Series and Parallel Pump Configuration with CFD Simulation

In complex systems, pumps can be connected in series or in parallel. In series operation the heads are added together and in parallel operation, the flow rates of the pumps are added. Series and parallel configuration of pumps behave similar to series and parallel configuration of electric resistances in electric circuits. Learn about Series and parallel configuration of pumps equipment for optimal educational outcomes.. The pump correlates with the electric resistance, the flow correlates with the electric current and the head with the voltage.

• investigation of series and parallel configuration of pumps
• two identical centrifugal pumps
• transparent tank as intake tank
• overflow in the tank ensures constant suction head
• ball valves used to switch between series and parallel operation
• manometers at inlet and outlet of each pump
• flow rate determined by base module
• water supply via base module or via laboratory supply
• flow visualisation using prepared CFD simulations
• digital multimedia teaching material online in the Media Center: E–Learning course, prepared CFD simulations, worksheets, videos