Multiphase Flow Fundamentals and Applications

This course covers the comprehensive understanding of multiphase flow, a crucial concept in various fields like pollution control, nanotechnology, and biochemical engineering. The course starts with the basics of multiphase flow and its distinction from simple fluid mechanics. It further explores different types of multiphase flow situations, including two-phase, three-phase, and four-phase flows. The course emphasizes the importance of studying multiphase flow, underlining its significance in power systems, process systems, transport systems, and more. It concludes with a detailed discussion on the complexities of two-phase flow situations and the necessity for precise data on hydrodynamics and heat transfer characteristics. An illustrative example is the practical problem from an oil company, which underscores the importance of understanding flow patterns in designing and operating distillation columns.