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This research aims to analyze the flow characteristics of xanthan gum solutions during agitation.

January 24, 2026International Journal of Fluid EngineeringOpen Access

Flow characteristics of xanthan gum solutions agitated by a perturbed six-bent-bladed turbine

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Simulation examines flow characteristics in xanthan gum solutions, showing impacts on mixing efficiency.

This research aims to analyze the flow characteristics of xanthan gum solutions during agitation.
Simulated flow fields using the standard k-ε model.
Conducted experiments with particle image velocimetry for validation.
Examined effects of rotational speed and rheological properties.
Studied impeller performance and flow field stabilization.
Power number is inversely proportional to Reynolds number under laminar conditions.
Pumping capacity and efficiency increase with Reynolds number and decrease with viscosity.
Fluid velocity peaks near agitator blades; shear rate displays distinct distributions.
Flow field stabilizes at 540 rpm and 1.25% xanthan gum mass fraction, improving mixing efficiency.

Zhang et al. (2026) studied this question.

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