Introduction
In this post, we will discuss the design process of an innovative air conditioner that makes use of the Venturi effect to refresh the air much more efficiently than other air conditioners in the Egyptian market.
Background
The Venturi effect describes how the velocity of a fluid increases as the cross-section of the container it flows in decreases. In this design, the energy created by this increased velocity is used to refresh the air, resulting in a more efficient air conditioning system.
First Stage
The device contains ten Venturi nozzles that work in parallel. To simulate the concept of the device, we applied CFD to one of these nozzles and applied boundary conditions to it. We used the outlet to determine the mass flow rate, pressure, and velocity.
Second Stage:
Using the results of the first simulation, we conducted a second simulation to determine how two of these devices would affect the air distribution and temperature inside a specific room. We built the room’s geometry and added the two inlets as the new air conditioners.
Results:
The second simulation provided us with critical information on how the temperature would decrease and the airflow distribution inside the room. The data from the simulations allowed us to optimize the design and ensure that the air conditioning system would be both efficient and effective.
Conclusion:
The design of this innovative air conditioning system was made possible through the use of CFD and the Venturi effect. The simulations allowed us to fine-tune the design and create an efficient and effective air conditioning system. The use of this system would lead to a refreshing and comfortable environment, making it an ideal solution for hot and humid climates like Egypt.
For a closer look at the meshing and results of the simulations, please refer to the following video.