Driven cavity simulation of turbomachine blade flows with vortex control

This paper presents a computational study of the three-dimensional flows in a rotating cavity with clearance between cavity walls and lid wall. The objectives of this study is to understand the interaction mechanism between tip leakage and blade passage flows and to assess the means to control the flow pattern and pressure losses. The classes of problems addressed include: passage geometry, passage loading including lid velocity and anti-vortex strength, and placement necessary to provide flow control. The computational model is first validated on generic flow problems and then applied to a specific blade passage configuration. Results of parametric studies for secondary flow pattern control are analyzed, and practical means of vortex control are discussed.

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