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Measurement of flow parameters in a bubbling fluidized bed using electrostatic sensor arrays

  • Wenbiao Zhang
  • , Yong Yan
  • , Yongrong Yang
  • , Jingdai Wang
  • North China Electric Power University
  • University of Kent
  • Zhejiang University

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

Abstract

Fluidized beds are widely applied in a range of industrial processes. In order to maintain the efficient operation of a fluidized bed, the flow parameters in the bed should be monitored continuously. In this paper, electrostatic sensor arrays are used to measure the flow parameters in the dense and transit regions of a bubbling fluidized bed. Each electrostatic sensor array has three electrodes and can provide more information and more reliable results than the conventional two-electrode sensor. By correlating the signals from multiple electrodes, particle velocities and corresponding correlation coefficients are obtained. Based on the correlation results and the amplitudes of the electrostatic signals, the solids movement and charge distribution in the dense and transit regions of the bed are monitored.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2015 IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference - The "Measurable" of Tomorrow
Subtitle of host publicationProviding a Better Perspective on Complex Systems, I2MTC 2015 - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages1573-1577
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781479961139
DOIs
StatePublished - 6 Jul 2015
Externally publishedYes
Event2015 IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference, I2MTC 2015 - Pisa, Italy
Duration: 11 May 2015 → 14 May 2015

Publication series

NameConference Record - IEEE Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference
Volume2015-July
ISSN (Print)1091-5281

Conference

Conference2015 IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference, I2MTC 2015
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityPisa
Period11/05/15 → 14/05/15

Keywords

  • Bubbling fluidized bed
  • Electrostatic sensor
  • Particle velocity
  • Sensor array

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