What happens if a negative pressure gradient is applied to a diffuser?

In summary, applying a negative pressure gradient to a diffuser can lead to a decrease in airflow efficiency, potential flow separation, and increased turbulence. This condition may result in reduced performance of the diffuser, impacting the overall system's effectiveness in directing airflow. If the pressure gradient is too negative, it can even cause backflow, disrupting the intended flow path and potentially damaging the system.
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A diffuser normally decreases the velocity by increasing the area. With assumption of an incrompressible flow, according to Bernoulli, the static pressure increases. What happens if one "forces" the flow through a diffuser by applying a bigger pressure on the inlet than on the outlet?
 
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Welcome to PF.

You have hypothesised a paradoxical impossibility.
The flow will increase until the output pressure rises to the point where Bernoulli is satisfied.
 
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Baluncore said:
Welcome to PF.

You have hypothesised a paradoxical impossibility.
The flow will increase until the output pressure rises to the point where Bernoulli is satisfied.
Thank you very much, i was really driving myself crazy...😂
 
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