Computational analysis of room pressure control in airtight cleanrooms

Rick P. Kramer, Raymon J. Wasman, F.W. Sauerwalt, Derek R. Vissers, Marcel G.L.C. Loomans

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Abstract

Room pressure differential is an important aspect in order to guarantee sufficient contamination control, but is difficult to control in airtight cleanrooms. This research uses simulation models to get an understanding and to quantify the room pressure controllability of airtight cleanrooms. The most influential parameters on the room pressure controllability are identified using a sensitivity analysis. The effects of the shell airtightness and overflow flowrates are quantified, and the effect of a low/pressure cascade with three coupled rooms is investigated. Also, the effect of other parameters in the control system on the room pressure controllability are quantified. The main conclusion is that creating a flow/pressure cascade with a substantial flow rate can lead to significant improvements in room pressure controllability.
Original languageEnglish
Pages108-117
Number of pages10
Publication statusPublished - 5 Oct 2022
Event42nd AIVC Conference - 10th TightVent Conference - 8th venticool Conference: Ventilation challenges in a changing world - Hilton Hotel, Rotterdam, Netherlands
Duration: 5 Oct 20226 Oct 2022
https://aivc2022conference.org/

Conference

Conference42nd AIVC Conference - 10th TightVent Conference - 8th venticool Conference
Abbreviated titleAIVC 2022
Country/TerritoryNetherlands
CityRotterdam
Period5/10/226/10/22
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