Optimization Design of Y-Shaped Settling Diversion Wall Based on Orthogonal Test

Abstract

In order to improve the inflow state of the combined sluice-pumping station project with a 15° transverse side angle, a Y-shaped settling diversion wall is designed, which can change its layout form according to the operation conditions of the project. To analyze the flow characteristics of the Y-shaped settling diversion wall with different parameter combinations, an orthogonal test is used in this article. Considering four factors that can affect the flow pattern—the length, width, radian and arc radius of the diversion wall—the rectifying performances of 25 diversion wall schemes were analyzed under two operating conditions. The results show that the radian factor of the Y-shaped settling diversion wall has the greatest influence on its rectification effect. Finally, combined with numerical simulation of the optimal scheme and several other comparison schemes, the best scheme for the parameter combination of the diversion wall of the combined sluice-pumping station with a 15° transverse side angle is obtained.