Computational modeling of jet induced mixing of cryogenic propellants in low-G
Abstract
The SOLA-ECLIPSE Code is being developed to enable computational prediction of jet induced mixing in cryogenic propellant tanks in a low-gravity environment. Velocity fields, predicted for scale model tanks, are presented which compare favorably with the available experimental data. A full scale liquid hydrogen tank for a typical Orbit Transfer Vehicle is analyzed with the conclusion that coupling an axial mixing jet with a thermodynamic vent system appears to be a viable concept for the control of tank pressure.
- Publication:
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Presented at the 20th Joint Propulsion Conf
- Pub Date:
- May 1984
- Bibcode:
- 1984jpco.conf...11H
- Keywords:
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- Computational Fluid Dynamics;
- Cryogenic Rocket Propellants;
- Jet Mixing Flow;
- Reduced Gravity;
- Turbulent Flow;
- Computer Programs;
- Flow Velocity;
- Fuel Tank Pressurization;
- Liquid Hydrogen;
- Orbit Transfer Vehicles;
- Pressure Regulators;
- Storage Tanks;
- Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer