Separating small particles from liquids with hydro-cyclone, Part I - conclusions and recommendations arising from literature search

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1959
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Australian Atomic Energy Commission
Abstract
A literature search has shown that a two stage hydrocyclone is required to give maximum concentration simultaneously with maximum clarification. For design purposes it is necessary to consider each operation separately. Concentration and clarification efficiencies have been proposed which will enable a choice of the major dimensions of a hydrocyclone to be made for each operation once experimental data are available for various systems. The programme of experimental work required to provide this information as well as information on operation methods is given.
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Particles, Cyclone separators, Liquids, Flow rate
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Cairns, R. C., Thurstan, E. G., & Turner, K. S. (1959). Separating small particles from liquids with hydro-cyclone, Part 1 - conclusions and recommendations arising from literature search (AAEC/E45). Lucas Heights, N.S.W.: Research Establishment, Australian Atomic Energy Commission.