Scribd
Upload
18 views2 pages

Question 1. PUOpdf

The document outlines the classifications of gas-fluidized beds based on gas flow rates, ranging from fixed beds to pneumatic conveying, with each state characterized by different interactions between gas and particles. It also discusses the factors influencing pressure drop in fluidized beds, including porosity, bed height, and particle density. Additionally, the impact of particle size distribution on fluidization behavior is examined, highlighting the effects of narrow, broad, and bimodal distributions on mixing and operational efficiency.

Uploaded by

Medha Mahajan
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
18 views2 pages

Question 1. PUOpdf

The document outlines the classifications of gas-fluidized beds based on gas flow rates, ranging from fixed beds to pneumatic conveying, with each state characterized by different interactions between gas and particles. It also discusses the factors influencing pressure drop in fluidized beds, including porosity, bed height, and particle density. Additionally, the impact of particle size distribution on fluidization behavior is examined, highlighting the effects of narrow, broad, and bimodal distributions on mixing and operational efficiency.

Uploaded by

Medha Mahajan
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 2

Question 1

A.
The different classifications of gas-fluidized beds based on increasing gas flow rate.The
classifications include:
. Fixed Bed: At low gas flow rates there the particles remains in place and gas simply flows
1
through the voids between them. This stage is characterized by low interaction between gas
and particles.
. Minimum Fluidization: As gas flow rate is increased, the point where a drag force of the gas
matches gravitational force on the particles is reached. This is called as the minimum
fluidization velocity.
3
. Fluidized Bed: Beyond the point of minimum fluidization, the particles are suspended by
upward flow of gas, leading to well mixed bed of particles and gas. This is the most common
2
state for fluidized bed operations and is characterized by random mixing and bubbling.
. Bubbling Fluidized Bed: Further increase in gas flow results in formation of bubbles within the
1
bed. This condition aids in effective mixing and heat transfer but can lead to channeling.
. Turbulent Fluidized Bed: At higher gas flow rates, the bed becomes turbulent, with increased
mixing and reduced bubble size.
. Fast Fluidized Bed: Very high gas velocities lead to particle transport with the gas stream,
creating a fast-moving fluidized state.
. Transport or Pneumatic Conveying: At the highest gas velocities, particles are fully entrained
in the gas stream, resulting in pneumatic transport.

Suitable Conditions for Effective Fluidization: Effective fluidization is achieved at the minimum
fluidization velocity where particles are uniformly suspended which leads to optimal mixing and
contact between phases. The properties of the particles, such as size and density, as well as bed
7
design that affect the fluidization quality.
6
B.
5
The pressure drop in a fluidized bed is influenced by several factors:
. Porosity : Porosity affects ease of with which gas can pass through the bed. Higher porosity
4
reduces pressure drop because there are multiple voids for gas to pass through.
. Bed Height (H): A taller bed height increases the pressure drop as gas has to work against a
greater column of particles to achieve fluidization.
3
. Particle Density: Denser particles increases gravitational force which is leading to a higher
minimum fluidization velocity and thus a higher pressure drop. Lighter particles require less
force to fluidize reduces the overall pressure drop.
2
C.
. Narrow Size Distribution: Uniform particle sizes lead to more predictable fluidization behavior,
1
as all particles fluidize simultaneously which is resulting in stable operation and efficient
3
.

mixing.
. Broad Size Distribution: A wide range of particle sizes leads to segregation within the bed, as
2
smaller particles fluidize at lower velocities than larger ones. This can result in channeling and
reduced efficiency.
. Bimodal Size Distribution: Having two distinct particle size groups that causes distinct
1
fluidization behaviors. Smaller particles may fluidize first, while larger particles may remain in
the fixed bed state or require a higher velocity leads to complex dynamics within the bed.
This enhances mixing if properly managed, but may also leads to operational challenges.

You might also like