A comparison of timescales within a pulsed flow turbocharger turbine

C. D. Copeland, P. Newton, R. F. Martinez-Botas, M. Seiler

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Abstract

Most modern turbocharger turbines are driven by a highly pulsating flow generated at the exhaust valve of an internal combustion engine. The amplitude and frequency of the exhaust pulses can influence the performance of the turbine when compared to steady state operation. It is useful to seek to simplify the problem of unsteadiness such that greater understanding may result. This paper uses a combination of experimental and computational results to study the various timescales associated with pulsed turbine operation. The effect of pulse amplitude and frequency on the unsteady flow in the volute and rotor is discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationInstitution of Mechanical Engineers - 10th International Conference on Turbochargers and Turbocharging
PublisherWoodhead Publishing Ltd.
Pages389-404
Number of pages16
ISBN (Print)9780857092090
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2012
Event10th International Conference on Turbochargers and Turbocharging - London, UK United Kingdom
Duration: 15 May 201216 May 2012

Publication series

NameInstitution of Mechanical Engineers - 10th International Conference on Turbochargers and Turbocharging

Conference

Conference10th International Conference on Turbochargers and Turbocharging
Country/TerritoryUK United Kingdom
CityLondon
Period15/05/1216/05/12

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

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