DESIGN OF FLUIDIZED BED GRAIN SEPARATOR FOR DOMESTIC APPLICATION

ABSTRACT Fluidized beds are effective for particle separation, nevertheless issues such as inefficient stratification, entrainment of fines persist hence, there is a need for a comprehensive investigation into factors that affect separation in Fluidized beds and the development of optimized techniques for improved performance. Fluidized bed system for particle separation is generally an essential process in various industrial sectors. A fluidized bed grain separator is a system designed to separate grains of different shapes, sizes and densities using a fluidized bed technology. This study presents the design, development, and testing of a domestic-scale fluidized bed grain separator. The device utilizes a blower to create a fluidized bed of grains, allowing for efficient separation of grains. The separator's performance was evaluated using various grain types, and the results showed denser particle settles below the less dense particle in the column there by separation and collecting the less dense particle over the denser particle. This work enhances the understanding of fluidized bed and provides insight for improving particle separation processes. It also sets for future investigations and aimed at advancing separation technologies across range of applications for various industries and homes.