On the Theoretical Prediction of Microalgae Growth for Parallel Flow

The established microalgae growth models are semi-empirical or considerable fitting coefficients exist currently. Therefore, the ability of model prediction is reduced by numerous coefficients. Furthermore, predicted results dependent on size photobioreactor (PBR), light intensity, flow and concentration field. mechanism has not clearly understood in PBR cultivation. It difficult to predict theoretical methods, owing aforementioned factors. We developed an exploratory bridging rate PBRs using nondimensional method which effectively fluid dynamics heat transfer. analytical solution was obtained for parallel flow. expressed as function Reynolds number Schmidt number, can be used arbitrary due quantities. theoretically compared with experimentally measured order magnitude. successfully applied problem first time. general unify experimental data different laboratory conditions, give a direction disorder problem. may useful explain design large-scale biofuel production. significance work foundation methodology biological theory growth.