An inlet manifold is described for introducing liquid of arbitrary temperature into a tank without destroying pre-existing stratification. This manifold may be described as a controlled, buoyant jet. A one-dimensional, analytical model of the manifold is developed. The predictions of this model are compared in a qualitative sense, with the results of flow visualization experiments. Quantitative comparisons are also made with the results of thermal tests of the major components of the manifold.
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