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The present work seeks to fully investigate, describe and characterize the distinct flow regimes existing within a mixing vessel at various rotational speeds. This investigation is computational in nature and simulates the flow within a baffled tank containing a Rushton turbine of the standard configuration. For a Re based on impeller diameter and blade rotational speed (Re â ¡ Ï ND2/μ) the following flow regimes were identified and investigated in detail: Reverse/reciprocating flows at very low Re (<10); stalled flows at low Re (â 10); laminar pumping flow for higher Re and transitional pumping flow (10 squared < Re <10 to the 4th). For the three Re numbers 1, 10 and 28, it was found that for the higher Re number (28), the flow exhibited the familiar outward pumping action associated with radial impellers under turbulent flow conditions. However, as the Re number decreases, the net radial flow during one impeller revolution was reduced and for the lowest Re number a reciprocating motion with negligible net pumping was observed. In order to elucidate the physical mechanism responsible for the observed flow pattern at low Re, the forces acting on a fluid element in the radial direction were analyzed. Based on this analysis, a simplified quasi-analytic model of the flow was developed that gives a satisfactory qualitative, as well as quantitative representation of the flow at very low Re. Investigation of the transitional flow regime (Re â 3000) includes a compilation and characterization of ensemble and turbulent quantities such as the Reynolds stress components, dissipation length η and time scales Ï , as well a detailed investigation of the near-impeller flow and trailing vortex. Calculation and compilation of all terms in the turbulent kinetic energy transport equation was performed (including generation and the illusive turbulent pressure work). Specifically, the most important transport mechanism was turbulent convection/diffusion from the impeller disk-plane/trailing vortex region. Mean flow transport of turbulent kinetic energy was primarily towards the impeller disk-plane and radially outward from the trailing vortex region. The turbulent pressure work was found to partially counteract turbulent convection. Turbulent dissipation followed by turbulent viscous work were found to be the least important mechanism responsible for turbulent transport with both terms being maximized within the vortex region and at the disk-plane down-stream from the vortices. / Ph. D.

The analytical solution of a given inhomogeneous boundary value problem of a linear, elliptic, inhomogeneous partial differential equation and a set of inhomogeneous mixed Dirichlet- and Neumann-type boundary conditions is derived in the present paper. In the context of elasticity theory, the problem arises for a non-conservative symmetric ansatz and an extended constitutive law shown earlier. For convenient user application, the scalar function expressed in cylindrical coordinates is primarily obtained for the general case before being expatiated on a special case of linear boundary conditions.

In addition to previous publications, the paper presents the analytical solution of a special boundary value problem which arises in the context of elasticity theory for an extended constitutive law and a non-conservative symmetric ansatz. Besides deriving the general analytical solution, a specific form for linear boundary conditions is given for user convenience.

The effect of in-situ or redistributed stress on solute transport in fractured rocks is one of the major concerns for many subsurface engineering problems. However, it remains poorly understood due to the difficulties in experiments and numerical modeling. The main aim of this thesis is to systematically investigate the influences of stress on solute transport in fractured rocks, at scales of single fractures and fracture networks, respectively. For a single fracture embedded in a porous rock matrix, a closed-form solution was derived for modeling the coupled stress-flow-transport processes without considering damage on the fracture surfaces. Afterwards, a retardation coefficient model was developed to consider the influences of damage of the fracture surfaces during shear processes on the solute sorption. Integrated with particle mechanics models, a numerical procedure was proposed to investigate the effects of gouge generation and microcrack development in the damaged zones of fracture on the solute retardation in single fractures. The results show that fracture aperture changes have a significant influence on the solute concentration distribution and residence time. Under compression, the decreasing matrix porosity can slightly increase the solute concentration. The shear process can increase the solute retardation coefficient by offering more sorption surfaces in the fracture due to gouge generation, microcracking and gouge crushing. To study the stress effects on solute transport in fracture systems, a hybrid approach combing the discrete element method for stress-flow simulations and a particle tracking algorithm for solute transport was developed for two-dimensional irregular discrete fracture network models. Advection, hydrodynamic dispersion and matrix diffusion in single fractures were considered. The particle migration paths were tracked first by following the flowing fluid (advection), and then the hydrodynamic dispersion and matrix diffusion were considered using statistic methods. The numerical results show an important impact of stress on the solute transport, by changing the solute residence time, distribution and travel paths. The equivalent dispersion coefficient is scale dependent in an asymptotic or exponential form without stress applied or under isotropic compression conditions. Matrix diffusion plays a dominant role in solute transport when the hydraulic gradient is small. Outstanding issues and main scientific achievements are also discussed. / QC 20111011

The study of the influence of viscoelastic adhesives on timber-glass composite beams addresses the development of new and innovative load bearing structures. Hybrid timber-glass beams, comprising of timber flanges and a glass web, were considered. The solutions proposed in this study are based on utilizing viscoelastic adhesive bond lines to obtain optimal structural interaction between timber and glass. For hybrid timber-glass beams, numerical simulations have been developed with Abaqus, Finite element software which are verified by analytical methods according to the Eurocode 5 (EN 1995). In this study, three different bond-line geometries and three adhesives (epoxy, silicone and acrylate) have been investigated. The beams were analyzed under four-point bending. This report summarizes theoretical investigations, background studies, numerical modelling and analytical solution that have been performed. Guidance is presented which can be used for the design of timber-glass composite beams. The study has shown that the viscoelastic properties of the adhesive had no significant influence for the selected epoxy adhesive, but it can slightly affect the beam behavior with the silicone and acrylate adhesives used. From the three geometries studied, the design with an epoxy bond-line on both sides and on top of glass is regarded the best way, leading to good load-bearing structural elements where the response of the adhesive was highly influenced by its near incompressible behavior.

Na presente tese é apresentada uma nova solução analítica para a equação de ad-vecção-difusão bidimensional transiente para simular a dispersão de poluentes na atmosfera. Para tanto, a equação de advecção-difusão é resolvida pela combinação da transformada de Laplace e da técnica GILTT (Generalized Integral Laplace Transform Technique). O fechamento da turbulência para os casos Fickiano e não-Fickiano é considerado. É investigado o problema de modelagem da dispersão de poluentes em condições de ventos fortes e fracos considerando, para o caso de ventos fracos, a difusão longitudinal na equação de advecção-difusão. Além disso, foi incluída no modelo a velocidade vertical e avaliada sua influência considerando-se o campo de velocidades constante e também geradas via LES (Large Eddy Simulation), para poder simular uma camada limite turbulenta mais realística. Os resultados obtidos por essa metodologia são validados com resultados experimentais disponíveis na literatura. / In the present thesis it is presented a new analytical solution for the transient two- dimensional advection-diffusion equation to simulate the pollutant dispersion in atmosphere. For that, the advection-diffusion equation is solved combining the Laplace transform and the GILTT (Generalized Integral Laplace Transform Technique) techniques. The turbulence closure for Fickian and non-Fickian cases is considered. It is investigated the problem of modeling the pollutant dispersion in strong and weak winds considering, for the case of low wind conditions, the longitudinal diffusion in the advection-diffusion equation. Moreover, it was considered in the model the vertical velocity and its influence was evaluated considering velocities field constant and also generated by means of LES (Large Eddy Simulation), to simulate a more realistic turbulent boundary layer. The results attained by this methodology are validated with experimental results available in literature.

Na presente tese é apresentada uma nova solução analítica para a equação de ad-vecção-difusão bidimensional transiente para simular a dispersão de poluentes na atmosfera. Para tanto, a equação de advecção-difusão é resolvida pela combinação da transformada de Laplace e da técnica GILTT (Generalized Integral Laplace Transform Technique). O fechamento da turbulência para os casos Fickiano e não-Fickiano é considerado. É investigado o problema de modelagem da dispersão de poluentes em condições de ventos fortes e fracos considerando, para o caso de ventos fracos, a difusão longitudinal na equação de advecção-difusão. Além disso, foi incluída no modelo a velocidade vertical e avaliada sua influência considerando-se o campo de velocidades constante e também geradas via LES (Large Eddy Simulation), para poder simular uma camada limite turbulenta mais realística. Os resultados obtidos por essa metodologia são validados com resultados experimentais disponíveis na literatura. / In the present thesis it is presented a new analytical solution for the transient two- dimensional advection-diffusion equation to simulate the pollutant dispersion in atmosphere. For that, the advection-diffusion equation is solved combining the Laplace transform and the GILTT (Generalized Integral Laplace Transform Technique) techniques. The turbulence closure for Fickian and non-Fickian cases is considered. It is investigated the problem of modeling the pollutant dispersion in strong and weak winds considering, for the case of low wind conditions, the longitudinal diffusion in the advection-diffusion equation. Moreover, it was considered in the model the vertical velocity and its influence was evaluated considering velocities field constant and also generated by means of LES (Large Eddy Simulation), to simulate a more realistic turbulent boundary layer. The results attained by this methodology are validated with experimental results available in literature.

[pt] A análise das tensões em poços de petróleo é de extrema importância para a prevenção de acidentes durante as fases de construção e produção. As simulações devem aproximar-se ao máximo da realidade, representando da melhor forma as operações ao longo da vida útil do poço e, consequentemente, aumentando sua confiabilidade. Com esse objetivo, uma solução analítica é desenvolvida utilizando uma metodologia que simula a vida útil do poço. Nessa metodologia, consideram-se os efeitos das variações de temperatura em todo modelo e de poropressão na formação. Além disso, adotam-se os materiais em regime elástico, utilizando a hipótese de poço perfeitamente circular, vertical e com cargas uniformes. A solução analítica é calculada a partir das equações de Bradley para a perfuração, e de Lamé para as fases de descida do revestimento, cimento endurecido e produção. Nessa solução é feita uma compatibilidade de deslocamentos radiais entre as superfícies em contato, possibilitando o cálculo dos incrementos de tensão ao final de cada fase. Essa mesma metodologia é utilizada na modelagem por elementos finitos. A partir de dois estudos de caso, os resultados obtidos através das abordagens numérica e analítica são comparados. O primeiro estudo de caso representa um poço no Mar do Norte, e o segundo, um poço em um campo na Bacia de Santos, Brasil. Nos dois estudos de caso, são apresentadas as tensões radiais e tangenciais ao longo do revestimento, do cimento e da rocha, e também os índices de plastificação para o revestimento e para o cimento. No segundo estudo de caso, duas profundidades são avaliadas: no reservatório, considerando um revestimento, e em uma camada mais rasa, com dois revestimentos. Em ambos os estudos de caso, os resultados encontrados pela solução analítica são iguais aos obtidos pela solução numérica, validando, portanto, a solução analítica apresentada como uma alternativa para avaliação de tensões em condições ideais. / [en] The assessment of the wellbore stress state is extremely important in order to prevent accidents during construction and production phases. The methodology used in the models must be closer to reality, representing the wellbore lifespan operations, and consequently, enhancing the reliability of the wellbore. Thus, an analytical solution is developed using a methodology capable of simulating some of the main steps of the wellbore operations. In this methodology, the temperature and the pore pressure variations are considered. Besides that, it is used the assumption of circular and vertical wellbore under uniform loads, considering the elastic behavior of the materials. The analytical solution is developed using Bradley equation during the drilling step and Lamé equation during the construction and production steps. Therefore, the stresses after each step are calculated using the radial displacement compatibility between the surfaces in contact. This same methodology is used in the finite element model. Based on two case studies, the results obtained by the analytical and numerical solutions are compared. The first case study represents a wellbore in the North Sea while the second, a wellbore in a field in Santos Basin, Brazil. In both case studies, the radial and tangential stresses are presented for the casings, the cements and the formation, as well as the yield index in the casings and the cements. In the second case study, two depths are assessed: in the reservoir, considering one casing, and in a shallow depth, with two casings. In these two case studies, the results from the analytical and the numerical solutions are equal. Therefore, the analytical solution is validated as an alternative to assess the stresses in ideal wellbores.

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