Analysis of Stress–Strain Characteristics and Signal Coherence of Low-Specific-Speed Impeller Based on Fluid–Structure Interaction

Abstract

In this study, an analysis of a low-specific-speed pump is carried out based on the methods of one-way and two-way fluid–structure interactions (FSIs). This study analyzes the influence of FSIs on the internal flow field and external characteristics of the pump. Utilizing a two-way FSI, the signal coherence analysis method is employed to analyze the coherence of signals between the flow field and the structural field. Addressing the issue of a lack of a connection between the two signals, this study bridges a gap in the existing research. The results indicate that different interaction methods have certain influences on impeller stress and deformation. However, in both coupling modes, the maximum deformation and the maximum equivalent stress have the same distribution position. The head error obtained using the two-way coupling method is lower than that of the uncoupled results, which indicates that the two-way FSI calculation results are closer to the experimental results. The pressure pulsation signals at the interface of the impeller and volute exhibit strong coherence with the structural field signals. For low-specific-speed centrifugal pumps, establishing a clear connection between the flow field signals and structural field signals will help guide further optimization of their performance through design.