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Journal article
Application of computational fluid dynamics in optimizing microalgal photobioreactors
Algal research (Amsterdam), Vol.83, 103718
2024
Abstract
Developing more efficient microalgal photobioreactors (closed cultivation systems) is impelled by increasing interest in microalgal cultivation to produce high-value products. Compared to open cultivation systems closed photobioreactors (PBRs) offer several advantages, including the potential for high productivity in a small footprint, ability to maintain a controlled environment, and their scalability for commercial production. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) provides a powerful tool to simulate flow conditions of microalgal cultivation systems and analyze operational parameters which may affect cultivation key factors such as light (wavelength, intensity, and period of exposure), accessibility to nutrients, and mixing. Besides, geometric modifications employing CFD can accelerate the design process and considerably reduce the need for a thorough, empirical exploration of reactor configurations and the associated costs. This paper provides a comprehensive review of recent updates on the application of CFD in various microalgal cultivation systems with special focus on different geometry optimization of flat plate photobioreactors.
This review examines recent studies that have employed various multiphase and turbulence methods within the CFD framework to simulate fluid flow and turbulence within reactors, aiming to improve flow characteristics and enhance microalgal productivity. Specifically, the application of CFD in optimizing flat plate photobioreactors is explored, with researchers investigating a range of baffles and sparger configurations to enhance microalgal productivity. Additionally, the advantages of adopting CFD are discussed, and the potential future applications of CFD in microalgal cultivation are outlined.
Details
- Title
- Application of computational fluid dynamics in optimizing microalgal photobioreactors
- Authors/Creators
- Behnam Amanna - School of Engineering and Energy, Murdoch University, Murdoch 6150, Western Australia, AustraliaParisa A. Bahri - Murdoch University, Centre for Water, Energy and WasteNavid R. Moheimani - Murdoch University, Centre for Water, Energy and Waste
- Publication Details
- Algal research (Amsterdam), Vol.83, 103718
- Publisher
- Elsevier B.V.
- Identifiers
- 991005703763307891
- Copyright
- © 2024 The Authors.
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Engineering and Energy; School of Environmental and Conservation Sciences
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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