Design of electromagnetic system to predict interface movement and homogeneous state of solid - liquid system by dimensional analysis under the influence of induced electric field

Abstract

Electromagnetic fields were utilized for mixing of industrial solid and liquid phases which resulting in enhanced mass and heat transfer rates without the need to make other physical adjustments in set-up has been successfully experimented. This study reports on the application of super-imposed field (viz: Electric and Electromagnetic fields) so as to modify the transport Phenomena pertaining to solid-liquid contacting phases. Powdered solid and liquid have been taken between two electrodes in a specially designed cell which are electrically connected through suitable leads. Constant electric field strength has been applied across the electrodes, as a result of which the rate of movement of interface between the solid and the liquid has been analyzed, involving various systems. A correlation for the movement of interface has been developed which will act as a ready reckoner to find the values of time taken for the movement of interface.