How to calculate pipeline pressure drop
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How is pipeline pressure drop calculated? Can simulation software such as Aspen or ProII be used? It can calculate the pressure drop for pipes, valves, etc.!
The pipe pressure drop is generally calculated using Bernoulli’s equation. Simulation software can be used, provided that the composition and other relevant conditions are known; it is best to have simulation files based on the operating conditions of existing devices, on which the simulation can be carried out. Usually, when only density and viscosity are known, it is not possible to use simulation software for calculations. The forum has a program for calculating pipe pressure drop, which can determine the pressure loss caused by fittings, valves, etc.; http://bbs.hcbbs.com/thread-4384-1-1.html. There may be other programs as well – just do a search.
I use professional AFT fluid software for the calculations.