Open Ended Lab

IC Engine & Power Plant Lab $($ME$-322)$

Problem description

Nozzles are integral components in engineering and industry, playing a pivotal role in diverse applications. They are essential for generating thrust in aerospace propulsion systems, optimizing fuel combustion in combustion engines, ensuring efficient spray patterns in agriculture and manufacturing, and controlling emissions in environmental engineering.

In this open$-$ended lab, students will imitate the behavior of steam flow through nozzles of various profiles. The investigation will focus on:

i$.$ Pressure variation along nozzle profile

ii$.$ Effect of back pressure on mass flow rate

iii. Comparison of actual and theoretical throat parameters

$2.$ Constraints$/$assumptions

The following constraints and assumptions must be implemented.

i$.$ Each group must analyze at least two nozzle profiles.

ii$.$ Every group operates with distinct main steam pressures.

$3.$ Computational$/$Modern Tool Requirements

Students are required to utilize data analysis and visualization tools, such as Python, MATLAB, or similar software, to interpret and present their findings effectively.

$4.$ Expected Outcomes:

Students are expected to elaborate on the below aspects in their report.

i$.$ Identify the choke flow condition in the selected nozzles.

ii$.$ Present a comprehensive comparative analysis of steam flow in both nozzles.