Challenges of three-dimensional modeling of microscale propulsion devices with the DSMC method

A. A. Alexeenko, R. J. Collins, S. F. Gimelshein, D. A. Levin

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingConference contribution

Abstract

A numerical study of three-dimensional effects on the performance of a micronozzle is performed by both continuum and kinetic approaches. The flow in a micronozzle was examined in a low Reynolds numbers regime (Re=200) by the direct simulation Monte Carlo method. The results for a 3D case are compared with those obtained for a 2D and axisymmetric flows. Thrust losses occur because the shear on the wall is greater in the nozzle of a flat configuration compared to an axisymmetric conical nozzle.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationRarefied Gas Dynamics
Subtitle of host publication22nd International Symposium
EditorsTimothy J. Bartel, Michael A. Gallis
PublisherAmerican Institute of Physics Inc.
Pages464-471
Number of pages8
ISBN (Electronic)0735400253
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 30 2001
Externally publishedYes
Event22nd International Symposium on Rarefied Gas Dynamics - Sydney, Australia
Duration: Jul 9 2000Jul 14 2000

Publication series

NameAIP Conference Proceedings
Volume585
ISSN (Print)0094-243X
ISSN (Electronic)1551-7616

Other

Other22nd International Symposium on Rarefied Gas Dynamics
Country/TerritoryAustralia
CitySydney
Period7/9/007/14/00

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Physics and Astronomy

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Challenges of three-dimensional modeling of microscale propulsion devices with the DSMC method'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this