Li Wang¹, Haipeng Mu¹, Jiming Zhu^2,*, Zhongchang Wang³

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.4, pp. 989-1005, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.057931 - 06 May 2025

Abstract To elucidate the relationship between pipeline erosion and wear during slurry transportation, this study considers three key influencing parameters, namely, the ratio of inlet to outlet pipe diameter, the length of the variable diameter section, and the roughness of the pipe wall. The impact of these factors on pipeline erosion and wear is analyzed using a single-factor analysis approach. In particular, the Fluent software is employed to conduct the required numerical simulations for variable diameter elbows of varying morphologies. The results indicate that as the inlet to outlet diameter ratio increases, the wear on… More >

Shanshan Tang^1,2,*, Zhanbin Li^3,4, Xubin Zhu^1,2, Peng Li³, Zhaoyang Feng^1,2, Guoliang Yang^1,2, Huake Chang^1,2, Zefeng Che^1,2

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.4, pp. 819-831, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.057605 - 06 May 2025

Abstract The particle size distribution plays a crucial role in the transportation and deposition of eroded sediments. Gaining insights into the related sorting mechanism can significantly enhance our understanding of such processes. In this study, sand-covered slopes were examined. A controlled indoor rainfall simulation was conducted on loess slopes with a 12° incline and a rainfall intensity of 1.5 mm/min. These slopes were then covered with sand layers of varying thicknesses—0.5, 1.0, and 1.5 cm—to observe their effects. The findings have revealed that as the thickness of the sand cover increases, the content of sediment particles… More >

Zhuang Liu^1,*, Tingen Fan¹, Qianli Lu², Jianchun Guo², Renfeng Yang¹, Haifeng Wang¹

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.4, pp. 851-876, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.056729 - 06 May 2025

Abstract Thermal shock damage in deep shale hydraulic fracturing can impact fracture propagation behaviors, potentially leading to the formation of complex fractures and enhancing gas recovery. This study introduces a thermal-hydraulic-mechnical (THM) coupled fracture propagation model relying on the phase field method to simulate thermal shock-induced fracturing in the deep shale considering dynamic temperature conditions. The validity of this model is confirmed through comparison of experimental and numerical results concerning the THM-coupled stress field and thermal cracking. Special attention is paid to the interaction of thermal shock-induced fractures in deep shale that contains weak planes. More >

Wei Dong^1,2,3,4, Fuping Qian^5,*, Gang Li^1,*, Shi’an Zhou⁵, Lei Ding^2,4, Qingda Gao⁵, Xuemin Zeng¹

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.4, pp. 833-849, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.056060 - 06 May 2025

Abstract Nitrogen oxides (NO_x) and particulate matter (PM) present significant risks to both human health and environmental sustainability. The Integrated Dust Removal and Denitrification Technology (DRDt) offers a more efficient and cost-effective solution for achieving ultralow industrial flue gas emissions; however, its effectiveness is undermined by low catalyst load rates and poor stability in filter materials. This study addresses these limitations by modifying conventional PTFE filter media (PTFE-Tim) through the incorporation of sodium alginate (SA) and dopamine (DA) as modifiers, resulting in two new filter materials: PTFE–SA–MOF and PTFE–DA–MOF. By optimizing the parameters of an orthogonal experimental… More >

Dongwei Wang^1,*, Wensheng Ma², Weiguo Zhao¹, Rui Cao², Youchao Yang²

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.4, pp. 877-890, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.055220 - 06 May 2025

Abstract Cavitation is an unavoidable phenomenon in the operation of centrifugal pumps. Prolonged cavitation can cause significant damage to the components of the flow channel, and in severe cases, it may even interfere with the normal energy exchange processes within the pump. Therefore, effective monitoring of cavitation in centrifugal pumps is crucial. This article presents a study that approaches the issue from an acoustic perspective, using experimental methods to gather and analyze acoustic data at the inlet and outlet of centrifugal pumps across various flow rates, with hydrophones as the primary measuring instruments. Results show that… More >

Jianying Li^1,2,*, Donglai Li^1,2, Tiefeng Li^1,2

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.3, pp. 445-470, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.062337 - 01 April 2025

Abstract Hydrodynamic cavitation, as an efficient technique applied in many physical and chemical treatment methods, has been widely used by various industries and in several technological fields. Relevant generators, designed with specific structures and parameters, can produce cavitation effects, thereby enabling effective treatment and reasonable transformation of substances. This paper reviews the design principles, performance, and practical applications associated with different types of cavitation generators, aiming to provide theoretical support for the optimization of these systems. It systematically analyzes the underpinning mechanisms and the various factors influencing the cavitation phenomena, also conducting a comparative analysis of More > Graphic Abstract

Kirill Rysin^*, Alexey Vjatkin, Victor Kozlov

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.3, pp. 605-621, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.061722 - 01 April 2025

Abstract Thermal vibrational convection (TVC) refers to the time-averaged convection of a non-isothermal fluid subjected to oscillating force fields. It serves as an effective mechanism for heat transfer control, particularly under microgravity conditions. A key challenge in this field is understanding the effect of rotation on TVC, as fluid oscillations in rotating systems exhibit unique and specific characteristics. In this study, we examine TVC in a vertical flat layer with boundaries at different temperatures, rotating around a horizontal axis. The distinctive feature of this study is that the fluid oscillations within the cavity are not induced… More >

Ivan Karpunin^*, Denis Polezhaev

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.3, pp. 543-553, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.061163 - 01 April 2025

Abstract An experimental study of the diffusive mass transfer between a droplet and an oscillating immiscible liquid in a horizontal axisymmetric Hele-Shaw cell is carried out. The liquid oscillates radially in the cell. The transverse size of the droplet exceeds the cell thickness. The viscosities of the droplet and the surrounding liquid are comparable. Relevant effort is provided to design and test an experimental setup and validate a protocol for determining the mass transfer rate of a solute in a two-liquid system. In particular, fluorescent dye Rhodamine B is considered as the solute. A critical comparison… More >

Veronika Dyakova^1,2,*, Olga Vlasova¹, Victor Kozlov¹

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.3, pp. 493-508, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.060577 - 01 April 2025

Abstract An experimental investigation of the dynamics of the interface between two low-viscosity fluids with high density contrast oscillating in a fixed vertical slotted channel has been conducted. It has been found that as the amplitude of the liquid column oscillations increases, parametric oscillations of the interface are excited in the form of a standing wave located in the channel plane. In particular, depending on the interfacial tension, the standing waves have a frequency equal to that of liquid piston oscillations (harmonic response), or half of the frequency of oscillations of the liquid column in the… More >

Zhengyang Zhang^1,2, Jing Sun^1,2,*, Xin Shi³, Dehua Liu^1,2

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.3, pp. 509-527, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.060393 - 01 April 2025

Abstract High saturation pressure reservoirs experience rapid pressure decline during exploitation, leading to significant changes in crude oil phase behavior and a continuous increase in viscosity after degassing, which adversely affects oil recovery. This challenge is particularly acute in tight sandstone reservoirs. To optimize the development strategy for such reservoirs, a series of experiments were conducted using core samples from a high saturation tight sandstone reservoir in the JS oilfield. Gas-dissolved crude oil was prepared by mixing wellhead oil and gas samples, enabling the identification of the critical point where viscosity changes as pressure decreases. Oil-water… More >