RETRACTED: A novel liquid-gas cyclone with industrial application

Abstract

Liquid-gas separators play a pivotal role in a multitude of industrial applications, offering efficient separation solutions. Depending on specific requirements, various types of cyclones are deployed. This study introduces a novel gas-liquid separator characterized by a unique geometry capable of accommodating different volume fractions and operating pressures. CFD software was harnessed to scrutinize the separator's performance across various operational scenarios. The findings underscore the significant influence of bubble size and mass flow rate on separation efficiency and pressure loss. Specifically, an increase in bubble size and mass flow rate corresponds to higher separation efficiency and increased pressure loss. However, it was observed that boosting the inlet mass flow rate doesn't lead to a commensurate increase in separation efficiency. Moreover, an augmentation in volume fraction was found to elevate pressure loss while diminishing separation efficiency. At its most extreme, the separation efficiency experienced a substantial 40% decline. Overall, the designed cyclone demonstrated commendable performance under diverse operating conditions and volume fractions, underscoring its versatility and efficiency