| Abstract: | Analytic expressions for the flow and pressure in a dead-end duct which has loss of fluid through a porous wall are developed. The presence of an obstruction or auxiliary fan at the end of the duct is included. In either case there is a maximum permissible length of duct. As the duct length approaches this maximum, the main supply fan power and flow increase dramatically. There is no recirculation within the duct when there is an obstruction at the end of the duct. If an auxiliary fan is used, there is always recirculation. However the use of an auxiliary fan can yield major savings in total power requirements. |
