Track: Simulation Competition
Abstract
In this study, the impeller is optimized in order to make advances in the performance of a centrifugal water pump. A centrifugal pump design incorporates many limitations that affect pump performance. By modifying the parameters within an acceptable range, it improves pump performance and results in saving of costs and energy for companies. The design parameters from vane plane improvement are chosen for the impeller plan, and the influence of the plan parameters on the pump's performance is analyzed using CFD to optimize the impeller. The findings shows that suction diameter, impeller diameter and discharge diameter have a significant impact on the performance of a centrifugal pump.