Study on the Influence of Hall Effect on the Performance of Disk Generation Channel

Compared to the Faraday-type power generation channel structure, the disk-type power generation channel offers several advantages, including a simpler structure, higher enthalpy extraction efficiency, and greater power density. These features effectively reduce the requirements for magnetic systems,...

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Main Authors: Linyong Li, Guang Wang, Yingke Liao, Qing Wu, Peijie Ning
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Published: MDPI AG 2025-03-01
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2312-7481/11/3/19
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description Compared to the Faraday-type power generation channel structure, the disk-type power generation channel offers several advantages, including a simpler structure, higher enthalpy extraction efficiency, and greater power density. These features effectively reduce the requirements for magnetic systems, making it a priority development direction for space nuclear magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) power generation channels. The disk power generation channel utilizes the Hall effect for power generation; however, the impact of the Hall effect on current distribution, plasma characteristics, conductivity, and other parameters within the disk-type power generation channel remains unclear. A mathematical model of a plasma MHD power generation channel was established using a He/Xe mixed gas as the working fluid. Numerical simulations were conducted to investigate the performance of the disk-shaped power generation channel under varying Hall parameters. The research findings indicate that a strong circular Faraday current forms near the anode, leading to significant anode erosion. The Hall effect significantly influences plasma stability, with stronger Hall effects resulting in reduced plasma stability. Conductivity between the electrodes gradually increases from the anode to the cathode, becoming more pronounced as the Hall effect intensifies. By enhancing the Hall effect, the enthalpy extraction rate is significantly improved, electrical efficiency asymptotically approaches 50%, and the overall performance of the power generation channel is substantially enhanced.
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spelling doaj-art-a87c71091f4d4ad693022e8176ffb4e72025-08-20T02:11:17ZengMDPI AGMagnetochemistry2312-74812025-03-011131910.3390/magnetochemistry11030019Study on the Influence of Hall Effect on the Performance of Disk Generation ChannelLinyong Li0Guang Wang1Yingke Liao2Qing Wu3Peijie Ning4School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Guilin University of Aerospace Technology, Guilin 541004, ChinaSchool of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Guilin University of Aerospace Technology, Guilin 541004, ChinaSchool of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Guilin University of Aerospace Technology, Guilin 541004, ChinaSchool of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Guilin University of Aerospace Technology, Guilin 541004, ChinaSchool of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Guilin University of Aerospace Technology, Guilin 541004, ChinaCompared to the Faraday-type power generation channel structure, the disk-type power generation channel offers several advantages, including a simpler structure, higher enthalpy extraction efficiency, and greater power density. These features effectively reduce the requirements for magnetic systems, making it a priority development direction for space nuclear magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) power generation channels. The disk power generation channel utilizes the Hall effect for power generation; however, the impact of the Hall effect on current distribution, plasma characteristics, conductivity, and other parameters within the disk-type power generation channel remains unclear. A mathematical model of a plasma MHD power generation channel was established using a He/Xe mixed gas as the working fluid. Numerical simulations were conducted to investigate the performance of the disk-shaped power generation channel under varying Hall parameters. The research findings indicate that a strong circular Faraday current forms near the anode, leading to significant anode erosion. The Hall effect significantly influences plasma stability, with stronger Hall effects resulting in reduced plasma stability. Conductivity between the electrodes gradually increases from the anode to the cathode, becoming more pronounced as the Hall effect intensifies. By enhancing the Hall effect, the enthalpy extraction rate is significantly improved, electrical efficiency asymptotically approaches 50%, and the overall performance of the power generation channel is substantially enhanced.https://www.mdpi.com/2312-7481/11/3/19disk-type power generationmagnetohydrodynamichall effectHe/Xeplasma
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Study on the Influence of Hall Effect on the Performance of Disk Generation Channel
Magnetochemistry
disk-type power generation
magnetohydrodynamic
hall effect
He/Xe
plasma
title Study on the Influence of Hall Effect on the Performance of Disk Generation Channel
title_full Study on the Influence of Hall Effect on the Performance of Disk Generation Channel
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title_short Study on the Influence of Hall Effect on the Performance of Disk Generation Channel
title_sort study on the influence of hall effect on the performance of disk generation channel
topic disk-type power generation
magnetohydrodynamic
hall effect
He/Xe
plasma
url https://www.mdpi.com/2312-7481/11/3/19
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