2019-2020 TRC Projects
Proposals for 2019-2020 Turbomachinery Research Consortium projects were presented at the annual TRC meeting in May. Selected projects are listed below. Work on the selected projects begins in September.
Experimental Investigation of Morton Effect ME (Thermally Induced Rotor Instability) (Dr. Palazzolo)
CFD-Based Impeller and Seal Rotordynamic Force Coefficients (Dr. Palazzolo)
Solid Modeler Implemented Rotordynamics (Dr. Palazzolo)
Morton Effect Prediction Software (Dr. Palazzolo)
Evaluation of Mechanical Seal Failures due to Lateral Vibrations (Dr. Delgado)
An Improved Bulk Flow Model for Dry and Wet Gas Pocket Damper Seals (Dr. San Andres)
Dynamic Characterization of 3D-Printed Damper Seals (Dr. Delgado)
Rotordynamic Performance of a Turboexpander Supported on Gas-Lubricated Bearings (Dr. Delgado)