The dynamic performance analysis of the reciprocating continuous wave generator based on the fluid–structure interaction

Abstract

Using computational fluid dynamics method, dynamic mesh technology, and the dynamic equation of the moving elements, the performance of the reciprocating continuous wave generator is simulated. The influence of the non-Newtonian property of the drilling fluid on the pressure signal is analysed, and the results show that the influence of the non-Newtonian property on the pressure loss at the orifice is small due to the high Reynolds number. The influence of the motion pattern and the exciting frequency of the pilot valve on the dynamic performance of the generator is also analysed, and the results show that: the signal generated from the sinusoidal motion pattern of the pilot valve changes mildly, which is beneficial to the continuous wave generation; during the main poppet opening, the relief valve is at the position of minimum lift, which results in the slowly decreasing pressure, and the rate of signal generation is decreased.