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A prototype rotor-stator laboratory scale homogenizer has been designed, manufactured and evaluated with respect to performance as a low cost option for both academia and research purposes. The model of the homogenizer was created by means of SolidWorks and then manufactured through CNC machining along with traditional manufacturing processes. Due to its high mechanical strength and chemical resistance against corrosion, SS 641 was chosen for the shaft and connecting rod. For its light weight and ease of machining, Al 6061 was chosen for the housing and frame supports. A pressure and temperature sensor (BMP180) was integrated into an Arduino based controller to monitor data generated from the homogenizer’s operation in real time. Analytical determinations and optimizations of key design parameters; rotor-stator size, shaft length, tip speed and torque were made to optimize emulsification of oil in water. Experimental trials demonstrated that the optimized, low cost design provided reliable performance in creating stable emulsions. This article also identifies potential enhancements to include variable speed control, temperature monitoring, and CFD based designs to further enhance performance.

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Design Optimization and Fabrication of a Lab-Scale Rotor-Stator Homogenizer

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  • 发表日期：

    2026年

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  • Sunil Sable,
  • Harsh Kolarkar,
  • Manthan Alandkar,
  • Abhishek Guhagarkar,
  • Shruti Dabhade,
  • Krutika Dhole

摘要

A prototype rotor-stator laboratory scale homogenizer has been designed, manufactured and evaluated with respect to performance as a low cost option for both academia and research purposes. The model of the homogenizer was created by means of SolidWorks and then manufactured through CNC machining along with traditional manufacturing processes. Due to its high mechanical strength and chemical resistance against corrosion, SS 641 was chosen for the shaft and connecting rod. For its light weight and ease of machining, Al 6061 was chosen for the housing and frame supports. A pressure and temperature sensor (BMP180) was integrated into an Arduino based controller to monitor data generated from the homogenizer’s operation in real time. Analytical determinations and optimizations of key design parameters; rotor-stator size, shaft length, tip speed and torque were made to optimize emulsification of oil in water. Experimental trials demonstrated that the optimized, low cost design provided reliable performance in creating stable emulsions. This article also identifies potential enhancements to include variable speed control, temperature monitoring, and CFD based designs to further enhance performance.