Numerical Simulation of Internal Flow Drag Reduction with Triangular Riblet Surface

Abstract:

Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) numerical simulation is adopted to analyze the drag reduction ability of triangular riblet on tube internal flow. The resistance characteristic of smooth tube and tube covered with triangular riblet surface are compared, and the near wall flow structure over smooth surface and riblet surface are investigated. Based on the simulation analysis, the drag reduction mechanism of riblet surface is studied. Results show that the characteristic dimension of riblet section, i.e., height (h) and width (w) are main factors affecting drag reduction, suggesting that the riblet structure can be optimized according to the actual application condition.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volumes 779-780)
• Pages: 401-405
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.779-780.401
• Online since: September 2013
• Authors: Zhi Guo Wei, Yong Li, Zhi Wu Ke, Xian Ling Li
• Keywords: Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Drag Reduction, Internal Flow, Riblet Surface

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