Similarity Solutions and Numerical Modeling in Buoyancy Controlled Turbulent Diffusion Flames,

Abstract

The objective of this research was to develop a fundamental understanding of the behavior of buoyancy controlled axisymmetric diffusion gas flames and liquid pool fires. Specifically, we attempted to simulate two-dimensional axisymmetric profiles of the velocity, temperature, and species and soot concentrations. Knowledge of these profiles allowed us to determine the main characteristics of the flame; i.e., the heat feed back, which in turn determines the mass burning rate of a liquid pool, the height of the flame and the power output of a fire source to the surrounding environment.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 03, 1994
Accession Number
ADA275820

Entities

People

  • David E. Ramaker

Organizations

  • George Washington University

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Axisymmetric
  • Buoyancy
  • Burning Rate
  • Chemical Reactions
  • Combustion
  • Diffusion
  • Environment
  • Exothermic Reactions
  • Physical Properties
  • Turbulent Diffusion
  • Two Dimensional

Readers

  • Combustion and Flow Dynamics.
  • Computational Modeling and Simulation