Open AccessExperimental study of vortex diffusers
Author(s) -
Said Shakerin,
Paul B. Miller
Publication year - 1995
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Reports
DOI - 10.2172/137437
Subject(s) - vortex , diffuser (optics) , air conditioning , ceiling (cloud) , airflow , mechanics , marine engineering , acoustics , materials science , physics , environmental science , meteorology , optics , engineering , mechanical engineering , light source
This report documents experimental research performed on vortex diffusers used in ventilation and air-conditioning systems. The main objectives of the research were (1) to study the flow characteristics of isothermal jets issuing from vortex diffusers, (2) to compare the vortex diffuser`s performance with that of a conventional diffuser, and (3) to prepare a report that disseminates the results to the designers of ventilation and air-conditioning systems. The researchers considered three diffusers: a conventional round ceiling diffuser and two different styles of vortex diffusers. Overall, the vortex diffusers create slightly more induction of ambient air in comparison to the conventional diffuser