Impeller Pumps: CFD Modeling, Simulations, and App lications - Wei Li, Ramesh K. Agarwal

CFD analysis for pump design and performance evaluation Designing highly efficient pumps requires transitioning from traditional trial-and-error methods to advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) approaches and tools. Impeller Pumps: Design and Performance Evaluation using Computational Fluid Dynamics provides researchers and engineers with detailed methodologies for applying CFD to centrifugal, axial flow, mixed flow, vortex, and multistage pumps. Written by authors with extensive experience in CFD and pump technology, this reference delivers actionable simulation techniques. The book progresses from velocity triangle calculations and energy conversion theories through advanced three-dimensional modeling techniques. Each pump type receives dedicated coverage of geometry modeling, grid generation, boundary conditions, flow solver setup for steady and transient simulations, and post-processing of data. Topics such as cavitation, flow-induced vibration, and partial-load performance optimization are addressed. Readers will also find: Hydraulic calculation formulas for main flow components including impellers, guide vanes, and volute casings across multiple pump configurations Similarity laws and design methods for blade pumps with focus on achieving optimal hydraulic efficiency across varying operating conditions Detailed numerical simulation workflows for predicting pump performance, identifying optimization opportunities, and troubleshooting design challenges systematical
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