EPSRC Reference: |
GR/S69108/01 |
Title: |
Velocimetry and Sizing in Multi-Constituent Flows for Full-Field Macro and Microfluidic Applications |
Principal Investigator: |
Towers, Professor DP |
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Department: |
Sch of Engineering and Physical Science |
Organisation: |
Heriot-Watt University |
Scheme: |
Standard Research (Pre-FEC) |
Starts: |
01 October 2004 |
Ends: |
31 December 2005 |
Value (£): |
264,582
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EPSRC Research Topic Classifications: |
Lasers & Optics |
Multiphase Flow |
Optical Devices & Subsystems |
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EPSRC Industrial Sector Classifications: |
Aerospace, Defence and Marine |
Transport Systems and Vehicles |
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Summary on Grant Application Form |
We seek to develop novel optical sensor instrumentation to characterise multi-constituent liquid and multi-phase spray systems and related mixing phenomena. The premise of the proposed research stems from the need to understand the detailed interaction between a gasoline direct injection (GDI) spray and the gas phase in order to generate improved designs. Similar requirements exist in microfluidic systems, specifically multi-constituent mixers. Simultaneous velocimetry and particle size data will be obtained across a full field - information that cannot be obtained using current techniques. The technology to be developed is generic as exemplified by the macro and micro fluidic applications to be studied.
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Organisation Website: |
http://www.hw.ac.uk |