Design and Analysis of Impeller for Ducted Axial-flow Turbine in Natural Gas Power Generation Systems

Dongming Gao; Ran Zhang; Lide Wu; Hua Fan

doi:10.62051/ijmee.v8n3.07

Authors

Dongming Gao
Ran Zhang
Lide Wu
Hua Fan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62051/ijmee.v8n3.07

Keywords:

Pressure Energy Power Generation, Axial-flow Turbine, Numerical Simulation

Abstract

Natural gas pressure difference power generation is an innovative low-carbon energy technology that integrates energy efficiency, environmental protection, and economic benefits. This paper proposes a ducted natural gas pressure energy power generation device using an axial-flow turbine. The geometric parameters of the rotor and stator blades of the axial-flow turbine are derived through a one-dimensional design method. Additionally, the flow characteristics and blade load distribution of this blade profile are analyzed, and directions for further optimizing the turbine to enhance its output power are put forward.

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