Numerical Simulation on the Spontaneous Ignition of Leaking High Pressure Hydrogen from Terminal Unit

The CFD simulation study was carried out on the spontaneous ignition of high pressure leaking hydrogen from some terminal units. An integrated 2D axisymmetric PDF numerical model was established. The results show that, the strong and weak discontinuous surfaces accompanied by combustion phenomenon are formed leading the local temperature and density rising up sharply. Near the outer-edge of the tube mouth, the vortexes are prone to take shape, which contribute to the mixing of hydrogen and air resulting in intenser and longer time combustion. But the combustion is not sustainable and will die out finally. The simulation catches the detailed jet structure including mach disk and barrel shock. (C) 2012 Published by Elsevier B. V. Selection and/or peer review under responsibility of ICMPBE International Committee.