A second-generation constrained reaction volume shock tube

We have developed a shock tube that features a sliding gate valve in order to mechanically constrain the reactive test gas mixture to an area close to the shock tube endwall, separating it from a specially formulated non-reactive buffer gas mixture. This second-generation Constrained Reaction Volume...

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Published in:Review of scientific instruments 2014-05, Vol.85 (5), p.055108-055108
Main Authors: Campbell, M F, Tulgestke, A M, Davidson, D F, Hanson, R K
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Buffers
Delay time
Gate valves
Scientific apparatus & instruments
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Summary:We have developed a shock tube that features a sliding gate valve in order to mechanically constrain the reactive test gas mixture to an area close to the shock tube endwall, separating it from a specially formulated non-reactive buffer gas mixture. This second-generation Constrained Reaction Volume (CRV) strategy enables near-constant-pressure shock tube test conditions for reactive experiments behind reflected shocks, thereby enabling improved modeling of the reactive flow field. Here we provide details of the design and operation of the new shock tube. In addition, we detail special buffer gas tailoring procedures, analyze the buffer/test gas interactions that occur on gate valve opening, and outline the size range of fuels that can be studied using the CRV technique in this facility. Finally, we present example low-temperature ignition delay time data to illustrate the CRV shock tube's performance.
ISSN:0034-6748
1089-7623
DOI:10.1063/1.4875056