Author(s): James Yang; Shicheng Li

Linked Author(s): James Yang

Keywords: Erator; Air-flow behavior; Air supply; Cavitation; Spillway; Splitter

Abstract: Some spillway aerators suffer from insufficient air supply. As a complementary measure, an aerator splitter is conceived, with an ogival form in cross-section. CFD modeling is performed to assess its behaviors in terms of flow pattern, air supply, cavity pressure, etc. The results show that the chute flow is pierced, and a stable elongated opening is created downstream, thus allowing effective suction of air into the air cavity.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3850/iahr-hic2483430201-93

Year: 2024