The triadic analysis of Tesla Turbine dynamics involves examining the fluid dynamics (A); energy conversion, from the kinetic energy of the fluid to the mechanical energy of the rotating discs (B); and the power output (C). In keeping with the Equilibrium Triad, these three components need to be balanced for the turbine to function effectively.
A. Structural Analysis: Looking at the Stabilization Triad, the three stages of fluid entry (A1), fluid actions on the discs (B1) and its eventual exit (C1) form a critical cycle within the turbine's operational mechanics. On the other hand, the Counterbalance Triad highlights the potential issues that could arise if any stage isn't functioning properly.
A1: Fluid Entry: The fluid (gas or liquid) enters the turbine and is directed towards the disc assembly. It's crucial that the fluid is supplied at an optimum pressure and angle, as it directly impacts disc rotation and, subsequently, energy conversion.
B1: Fluid Actions on Discs: As the fluid moves tangentially across the disc surfaces, it imparts its momentum to the discs, causing them to rotate. It is pivotal that the discs are designed and assembled in a way that they efficiently harness the energy of the fluid.
C1: Fluid Exit: The spent fluid exits the turbine housing after transferring its energy to the disc assembly. The efficient exit of fluid is important to sustain the pressure difference that drives the turbine and to prevent any back pressure that could hamper disc rotation.
B. Functional Analysis: Using the Causal Triad, the functionality and dependencies between fluid dynamics (A2), energy conversion (B2), and power output (C2) can be evaluated.
A2: Fluid Dynamics: The pressure, speed, and direction of fluid flow directly influence the turbine's energy conversion efficiency. Any fluctuations in these parameters could cause changes in the amount of energy transferred to the disc assembly, and thus, the power output.
B2: Energy Conversion: The disc assembly plays a key role in converting the fluid's kinetic energy into mechanical energy. Variations in the speed and configuration of the disc assembly can significantly affect the power output.
C2: Power Output: The power output depends on the successful conversion of fluid kinetic energy into mechanical energy and the efficient transmission of this power to the external load. Any disruptions in fluid dynamics, energy conversion process or power transmission can result in a decrease in power output.
C. Potential Analysis: The Discontinuity Triad provides an understanding of the potential outcomes of the Tesla Turbine mechanics. The fluid's entry into the turbine (A3) leads to action on the discs (B3) and power output (C3), these steps, however, are not linearly dependent on one another.
A3: Fluid Entry: Even with ideal conditions at fluid entry, the actual energy conversion and power output are dependent on several other factors, such as disc assembly design, efficiency of energy conversion, and power transmission mechanism.
B3: Fluid Actions on Discs: Optimal fluid actions on the disc assembly can lead to maximum energy conversion, but they don't automatically guarantee high power output. Factors like potential energy losses in the power transmission or load characteristics are also influential.
C3: Power Output: Although derived from fluid actions and energy conversion, the power output also involves efficient power transmission to the external load. Mechanical, electrical or load-related disruptions can affect the actual power output irrespective of the upstream processes.