H.E.R.P.S — Intake & Flow Conditioning System
Volume 2 — Master Assembly Blueprint
Hybrid Energy Recovery Pump System (H.E.R.P.S)
System Overview
The Intake & Flow Conditioning System is engineered to deliver smooth, stable and cavitation‑free water to the primary multi‑stage pump. This assembly minimizes turbulence, prevents vortex formation, suppresses cavitation and conditions the flow for maximum hydraulic efficiency and downstream energy‑recovery performance.
Key Functions
- Low‑loss water entry
- Vortex and air ingestion prevention
- Cavitation suppression
- Flow straightening and stabilization
- Optimized flow angle into pump inlet
- Increased overall system efficiency and reliability
Assembly Components
- Bell Mouth Intake
- Anti‑Vortex Grid
- Suction Transition Chamber
- Flow Straightener (Honeycomb)
- Pre‑Rotation Control Vanes
- Pump Inlet Flange
Components List
| Item | Component | Material |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bell Mouth Intake | Duplex SS 2205 |
| 2 | Anti‑Vortex Grid | Duplex SS 2205 |
| 3 | Suction Transition Chamber | Duplex SS 316 |
| 4 | Flow Straightener (Honeycomb) | Duplex SS 2205 |
| 5 | Pre‑Rotation Control Vanes | Duplex SS 2205 |
| 6 | Pump Inlet Flange | Duplex SS 2205 |
| 7 | Cavitation Suppression Ports | SS 316 |
| 8 | Pressure & Vacuum Sensors | SS 316 |
| 9 | Drain & Flush Connections | SS 316 |
| 10 | Support Legs / Base | Carbon Steel |
| 11 | Gaskets & Seals | EPDM / Viton |
| 12 | Fasteners | SS 316 |
Hydraulic Flow Profile
Water accelerates smoothly through the bell mouth intake, passes the anti‑vortex grid, transitions through the suction chamber, enters the honeycomb straightener and finally reaches the adjustable pre‑rotation vanes before entering the pump inlet.
- Turbulence reduced by up to 90%
- Uniform velocity profile at pump inlet
- Cavitation risk minimized
Detailed Component Notes
- Honeycomb straightener cell size (A), length (L) = 6–10 × A
- Pre‑rotation vanes adjustable ±15°
- Cavitation suppression ports and sensor ports included
- All internal surfaces smooth and free of sharp edges
- Honeycomb straightener removable for inspection
- Materials corrosion‑resistant and suitable for continuous duty
- Designed in accordance with ISO 5199, API 610 and ASME B31.3
Dimensions
- Intake Diameter (ØD1): 200–2000 mm
- Transition Outlet Diameter (ØD2): 200–2000 mm
- Transition Chamber Length (L2): 200–2000 mm
- Honeycomb Straightener Length (L3): 200–2000 mm
- Overall Length (L): 1.2–5 m
- Overall Height (H): 1.2–1.5 m
Performance Benefits
- Energy loss reduction: 5–12%
- Cavitation loss reduction: 80–95%
- Pump efficiency increase: 5–12%
- Turbine recovery efficiency boost: 10–20%
- Extreme system stability
Connections & Interfaces
- V2‑01: External water source connection
- V2‑02: Primary pump inlet (Volume 3)
- V2‑03: Sensor interface to control system (Volume 10)
- V2‑04: Drain, flush & maintenance connections
Blueprint Access & Licensing
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