Turkish Journal of Earth Sciences
Abstract
Numerical temperature and fluid flow simulations were conducted using ANSYS Fluent to investigate the influence of porosity variations on the temperature distribution within the gas hydrate layer. The study was carried out in the Black Sea region, where the gas hydrate deposits are of particular interest due to their potential for energy resources. The simulations explored various porosity levels within the hydrate layer to observe their effect on thermal behavior and fluid dynamics. The results revealed that porosity plays a significant role in modulating the temperature distribution within the gas hydrate layer, with lower porosity models exhibiting higher temperatures compared to higher porosity models. These findings are consistent with the understanding that lower porosity environments tend to have reduced heat dissipation capabilities, leading to localized temperature increases. This study provides valuable insights into the thermal dynamics of gas hydrate systems and highlights the importance of porosity as a key factor in determining the stability and distribution of gas hydrates in marine environments.
DOI
10.55730/1300-0985.2012
Keywords
Fluid flow, temperature, numerical modeling, porosity, gas hydrate, Black Sea
First Page
173
Last Page
183
Publisher
The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye (TÜBİTAK)
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Recommended Citation
GÜVEM, B, & DOĞAN, D (2026). Numerical study of porosity effects on temperature and fluid flow in Black Sea gas hydrates. Turkish Journal of Earth Sciences 35 (2): 173-183. https://doi.org/10.55730/1300-0985.2012
