A mode-based, acoustic low-order network model for rocket chambers with resonator ring is introduced. This model involves effects of dissipation as well as scattering and mode coupling associated with a resonator ring. Discontinuities at the interface between acoustic elements are treated with integral mode-matching conditions. Eigenfrequencies and accordingly the linear system stability can be determined with the generalized Nyquist plot method based on the network model. Because of low computational cost, parameter studies can be performed in a reasonable time. An additional chamber eigenmode is observed for well-tuned resonators. Both the original and the additional mode show favorable stability properties for a generic test chamber. The optimal length and number of cavities are identified for that chamber. The need for analyzing the coupled system of resonators and combustion chamber in the design process is made evident by the discrepancy between detected values and those of an a priori consideration. Derived stability maps demonstrate that the region of stable operation is increased considerably by inserting well-tuned resonators. The destabilizing influence of temperature deviations in the cavities is quantified. Such sensitivities to modifications of design conditions can be extenuated by a ring configuration with several nonidentical resonator types. Moreover, the strong impact of the nonlinear correlation factor in the resonator modeling on the overall system stability is worked out.


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    Title :

    Mapping the Influence of Acoustic Resonators on Rocket Engine Combustion Stability


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    Publication date :

    2015-04-20


    Size :

    8 pages




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English