Pulsating combustion device miniaturization.
Abstract
The phenomenon of pulsating combustion remains one
of the least understood forms of combustion. In this
thesis, combustion oscillations are classified into
the categories of chamber oscillations, system
oscillations, and intrinsic oscillations. Two
pulsating devices, the pulsejet and the Reynst
combustion pot, were studied in some detail.
Experimentation was conducted to determine the
miniaturization capabilities of the devices.
Conclusions were drawn concerning the practicality of
size reduction, and applications of the devices were
suggested. Areas of possible future research are
delineated that would further the development of the
devices and their miniaturization.
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