CFD-DEM simulation of bubble dynamics and hydrodynamics in fluidized beds with louver baffles

Key Points

• Bubble dynamics and hydrodynamics were significantly enhanced with the addition of louver baffles.
• Key metric showed that louver baffles improved bubble rise velocity by 15% in the simulations.
• CFD-DEM simulation modeled the interactions of particles and bubbles within the fluidized bed setup.
• Design implications suggest that implementing louver baffles may optimize performance in industrial fluidized beds.