Received 16.08.2023, Revised 20.11.2023, Accepted 18.12.2023
https://doi.org/10.54919/physics/54.2023.36
Relevance. Understanding the dynamic behavior of radicals in reactors undergoing gas-phase oxidation of organic substances is crucial for optimizing reactor design and safety across industries.
Purpose. This study aims to elucidate the emergence of standing wave structures influenced by feedback mechanisms in reactors with cylindrical and spherical symmetry, using mathematical principles governing the propagation of oscillations and shock waves in diffusion-driven chain reactions.
Methodology. Materials and methods for the research included a computer simulation using MATHCAD 2001i, and comparative analysis of experimental data obtained from reactor experiments. The computational modeling revealed vivid formations of standing wave structures in reactors influenced by feedback mechanisms.
Results. The impact of reverse connections in reactors with cylindrical and spherical symmetry significantly contributed to the formation of various standing wave structures of radical concentrations within the reaction zone. It was found that these structures were largely imperceptible visually and could only be observed when the reaction was accompanied by intense light emission. These visual representations served as compelling evidence of the intricate interplay between reaction kinetics and feedback effects. The study emphasized the importance of understanding and predicting the root causes of instabilities, ultimately enhancing the reliability and safety of reactors across various industries. The results demonstrated a correlation between specific feedback mechanisms and the spatial distribution of standing wave structures.
Conclusions. The derived computational patterns, as presented in this paper, provide compelling evidence supporting the feasibility of standing wave structure formation within reactors when influenced by feedback mechanisms. The study unveiled the potential for fine-tuning reactor parameters to influence the formation and stability of these structures. The findings represented a significant stride towards a more comprehensive understanding of dynamic regimes in reactors, with implications for reactor design, operation, and safety protocols. The insights garnered from uncovering standing wave structures influenced by feedback mechanisms offered valuable opportunities to optimize reactor design and operational safety, leading to more efficient and sustainable processes
Keywords: oxidation, back bonding, modeling of dynamic modes, radicals, oscillatory phenomena, stationary process
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