Numerical Calculation of the Three-Dimensional Swirling Flow Inside the Centrifugal Pump Volutes

Abstract

The flow inside the volute of a centrifugal pump is threedimensional and, depending upon the position of the inlet relative to the cross-section center line, a single or double swirling flow occurs. The purpose of this study was the calculation of the three-dimensional swirling flow inside the centrifugal pump volute.