PPPL-5365

Experimental Calibration Procedures for Rotating Lorentz-Force Flowmeters

Authors: M. G. Hvasta, N. T. Slighton, E. Kolemen, A. E. Fisher

Abstract:  Rotating Lorentz-force flowmeters are a novel and useful technology with a range of applications in a variety of different industries. However, calibrating these flowmeters can be challenging, time-consuming, and expensive. In this paper, simple calibration processes for rotating Lorentz-force flowmeters are presented. These processes eliminate the need for expensive equipment, numerical modeling, redundant flowmeters, and system down-time. The calibration processes are explained in a step-by-step manner and compared to experimental results.

Submitted to: Applied Physics Letters
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