova, Mounir B. Ibrahim

GT 2009; 1105-1117doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59983

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Topics: Generators , Jets , Pressure , Separation (Technology) , Turbines , Vortices , Reynolds number , Airfoils , Boundary layers , Cascades (Fluid dynamics)

Investigation of the Flow Field on a Transonic Turbine Nozzle Guide Vane With Rim Seal Cavity Flow Ejection

M. Pau, G. Paniagua

GT 2009; 1119-1129doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60155

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Topics: Cavity flows , Flow (Dynamics) , Nozzle guide vanes , Turbines , Stators , Shock (Mechanics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Cavities , Rotors , Blades

Assessment of the Flow Quality of a Transonic Turbine Cascade

R. Woodason, A. Asghar, W. D. E. Allan

GT 2009; 1131-1141doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60164

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Topics: Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Turbines , Flow visualization , Pressure , Suction , Blades , Engines , Flow separation , Maintenance

Radial Turbomachinery Aerodynamics

The Effect of Leading Edge Curvature on a Mixed Flow Turbine Performance Under Pulsating Flow Conditions

Li Chen, Weilin Zhuge, Yangjun Zhang, Shuyong Zhang

GT 2009; 1143-1149doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59004

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Pulsatile flow , Turbines , Design , Engines , Performance characterization , Piston engines , Simulation models , Turbine blades , Turbochargers

High Hub/Tip Ratio Centrifugal Compressors

C. Rodgers, D. Brown

GT 2009; 1151-1161doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59012

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Topics: Compressors

A Discussion on Volute Design Method for Radial Inflow Turbines

Hua Chen

GT 2009; 1163-1170doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59110

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Topics: Design methodology , Inflow , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry

Aerodynamic Design to Increase Pressure Ratio of Centrifugal Compressors for Turbochargers

Hideaki Tamaki, Masaru Unno, Tomoki Kawakubo, Yutaka Hirata

GT 2009; 1171-1184doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59160

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Topics: Compressors , Design , Pressure , Turbochargers , Impellers , Blades , Diffusers , Mach number , Design methodology , Diesel engines

Meanline Modeling of Radial Inflow Turbine With Variable Area Nozzle

Xuwen Qiu, Mark R. Anderson, Nicholas C. Baines

GT 2009; 1185-1191doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59170

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Topics: Inflow , Modeling , Nozzles , Turbines , Clearances (Engineering) , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry

Optimization of Turbocharger Ported Shroud Compressor Stages

Junfei Yin, Penny Li, Stephane Pees

GT 2009; 1193-1201doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59248

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Topics: Compressors , Optimization , Turbochargers , Computational fluid dynamics , Diffusers , Wheels , Design , High pressure (Physics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure

Comparison Between Steady and Unsteady Double-Entry Turbine Performance Using the Quasi-Steady Assumption

Colin D. Copeland, Ricardo Martinez-Botas, Martin Seiler

GT 2009; 1203-1212doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59290

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Topics: Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Pulsatile flow , Steady state , Cycles , Performance evaluation , Turbochargers

Experimental Investigation of the Flow in the Pipe Diffuser of a Centrifugal Compressor Stage Under Selected Parameter Variations

Uwe Zachau, Reinhard Niehuis, Herwart Hoenen, David C. Wisler

GT 2009; 1213-1223doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59320

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Topics: Compressors , Diffusers , Flow (Dynamics) , Pipes , Impellers , Pressure , Test facilities , Clearances (Engineering) , Design , Lasers

Passive Control of Rotating Stall in Vaneless Diffuser With Radial Grooves: Detailed Numerical Study

Chuang Gao, Chuangang Gu, Tong Wang, Bo Yang

GT 2009; 1225-1233doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59323

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Topics: Passive control , Vaneless diffusers , Flow (Dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Diffusers , Delays , Boundary layers , Design , Geometry , Pressure

A Numerical and Experimental Performance Comparison of an 86 MM Radial and Back Swept Turbine

Liam Barr, Stephen Spence, David Thornhill, Paul Eynon

GT 2009; 1235-1244doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59366

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Topics: Turbines , Blades , Design , Rotors , Geometry , Turbochargers , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer simulation , Engineering prototypes , Engines

Role of Tip Leakage in Stall of a Transonic Centrifugal Impeller

Hamid R. Hazby, Liping Xu

GT 2009; 1245-1253doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59372

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Topics: Impellers , Leakage , Flow (Dynamics) , Blades , Pressure , Boundary layers , Computer simulation , Fluids , Leakage flows , Pressure gradient

Pulse Performance Modeling of a Twin Entry Turbocharger Turbine Under Full and Unequal Admission

Aaron W. Costall, Robert M. McDavid, Ricardo F. Martinez-Botas, Nicholas C. Baines

GT 2009; 1255-1266doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59406

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Topics: Modeling , Turbines , Turbochargers , Flow (Dynamics) , Simulation , Cycles , Diesel engines , Dynamometers , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Eddy currents (Electricity)

Analysis and Redesign of the Stationary Components for a Low Flow Coefficient Centrifugal Compressor Stage

Zhiheng Wang, Guang Xi

GT 2009; 1267-1272doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59463

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Topics: Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Carbon dioxide , Design , Diffusers , Impellers

Extension of the Stator Vane Upstream Across the 180° Bend for a Multistage Radial Compressor Stage

Christian Aalburg, Alexander Simpson, Jorge Carretero, Tue Nguyen, Vittorio Michelassi

GT 2009; 1273-1282doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59522

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Topics: Compressors , Stators , Design , Geometry , Generators , Analytical design , Flow turning , Manufacturing , Numerical analysis , Optimization

Influence of Labyrinth Seal Leakage on Centrifugal Compressor Performance

Bob Mischo, Beat Ribi, Christof Seebass-Linggi, Sebastiano Mauri

GT 2009; 1283-1293doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59524

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Topics: Compressors , Leakage , Flow (Dynamics) , Impellers , Leakage flows , Blades , Compressor impellers , Diffusers , Pressure , Separation (Technology)

Experimental Investigations of the Disturbed Inlet-Flow Structure Caused by Mixing Geometries and Its Influence on the Performance of a Turbocharger Centrifugal Compressor

K.-H. Brune, H.-P. Schiffer, R. Christmann, M. Gnewikow

GT 2009; 1295-1304doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59534

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Topics: Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Turbochargers , Inflow , Exhaust systems , Pressure , Diesel engines , Emissions , Nitrogen oxides , Temperature

Performance Improvement of a Centrifugal Compressor Stage by Increasing Degree of Reaction and Optimizing Blade Loading of a 3D-Impeller

Takanori Shibata, Manabu Yagi, Hideo Nishida, Hiromi Kobayashi, Masanori Tanaka

GT 2009; 1305-1315doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59588

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Impellers , Diffusion (Physics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Pressure , Surges , Flow (Dynamics) , Mach number

Numerical Computation of the Pulsatile Flow in a Turbocharger With Realistic Inflow Conditions From an Exhaust Manifold

Fredrik Hellstrom, Laszlo Fuchs

GT 2009; 1317-1329doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59619

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Topics: Computation , Exhaust manifolds , Inflow , Pulsatile flow , Turbochargers , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Wheels , Automobiles , Axial flow

Aerodynamic Design and Experimental Validation of Centrifugal Compressor Impellers With Small Flow Rate

Guang Xi, Zhiheng Wang, Xinwei Li, Shangjin Wang

GT 2009; 1331-1338doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59785

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Topics: Compressor impellers , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Impellers , Compressors , Carbon dioxide , Cycles , Design methodology , Surges , Vortices

Experimental and Numerical Investigation of an Aero-Engine Centrifugal Compressor

Jason A. Bourgeois, Robert J. Martinuzzi, Douglas Roberts, Eric Savory, Chao Zhang

GT 2009; 1339-1348doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59808

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Topics: Aircraft engines , Compressors , Laser Doppler anemometry , Modeling , Turbulence , Simulation results , Flow (Dynamics) , Boundary layers , Design , Diffusers

Flow Field Structures of the Impeller Backside Cavity and Its Influences on the Centrifugal Compressor

Zhigang Sun, Chunqing Tan, Dongyang Zhang

GT 2009; 1349-1360doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59879

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Topics: Cavities , Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Impellers , Leakage flows , Pressure , Thrust

The Development of a Deviation Model for Radial and Mixed-Flow Turbines for Use in Throughflow Calculations

Graham Cox, Alex Roberts, Michael Casey

GT 2009; 1361-1374doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59921

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Turbines , Design , Computational fluid dynamics , Automotive engines , Blades , Clearances (Engineering) , Engines , Geometry , High temperature

Design and Off-Design Flow Fields of a Transonic Centrifugal Compressor Impeller

Seiichi Ibaraki, Kunio Sumida, Toru Suita

GT 2009; 1375-1384doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59986

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Topics: Compressor impellers , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Compressors , Shock waves , Impellers , Leakage , Turbochargers , Vortices , Computation

A Numerical and Experimental Study of the Rotor Inlet Flow Fields of Radial Turbines Using Vaned and Vaneless Stators

Alister Simpson, Stephen W. T. Spence, Juliana Early

GT 2009; 1385-1395doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59998

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Rotors , Stators , Turbines , Computer simulation , Pressure , Pressure measurement , Wakes

The Influence of Shroud Curvature and Other Related Factors on Impeller Performance Characteristics

James M. Sorokes, Jason A. Kopko, Paul R. Geise, Angelina L. Hinklein

GT 2009; 1397-1406doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60109

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Topics: Impellers , Performance characterization , Computational fluid dynamics , Finite element analysis

Application of Flow Control in a Novel Sector Test Rig

Alexander Simpson, Christian Aalburg, Michael Schmitz, Robbert Pannekeet, Florian Larisch, Vittorio Michelassi

GT 2009; 1407-1417doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60126

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Topics: Flow control , Compressors , Airfoils , Blades , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Diffusion (Physics) , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Inlet guide vanes

Radial Forces in a Centrifugal Compressor Equipped With Vaned Diffusers

Ahti Jaatinen, Jari L. H. Backman, Teemu Turunen-Saaresti

GT 2009; 1419-1425doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60130

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Topics: Compressors , Diffusers , Impellers , Vaneless diffusers , Flow (Dynamics) , Magnetic bearings , Pressure , Design , Force measurement , Manufacturing

Experimental Study of Pinch in Vaneless Diffuser of Centrifugal Compressor

Teemu Turunen-Saaresti, Aki-Pekka Gro¨nman, Ahti Jaatinen

GT 2009; 1427-1438doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60162

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Topics: Compressors , Pinch effect , Vaneless diffusers , Flow (Dynamics) , Diffusers , Pressure , Design , Rotors , Probes , Geometry

Steam Turbines

Water Droplets Dispersion and Optimization of Water Removal Suction Slot Locations on Stationary Blades in Last-Stage of a 600 MW Steam Turbine

Xinjun Wang, Pengfei Su, Luke Chou, Panlong Guan, Chunguo Li, Hongyu Zhou

GT 2009; 1439-1446doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59490

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Topics: Blades , Drops , Optimization , Steam turbines , Suction , Water

On the Effects of Unsteadiness on the Condensation Process in Low-Pressure Steam Turbines

Keramat Fakhari

GT 2009; 1447-1461doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60078

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Topics: Condensation , Pressure , Steam turbines , Blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Drops , Fluctuations (Physics) , Heat , Image segmentation

A Redesign Strategy to Improve the Efficiency of a 17-Stage Steam Turbine

Filippo Rubechini, Andrea Schneider, Andrea Arnone, Stefano Cecchi, Francesco Malavasi

GT 2009; 1463-1470doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-60083

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Topics: Steam turbines , Rotors , Stators , Turbines , Approximation , Boundary-value problems , Geometry , Optimization , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations

Unsteady Flows in Turbomachinery

Unsteady Flow in a Turbocharger Centrifugal Compressor: 3D-CFD Simulation, Impeller Blade Vibration and Vaned Diffuser-Volute Interaction

Hans-Peter Dickmann, Thomas Secall Wimmel, Jaroslaw Szwedowicz, Janpeter Ku¨hnel, Uwe Essig

GT 2009; 1471-1485doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59046

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Computational fluid dynamics , Diffusers , Impellers , Simulation , Turbochargers , Unsteady flow , Vibration , Resonance

Multistage Compressor and Turbine Modeling for the Prediction of the Maximum Turbine Speed Resulting From Shaft Breakage

M. Haake, R. Fiola, S. Staudacher

GT 2009; 1487-1496doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59049

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Topics: Compressors , Modeling , Turbines , High pressure (Physics) , Engines , Failure , Clearances (Engineering) , Friction , Blades , Combustion chambers

On the Phenomenon of Pressure Pulses Reflecting Between Blades of Adjacent Blade Rows of Turbo-Machines

Jerzy A. Owczarek

GT 2009; 1497-1508doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59055

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Pressure , Reflection , Turbines , Turbomachinery , Waves

Investigation of Wake Transport in a Turbine Blade Channel and Its Effect on the Boundary Layer Development

Edyta Bijak-Bartosik, Witold Elsner

GT 2009; 1509-1517doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59123

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Topics: Blades , Boundary layers , Convection , Turbine blades , Wakes

Experimental Investigation of Non-Axisymmetrical Flow Control in a Low Speed Axial Compressor

Huabing Jiang, Yajun Lu, Wei Yuan, Qiushi Li

GT 2009; 1519-1531doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59137

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Topics: Compressors , Flow control , Excitation , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Dynamic response

Experimental Investigation of the Influence of Inlet Distortion on the Stall Inception in a Low Speed Axial Compressor

Huabing Jiang, Yajun Lu, Wei Yuan, Qiushi Li

GT 2009; 1533-1542doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59139

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Topics: Compressors , Stall inception , Flow (Dynamics) , Damping , Rotors , Blades , Dynamic response , Flow separation , Aircraft , Particulate matter

Unsteady Vortices and Blade Loading in a High-Pressure Turbine

Dongil Chang, Stavros Tavoularis

GT 2009; 1543-1552doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59189

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Topics: Blades , High pressure (Physics) , Turbines , Vortices , Pressure , Rotors , Entropy , Fluctuations (Physics) , Leakage , Rotation

Compressor Leading Edge Spikes: A New Performance Criterion

Martin N. Goodhand, Robert J. Miller

GT 2009; 1553-1562doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59205

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Topics: Compressors , Blades , Design , Diffusion (Physics) , Boundary layers , Erosion , Geometry , Pressure , Stators , Suction

Designing a High Fidelity Wake Simulator for Research Using Linear Cascades

Jonathon Pluim, Curtis Memory, Jeffrey Bons, Jen-Ping Chen

GT 2009; 1563-1574doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59276

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Topics: Design , Wakes , Shapes , Turbine blades , Blades , Pressure , Reynolds number , Turbines , Airfoils , Cascades (Fluid dynamics)

Analysis of Rotor-Stator-Interaction and Blade-to-Blade Measurements in a Two Stage Axial Flow Compressor

Marco Ernst, Armin Michel, Peter Jeschke

GT 2009; 1575-1585doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59371

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Topics: Axial flow , Blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Indexing (Machining) , Rotors , Stators

Validation of an Efficient Unstructured Time-Domain Rotor/Stator Interaction Method

Manuel A. Burgos, Jesus Contreras, Roque Corral

GT 2009; 1587-1599doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59385

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Topics: Rotors , Stators , Boundary-value problems

Application of a Nonlinear Harmonic Method to the Simulation of Clocking Effects

S. Vilmin, E. Lorrain, Ch. Hirsch

GT 2009; 1601-1609doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59475

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Topics: Simulation , Stators , Flow (Dynamics) , Rotors , Blades , Turbines , Unsteady flow , High pressure (Physics) , Phase shift , Turbomachinery

Unsteady and Three-Dimensional Flow Phenomena in a Transonic Centrifugal Compressor Impeller at Rotating Stall

Kenichiro Iwakiri, Masato Furukawa, Seiichi Ibaraki, Isao Tomita

GT 2009; 1611-1622doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59516

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Topics: Compressor impellers , Flow (Dynamics) , Compressors , Blades , Impellers , Separation (Technology) , Vortices , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Internal flow , Leakage

Investigation of Turbine Shroud Distortions on the Aerodynamics of a One and One-Half Stage High-Pressure Turbine

Eric A. Crosh, Charles W. Haldeman, Michael G. Dunn, D. Graham Holmes, Brian E. Mitchell

GT 2009; 1623-1637doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59562

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Topics: Aerodynamics , High pressure (Physics) , Turbines , Blades , Pressure , Turbochargers , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Signals , Airfoils

Influence of Inlet Velocity Ratio on the Outlet Flow Uniformity of a Fan-Shaped Film Cooling Hole

James S. Porter, Alan D. Henderson, Gregory J. Walker

GT 2009; 1639-1650doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59581

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Topics: Film cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Coolants , Cooling , Fluids , Diffusers , Failure , Internal flow , Separation (Technology) , Turbulence

Unsteady Flow Effects in a High-Speed Multistage Axial Compressor

Mai Yamagami, Hidekazu Kodama, Dai Kato, Naoki Tsuchiya, Yasuo Horiguchi, Junichi Kazawa

GT 2009; 1651-1664doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59583

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Topics: Compressors , Unsteady flow , Simulation , Blades , Design , Pressure , Wakes

Numerical Investigation of Unsteady Blade Row Interactions With Leakage Flow in Steam Turbines

Keramat Fakhari, Thomas Hofbauer, Anton Weber

GT 2009; 1665-1684doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59613

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Topics: Blades , Leakage flows , Steam turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Cavity flows , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer-aided engineering , Modeling

Generalised Single-Passage Multi-Bladerow Method for Turbomachinery Forced Response

Sanjay Mata, Luca Di Mare, Imregun Mehmet, Jeffrey Green

GT 2009; 1685-1692doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59624

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Topics: Turbomachinery , Annulus , Boundary-value problems , Computation , Aerodynamics , Blades , Computational methods , Cylinders , Rotors , Stators

The Thermodynamics of Wake Blade Interaction in Axial Flow Turbines: Combined Experimental and Computational Study

Martin Rose, Peter Schu¨pbach, Michel Mansour

GT 2009; 1693-1705doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59655

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Topics: Axial flow , Blades , Thermodynamics , Turbines , Wakes , Fluids , Rotors , Entropy , Mach number , Engineering simulation

The Influence of Rotor-Stator Spacing on the Loss in One-Stage Transonic Compressor

Wan’ai Li, Yutao Sun, Yu-Xin Ren, Song Fu, Aspi R. Wadia

GT 2009; 1707-1715doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59762

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Topics: Compressors , Rotors , Stators , Unsteady flow , NASA

Film Cooling Effectiveness Measurements With Periodic Unsteady Inflow on Highly Loaded Blades With Main Flow Separation

Reinaldo A. Gomes, Reinhard Niehuis

GT 2009; 1717-1731doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59791

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Topics: Blades , Film cooling , Flow separation , Inflow , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature , Coolants , Engines , Liquid crystals

CFD Predicted Discharge Coefficients of a Single Cylindrical Hole With Compressible External Cross-Flow

L. Guo, Y. Y. Yan, J. D. Maltson

GT 2009; 1733-1740doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2009-59821

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Cross-flow , Discharge coefficient , Pressure , Flow (Dynamics) , Coolants , Mach number , Film cooling , Shear stress , Shock waves