Observation of pump effect using ultrasonic transducer and opposing surface

M. Takasaki, H. Shinada, Y. Ishino, D. Yamaguchi, M. Hara, T. Mizuno

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Abstract

Currently, pumps are used in various fields to supply air and liquid. These pumps include problems on wear, lifetime, working temperature and so on. To solve these problems, we have proposed an ultrasonic pump. Previously, we found an occurrence of pump effect when an opposing block faces an ultrasonically vibrating surface with a small gap. To observe the pump effect, an experimental setup with an ultrasonic transducer and a block was prepared. Fluid flow could be decided according to configuration of the opposing surface. When circumference of the opposing surface was tapered, air was discharged from the gap of two surfaces. On the other hand, when center of the surface was tapered, fluid was sucked into the gap. As experimental results, the maximum gauge pressure of 10 kPa with zero flow rate and the maximum flow rate of 60 ml/min with no load were observed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationACTUATOR 2018 - 16th International Conference and Exhibition on New Actuators and Drive Systems, Conference Proceedings
EditorsHubert Borgmann
PublisherVDE Verlag GmbH
Pages319-320
Number of pages2
ISBN (Electronic)9783800746750
Publication statusPublished - 2018
Externally publishedYes
Event16th International Conference and Exhibition on New Actuators and Drive Systems, ACTUATOR 2018 - Bremen, Germany
Duration: Jun 25 2018Jun 27 2018

Publication series

NameACTUATOR 2018 - 16th International Conference and Exhibition on New Actuators and Drive Systems, Conference Proceedings

Conference

Conference16th International Conference and Exhibition on New Actuators and Drive Systems, ACTUATOR 2018
Country/TerritoryGermany
CityBremen
Period6/25/186/27/18

Keywords

  • Pump
  • Squeeze File Effect
  • Ultrasonic Vibration

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Control and Optimization

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