Airflow Sciences Awarded $200k to Develop Geothermal Flow Measurement System

A two-phase mixture of steam and water is drawn up to the surface to rotate a steam-powered turbine that generates electricity. Such data will help sites operate their turbines with greater efficiency, adjusting reservoir flows in real time based on which ones can deliver the highest thermodynamic potential.Airflows proposed system will give site managers the ability to know not only the flow rates supplied from each well, but more importantly, the vapor-to-liquid ratio in the supply lines. The result will be a cost-effective, two-phase flow meter with a complete temperature characterization for both the vapor and liquid phase of the fluid. "The measurement system proposed by our team represents a complete, economical solution for the management of the most crucial asset of the geothermal site the reservoir. They specialize in the design and optimization of equipment and processes involving flow, heat transfer, combustion, and mass transfer.Learn more: http://www.airflowsciences.com The mission of the Energy Department is to ensure Americas security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.