# Sand Separation Design AI Agent Connect

> Engineering tools for designing desanders and hydrocyclones based on fluid dynamics.

## Overview
- **Category:** engineering
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_CxHOnXoFry1qh7st79bOvCYjffg0FyGHiB351uNG/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** sand-separation, hydrocyclone, desander, erosion-prediction, fluid-mechanics

## Description

This MCP server provides specialized engineering tools for designing sand separation systems. It allows users to calculate desander dimensions, evaluate hydrocyclone capacity, assess erosion risk, and optimize overall system configurations. By applying principles like Stokes' law, the tools help determine the necessary equipment to handle specific sand production rates and particle size distributions in oil, gas, and water treatment processes.

## Tools

### assess_erosion_risk
Predict wear and tear on separation equipment based on sand characteristics

### calculate_desander_dimensions
Determine the physical size and configuration of a desander vessel

### evaluate_hydrocyclone_capacity
Determine if a hydrocyclone configuration can handle current sand production and fluid flow

### optimize_system_configuration
Recommend a combination of desander and hydrocyclone components

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
Calculate the desander dimensions for a flow rate of 500 m3/h, sand production of 5 kg/h, minimum particle size of 0.05 mm, and fluid viscosity of 0.001 Pa·s.
```

**Response:** 
```
The required desander vessel has a diameter of 1.2 meters, a height of 3.5 meters, and a residence time of 45 seconds with a capture efficiency of 98%.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
What is the erosion risk for a fluid velocity of 5 m/s with a sand production rate of 10 kg/h and a particle size distribution of {'0.05': 0.5, '0.1': 0.5} using carbon steel?
```

**Response:** 
```
The predicted erosion rate is 0.15 mm/year, resulting in a high risk level and an expected lifespan of 4.2 years for the carbon steel liner.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Recommend a system configuration for a target flow rate of 1000 m3/h and sand production of 20 kg/h with a minimum particle capture size of 0.03 mm.
```

**Response:** 
```
The recommended configuration includes 2 desanders and a high-efficiency hydrocyclone, with a total estimated footprint of 15 m2 and an estimated efficiency of 99.2%.
```

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How do I calculate the size of a desander?**
You can use the `calculate_desander_dimensions` tool. Provide the sand production rate, fluid flow rate, minimum particle size, and fluid viscosity to receive the vessel diameter, height, and residence time.

**Can I predict equipment wear from sand?**
Yes, the `assess_erosion_risk` tool predicts the erosion rate and expected lifespan of your equipment based on sand production, particle size distribution, fluid velocity, and material hardness.

**How do I check if a hydrocyclone is sufficient?**
Use the `evaluate_hydrocyclone_capacity` tool. It checks if a specific hydrocyclone diameter can handle the sand production and fluid flow while maintaining capture efficiency.