Coupled gas–solid flow dynamics and particle capture mechanisms in a sweeping–suction cleaning system

Xu, Yaozong; Gong, Chao; Chen, Yajuan; Cai, Bixin; Liu, Jinduo; Pan, Jiabao

doi:10.5194/ms-16-947-2025

Articles | Volume 16, issue 2

https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-16-947-2025

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https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-16-947-2025

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Articles | Volume 16, issue 2

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03 Dec 2025

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| 03 Dec 2025

Coupled gas–solid flow dynamics and particle capture mechanisms in a sweeping–suction cleaning system

Yaozong Xu, Chao Gong, Yajuan Chen, Bixin Cai, Jinduo Liu, and Jiabao Pan

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Short summary

We studied how street sweeping vehicles remove dust and debris by combining rotating brushes with suction. Using computer simulations, we showed how brush angle, speed, and suction strength work together to influence cleaning results. Our findings reveal that the right balance of these factors creates a strong airflow zone that captures particles efficiently. This research helps improve sweeper design, leading to cleaner streets, lower energy use, and healthier urban environments.