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One-dimensional drift-flux model and constitutive equations for relative motion between phases in various two-phase flow regimes

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Abstract

In view of the practical importance of the drift-flux model for two-phase flow analysis in general and in the analysis of nuclear-reactor transients and accidents in particular, the kinematic constitutive equation for the drift velocity has been studied for various two-phase flow regimes. The constitutive equations that specify the relative motion between phases in the drift-flux model has been derived by taking into account the interfacial geometry, the body-force field, the shear stresses, the interfacial momentum transfer and the wall friction, since these macroscopic effects govern the relative velocity between phases. A comparison of the models with existing experimental data shows a satisfactory agreement. © 2003 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)4935-4948
JournalInternational Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer
Volume46
Issue number25
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2003
Externally publishedYes

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Research Keywords

  • Distribution parameter
  • Drift flux model
  • Drift velocity
  • Gas-liquid flow
  • Multiphase flow
  • Void fraction

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