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mr. nicholas September 29, 2016 13:40

need help simulating a popcorn machine
 
Hi,

I would like to set up a simulation, using Solidworks if possible, to study the heat transfer in a device similar to a popcorn machine.

In this problem there are many particles (popcorn kernels for example) occupying a certain volume at the bottom of a metal chamber. Blowing hot air on them from the bottom lofts them, and they circulate and cook via convection and conduction.

I have some experimental data with many known variables to use as a reference, and once I can get the simulation to reproduce what I've seen physically, I would like to play with the chamber geometries/load sizes/temperatures/etc. to optimize for my application.

If you can help me set up this simulation or have any advice related to characterizing this problem, please contact me!

Thanks!

Nick

JBeilke September 29, 2016 16:32

This one is a bit similar to your problem:

http://www.cd-adapco.com/conference_...ing-conditions

mr. nicholas September 29, 2016 17:42

That's great! Thank you!

Workshop Technologies October 21, 2016 10:22

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mr. nicholas (Post 619767)
Hi,

I would like to set up a simulation, using Solidworks if possible, to study the heat transfer in a device similar to a popcorn machine.

In this problem there are many particles (popcorn kernels for example) occupying a certain volume at the bottom of a metal chamber. Blowing hot air on them from the bottom lofts them, and they circulate and cook via convection and conduction.

I have some experimental data with many known variables to use as a reference, and once I can get the simulation to reproduce what I've seen physically, I would like to play with the chamber geometries/load sizes/temperatures/etc. to optimize for my application.

If you can help me set up this simulation or have any advice related to characterizing this problem, please contact me!

Thanks!

Nick



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