Optimization of Ejector Geometric Parameters Using CFD
Résumé
Compression of a low pressure vapor without any rotating parts or direct external power sources is possible
through a supersonic ejector. A high pressure vapor leads the compression of the low pressure vapor by
pure fluid mechanics. Entrainment ratio is a major characteristic of the ejector performance and is highly
dependent on its geometry. Based on pre-specified operating conditions, the flow behavior inside the ejector
is studied by using computational fluid dynamics "CFD" "ANSYS FLUENT 15.0" software. The aim of this
paper is to design ejector geometry and assess and quantify the impact on performance of geometry of
ejectors. First a 1-D mathematical model is carried out to predict the ejector geometry, meaning the
diameters of each zone. Second, the 1-D model results are converted into 2D figures and studied in CFD.
Major challenge is to reveal the mixing process at different parts of the supersonic turbulent flow and to study
the effect of the geometry on the effective ejector area. Results show the effect of the geometry on the
entrainment ratio, in particular the length of ejector throat.