Investigation of fluid flow patterns in a hollow fiber module using magnetic resonance velocity imaging |
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Authors: | B J Pangrle E G Walsh S Moore D DiBiasio |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Chemical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 01609 Worcester, MA, USA;(2) Department of Biomedical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 01609 Worcester, MA, USA |
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Abstract: | Summary Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) was used to obtain new information about fluid flow patterns in hollow fiber reactors. Significant changes in inlet flow distribution were observed as a function of Reynolds number. Images taken at the tube bundle entrance and exit showed that maldistribution of flow persists throughout the module. Furthermore, the results suggest that individual fibers act in a mixed degree as feeders or collectors depending upon radial position. These effects must be considered when modelling or designing hollow fiber reactors. |
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