Mathematical model for moisture diffusion in stored grain due to temperature gradients
Trans. of the ASAE Vol. 37(5):1591-1604, 1994
Authors:
Kishor Khankari, R.V. Morey and S. V. Patankar
Abstract:
Seasonal variations in ambient temperatures can cause safe moisture contents of stored grain to become unsafe due to migration or redistribution of moisture within the storage. Such migration of moisture generally occurs due to thermal gradients in the stored grain and depends on various factors related to the grain quality, bin size, and local climatic conditions. In this article, a mathematical model for the simultaneous heat and moisture transfer is developed by incorporating a sorption isotherm relationship to predict moisture migration in stored grain due to diffusion. The coupled, nonlinear transport equations are solved numerically by using a control-volume scheme. The predicted results show good agreement with the available experimental data in the literature. This model is also applied to predict moisture migration under conditions approximating winter and summer storage periods. The predictions of moisture and temperature distribution are consistent with field observations.
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About the author
Dr. Kishor Khankari
ASHRAE Fellow, ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
Dr Kishor Khankari is the founder of AnSight LLC. As a specialist in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), his passion for solving engineering problems and providing sound scientific solutions has led to innovations and optimized designs in the industry.
A noted expert in his field, he has a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota and has published in several technical journals and trade magazines. As a well sought-after speaker Dr. Khankari makes regular presentations in various technical conferences and professional meetings worldwide.
