Modeling of Plume Dispersion and Interaction With the Surround for Synthetic Imaging Applications
Abstract
Discharge of effluent gas is an inescapable byproduct of many physical processes. The type or characteristics of the discharge potentially indicate the nature of the process. Observation of factory stack gases, for example, may indicate the level of pollutants being emitted into the atmosphere or the nature of the process being carried out in the factory. In this work, we have developed an improved model of plume dispersion suitable for synthetic image generation (SIG) applications. The technique partially utilizes a new EPA model that discretizes the plume into a series of small puffs (rather than the implicit monolithic form used in prior regulatory and SIG work). The locations and sizes of these puffs are then perturbed to approximate the location and size of the plume at any given instant and to incorporate the effects of high-frequency wind fluctuation. We have incorporated an improved model for plume temperature calculation and a more accurate method for calculating the aggregate self-emitted radiance for rays traced through the plume. We have also developed novel techniques simulating the interaction of plumes with their surroundings. Our primary application of this work is the simulation of heating of roofs by vents of various types. The technique can also be used to simulate vehicle exhaust and other similar effects.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2001
- Accession Number
- ADA402109
Entities
People
- Jonathan A. Bishop
Organizations
- Rochester Institute of Technology