Phase Power Circulation Pipeline for Stable High-Flow Fluid Testing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing experimental devices for fluid flow research with flow rates greater than 1 m3/d in oilfield development require large floor spaces, numerous auxiliary devices, and complex operations, making them inefficient and costly.
Innovation Solution
A phase power device with a circulation pipeline and phase power control components, including pistons and a gas tank, is used to drive fluid circulation, reducing the need for auxiliary devices and optimizing space by achieving a set flow rate within the experiment system.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional experimental devices are used for fluid flow research with flow rates greater than 1 m3/d, then the required flow rate can be achieved, but the floor space required increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple auxiliary devices (collection tank, stabilization tank, supplement pump, high-pressure pump) into an integrated phase power device system. The phase power device integrates power generation, fluid circulation, and pressure stabilization functions into a single compact unit, dramatically reducing the floor space required while maintaining the ability to handle flow rates greater than 1 m3/d
Solution Approach 2:
The phase power device serves multiple functions simultaneously: it generates power from fluid flow, circulates fluid through the system, maintains pressure stability, and enables experimental measurement. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate auxiliary devices, reducing both space requirements and operational complexity
2Productivity
If traditional experimental devices are used for fluid flow research, then the required flow rate can be achieved, but the number of auxiliary devices increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges collection tank, stabilization tank, supplement pump, and high-pressure pump functions into a single phase power device. This integration reduces the number of auxiliary devices from four separate components to one unified system, simplifying the overall experimental setup while maintaining the required flow rate capability
Solution Approach 2:
The phase power device is designed as a multi-functional unit that performs power generation, fluid circulation, pressure regulation, and flow control simultaneously. This universality eliminates the need for multiple specialized auxiliary devices, reducing system complexity
3Productivity
If traditional experimental devices are used for fluid flow research, then the required flow rate can be achieved, but the operational complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
By integrating multiple control functions into the phase power device, the patent reduces operational complexity. The unified system requires fewer separate operations and adjustments compared to coordinating multiple independent auxiliary devices, making the experimental setup easier to operate while maintaining high flow rate capability
Solution Approach 2:
The phase power device's multi-functional design allows a single control mechanism to manage power generation, fluid circulation, and pressure regulation simultaneously. This reduces the number of operational steps and control points required, simplifying the overall operation compared to traditional multi-device systems
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The phase power device enables efficient fluid circulation, reducing experimental costs and improving the authenticity of laboratory simulations to match field applications by minimizing space and device usage while maintaining a stable flow rate.
Implementation Method 1
a piston (202) disposed in the piston barrel (201) and movable along the piston barrel
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AI summary
A phase power device, comprising: a circulation pipe (1) and a preset number of phase power control components (2), wherein the circulation pipe (1) is used to provide a channel for fluid circulation flow, and the preset number of phase power control components (2) are disposed on the circulation pipe (1) and used to drive fluid in the circulation pipe (1) to circulate and flow. Further provided is a fluid experiment system, comprising the phase power device. The phase power device and the fluid experiment system may enable the fluid to meet a set flow requirement during the experiment, thus reducing the use of auxiliary equipment, and reducing experiment costs.