The Effect of Impeller Design on the Mixing of Non-Newtonian Internal Tyre Lubricant

Azoddein, A.A. and Ibrahim, S. and Hassan, A. (2001) The Effect of Impeller Design on the Mixing of Non-Newtonian Internal Tyre Lubricant. Journal of Industrial Technology, 10 (1). pp. 105-113.

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Abstract

Experiments were conducted to assess the performance of various classic, commercial and made-to-order impeller designs to mix a rheologically complex fluid of commercial value. This study highlights the importance of impeller-to-tank diameter ratio (D/T) and impeller geometry for optimal mixing results, based on the flow of fluid and impeller power requirement. Although an existing finned-paddle type impeller produced the desired final product, satisfactory results were also obtained with a commercial impeller of smaller D/T, which could lead to 80% power savings.

Item Type:	Article
Funders:	UNSPECIFIED
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Mixing; Impeller geometry; Non-Newtonian; Internal type lubricant
Subjects:	Q Science > QD Chemistry T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering > Department of Civil Engineering Faculty of Science > Department of Chemistry
Depositing User:	Ms. Juhaida Abd Rahim
Date Deposited:	04 Jul 2017 04:08
Last Modified:	04 Jul 2017 04:08
URI:	http://eprints.um.edu.my/id/eprint/17423

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