Determination of particle deposition in enclosed spaces by Detached Eddy Simulation with the Lagrangian method

Accurate prediction of particle deposition in airliner cabins is important for estimating the exposure risk of passengers to infectious diseases. This study developed a Detached Eddy Simulation (DES) model with a modified Lagrangian method. The computer model was validated with experimental data for particle deposition in a cavity with natural convection and with air velocity, air temperature, and particle concentration data from a four-row, twin-aisle cabin mockup. The validation showed that the model performed well for the two cases. Then the model was further used to study particle deposition in the cabin mockup with seven sizes of particles. The particles were assumed to be released from an index passenger due to breathing or talking at zero velocity and due to coughing at a suitable jet velocity. This study can provide quantitative particle deposition distributions for different surfaces and particles removed by cabin ventilation.

► We developed a Lagrangian particle deposition model with Detached Eddy Simulation.
► This deposition model was validated by experimental measurements.
► This model was applied to simulate particle deposition in an airplane cabin mockup.
► Quantitative particle deposition distribution for different surfaces was simulated.
► The particle deposition depends on particle size, release mode and airflow field.