Numerical study on pressure oscillation characteristics of unstable steam jet condensation through round/obround side-hole spargers

Key Points

• Pressure oscillation characteristics are significantly influenced by the steam jet dynamics and sparger design.
• Data from numerical analysis shows varying behaviors in pressure oscillations based on round and obround sparger shapes.
• This study analyzes pressure oscillation patterns through computational simulations of fluid dynamics under varying conditions.
• The findings suggest important design considerations for enhancing efficiency and stability in thermal systems.