A new mechanized valve

Abstract: Valves are mechanical or natural devices that control, regulates, or directs the flow and pressure of a fluid (liquids, gases, slurries) within a system or process by opening or closing various passageways. They are very essential components of a piping system in homes as well as at industry levels. Different types of valves are available: plug, ball, diaphragm, pinch, gate, globe, butterfly, etc. These different valves have different features and functions. Unlike other valves, the moving part of this new valve moves linearly up and down inside the body. This paper attempts to explain clearly the working principle of a new mechanized valve, its advantages, and its practical implementation. Computational design is carried out in 2D and 3D using SOLIDWORKS and ANSYS software. In SOLIDWORKS 2D and 3D model of the valve is created and assembled while in ANSYS, Finite Element Analysis of the valve is carried out.

Keywords: Plug Valve, Diaphragm Valve, Pinch Valve, Finite Element Analysis.