A STUDY OF THE EFFECT OF LIQUID FLOW RATE, PIPE SIZE AND PIPE ORIENTATION ON THE LIQUID HOLD-UP USING BEGGS AND BRILL CORRELATION
Abstract:
The objective of this study was to investigate the impact of liquid flow rate, pipe size, and pipe orientation on liquid hold-up in multiphase flow systems. The Beggs and Brill correlation, widely used in the oil and gas industry, was employed to analyze the liquid hold-up behavior under varying experimental conditions.
The experiment was conducted using a test rig consisting of different pipe sizes and orientations. The liquid flow rate was controlled using a pump, allowing for systematic variation in flow conditions. The liquid hold-up was measured at different locations along the pipe using appropriate instrumentation.
The results indicated a significant influence of liquid flow rate on the liquid hold-up. Higher flow rates led to increased liquid hold-up due to enhanced liquid-liquid and liquid-gas interactions. The pipe size also played a crucial role in determining liquid hold-up, with larger pipe diameters resulting in higher hold-up values. This effect can be attributed to the increased available volume for liquid accumulation.
Furthermore, pipe orientation was found to affect liquid hold-up. Horizontal pipes exhibited higher liquid hold-up compared to vertical pipes, primarily due to the gravity-driven accumulation of liquid. The inclination angle of inclined pipes also influenced the liquid hold-up, with higher angles leading to increased hold-up values.
The experimental data obtained from this study were compared with the predictions of the Beggs and Brill correlation. The correlation demonstrated reasonable agreement with the experimental results, validating its applicability in estimating liquid hold-up under different flow conditions.
Understanding the factors influencing liquid hold-up in multiphase flow systems is crucial for designing and optimizing oil and gas production processes. This study contributes to the existing knowledge by providing insights into the effects of liquid flow rate, pipe size, and pipe orientation on liquid hold-up using the Beggs and Brill correlation. The findings can aid engineers and researchers in accurately predicting liquid hold-up and optimizing the design and operation of multiphase flow systems in various industries.
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