Gas Turbine Flow Field Structure Alteration Through Non-Axisymmetric Acoustic Forcing

by Joseph Molnar
With increasing pressure mounting to decarbonize the nation, gas turbines serve a vital role in powering the electric grid and shifting to a sustainable future. The emissions and stability of these systems running on natural gas, biofuels, or hydrogen are an ever-present concern for manufacturers and operators. This work employs acoustic forcing in a swirling flow rig to alter structure behavior at the dump plane; key results suggest this methodology as viable for instability reduction. 
Major: 
Mechanical Engineering
Exhibition Category: 
Engineering
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Jacqueline O'Connor
Poster Number: 
15404