Particle motion and particle-convective heat transfer near the walls of fluidized beds [ 2002-01-01 - 2006-04-28 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Martin Rhodes (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof Jonathan Seville (Partner Investigator)

Brief description Particle motion and particle-convective heat transfer near the walls of fluidized beds. Background: Fluidized bed technology has important industrial applications ranging from petrol production to mineral processing for metal production. Such processes take advantage of the high rates of heat transfer in gas-fluidized beds.\r\nObjective of project: To improve understanding and modelling of heat transfer in gas fluidized beds through the application of state-of-the-art experimental (Positron Emission Particle Tracking) and modelling (Discrete Element Method simulation) techniques. \r\nExpected outcomes of project: New knowledge of the mechanisms of fluidized bed heat transfer. Improved the prediction of heat transfer coefficients with consequent improvements in the design and operation of fluidized bed processes.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Funding Amount $175,000

Funding Scheme Discovery Projects

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