Effect of rotation speed on pressure drop of regenerator (IMAGE)
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The porous media structure of the regenerator induces a substantial pressure drop during working fluid passage, resulting in flow resistance losses. The regenerator is the principal contributor to this pressure drop. Furthermore, the Reynolds number increases with rising operational frequency, intensifying these flow losses. Such losses directly diminish the engine's net power output, as this energy is converted into thermal energy and dissipated.
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Wen-Pei Feng
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