Topics: Flat heat pipes , Heat , Condensers (steam plant) , Heat transfer , Temperature , Switches , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat capacity , Heat pipes

Optimization of Biporous Micropillar Array for Enhanced Heat Transfer Performance

Mengyao Wei, Sivanand Somasundaram, Bin He, Qian Liang, Rishi Raj, Chuan Seng Tan, Evelyn N. Wang

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52651

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Heat transfer , Optimization , Design , Heat flux , Microchannels , Pressure , Columns (Structural) , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Energy conservation , Heat pipes

Oscillating Heat Pipes for Waste Heat Recovery in HVAC Systems

Govinda Mahajan, Heejin Cho, Scott M. Thompson, Harrison Rupp, Kevin Muse

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52720

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Heat pipes , Heat recovery , HVAC equipment , Heat transfer , Fluids , Heat , Air conditioning , Convection , Dimensions , Energy conservation

Heat Transfer Analysis in Solar Energy Systems

Thermal Performance of a Receiver Tube for a High Concentration Ratio Parabolic Trough System and Potential for Improved Performance With Syltherm800-CuO Nanofluid

Aggrey Mwesigye, Zhongjie Huan, Josua P. Meyer

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50234

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Nanofluids , Parabolic troughs , Temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat flux , Heat transfer , Thermal efficiency , Computational fluid dynamics , Fluids , Heat losses

Innovative Volumetric Solar Receiver Micro-Design Based on Numerical Predictions

Raffaele Capuano, Thomas Fend, Bernhard Hoffschmidt, Robert Pitz-Paal

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50597

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Design , Solar energy , Heat , Solar radiation , Computer simulation , Concentrating solar power , Energy generation , Fluids , Geometry , Natural convection

Dense Granular Flows as a New Heat Transfer Fluid for Concentrated Solar Power

Megan F. Watkins, Richard D. Gould

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51069

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Concentrating solar power , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Heat transfer , Heat transfer coefficients , Temperature , Particulate matter , Ceramics , Gravity (Force) , Heat

An Experimental Study of the Effect of SiO2 Nanoparticles on the Phase Change Characteristics of KNO3-NaNO3 Mixtures for Thermal Energy Storage

Pau Gimenez-Gavarrell, Sonia Fereres

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52022

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Nanoparticles , Quartz , Thermal energy storage , Melting , Solidification , Storage , Temperature , Heat , Heat storage , Latent heat

Application of Microscale Devices for Megawatt Scale Concentrating Solar Power Plants

Kyle R. Zada, M. Kevin Drost, Brian M. Fronk

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52529

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Concentrating solar power , Microscale devices , Design , Flux (Metallurgy) , Thermal efficiency , Blocks (Building materials) , Electricity (Physics) , Emissions , Emissivity , Fluids

Heat Transfer Equipment for Energy Efficiency Improvement

Phase-Change Material to Thermally Regulate Photovoltaic Panels to Improve Solar to Electric Efficiency

Andrew H. Rosenthal, Bruna P. Gonçalves, J. A. Beckwith, Rohit Gulati, Marc D. Compere, Sandra K. S. Boetcher

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50650

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Phase change materials , Solar energy , Heat , Temperature , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Temperature control , Containment , Electrical efficiency , Electricity (Physics) , Energy dissipation

Experimental Analysis of Diesel Engine Exhaust Gas Coupled With Water Desalination for Improved Potable Water Production

Hitesh Panchal, Vipul Patel, Vinod Prajapati, Dharmendra Patel, Haresh Patel, Sachin Patel

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51474

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Diesel engines , Exhaust systems , Experimental analysis , Water , Condensers (steam plant) , Temperature , Condensation , Engines , Evaporation , Exhaust gas recirculation

Enhancement of Heat Transfer Performance in Nuclear Fuel Rod Using Nanofluids and Surface Roughness Technique

Kang Liu, Titan C. Paul, Leo A. Carrilho, Jamil A. Khan

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51476

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Fuel rods , Heat transfer , Nanofluids , Surface roughness , Water , Coolants , Heat transfer coefficients , Temperature , Diamonds , Electric current

Applying Transient Analysis to Estimate Fail Safe Operating Time of Heating Coils in LNG Plant

Sultan Ahamad, Rimon Vallavanatt, Mahmood Izadi

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51850

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Heating , Liquefied natural gas , Transient analysis , Safety , Design , Failure , Hazards , Control systems , Engineering fundamentals , Fluids

Design of a Screw Heat Exchanger as the Liquid-Suction Heat Exchanger in a Vapor Compression Refrigeration System

Francis J. Antonio, Menandro S. Berana, Louis Angelo M. Danao

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52419

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Compression , Design , Heat exchangers , Refrigeration , Screws , Suction , Vapors , Heat transfer , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics)

Numerical Investigation on the Effect of Aluminum Foam in a Latent Thermal Energy Storage

Bernardo Buonomo, Davide Ercole, Oronzio Manca, Hasan Celik, Moghtada Mobedi

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53180

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Aluminum , Thermal energy storage , Melting , Porosity , Heat transfer , Metal foams , Temperature , Aluminum tube , Cylinders , Enthalpy

Experimental Investigation on Compact Heat Exchanger in Aluminum Foam

Luca Cirillo, Oronzio Manca, Lorenzo Marinelli, Sergio Nardini

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53218

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Aluminum , Heat exchangers , Flow (Dynamics) , Hot water , Heat transfer , Temperature , Cycles , Forced convection , Performance evaluation , Porosity

Influences of Variable Mass Flowrate of Refrigerant Blend R125/R290 on Heat Pump Performance

Fang Wang, Xiaowei Fan, Zhuangyu Guo, Lu Zhang, Huiyan Zheng

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53733

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Heat pumps , Refrigerants , Temperature , Compressors , Condensers (steam plant) , Design , Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Heating , Pinch effect

Theoretical Study of Heat Pump System Using R744/R1234yf as Refrigerant

Fujun Ju, Xiaowei Fan, Yaping Chen

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53800

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Heat pumps , Refrigerants , Cycles , Heat sinks , Temperature , Water

Heat Transfer in Gas Turbines

Analysis of Turbulent Flow Around Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines Using Algebraic Stress Model

Saman Beyhaghi, Ryoichi S. Amano

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50686

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Algebra , Horizontal axis wind turbines , Stress , Turbulence , Blades , Wind turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Computation , Computational fluid dynamics , Torque

Performance Evaluation of a Modified Cross Section Grooved Channel as Turbulence Promoter in Internal Cooling Channel of a Gas Turbine Blade

Krishnendu Saha, Deoras Prabhudharwadkar

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51428

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Blades , Cooling , Gas turbines , Performance evaluation , Turbulence , Heat transfer , Pressure drop , Flow (Dynamics) , Coolants , Geometry

Aero-Thermal Shape Optimization for the Discrete Film Cooling of a Turbine Airfoil

Carole El Ayoubi, Wahid Ghaly, Ibrahim Hassan

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51871

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Airfoils , Film cooling , Shape optimization , Turbines , Optimization , Artificial neural networks , Engineering simulation , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Simulation , Design

Film Cooling Performance of Tripod Holes on the Endwall Upstream of a First Stage Nozzle Guide Vane

Bharath Viswanath Ravi, Samruddhi Deshpande, Sridharan Ramesh, Prethive Dhilip Dhilipkumar, Srinath Ekkad

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53133

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Film cooling , Nozzle guide vanes , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas turbines , Temperature , Thermal efficiency , Turbines , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Coolants

High Heat Flux Thermal Management

Spray Cooling With HFC-134a and HFO-1234yf for Thermal Management of Automotive Power Electronics

Satvik J. Yaddanapudi, Huseyin Bostanci

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52312

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Cooling , Electronics , Sprays , Thermal management , Critical heat flux , Copper , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Heat , Heat flux

Conjugate Analysis of Thin Film Heat Spreaders to Reduce Temperature at Hot Spots

Sohail R. Reddy, Abas Abdoli, George S. Dulikravich, Rajesh Jha

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52804

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Flat heat pipes , Temperature , Thin films , Airfoils , Circuits , Coating processes , Coatings , Cross section (Physics) , Diamonds , Fins

Inverse Problems, Uncertainty Quantification and Optimization Methods

Inverse Determination of Temperature Distribution in Partially Cooled Heat Generating Cylinder

Sandeep Patil, Siddarth Chintamani, James Grisham, Ratan Kumar, Brian H. Dennis

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52124

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Cylinders , Heat , Temperature distribution , Temperature , Accidents , Finite volume methods , Fuel rods , Matlab , Melting point , Optimization

Application of Inverse Analysis to Determine the Parameters of the Weighted Multi Point Source Model for the Prediction of Heat Flux From Flames

R. B. Miguel, F. H. R. França, I. M. Machado, F. M. Pereira, P. R. Pagot

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A025doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52544

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Flames , Heat flux , Heat , Optimization , Engineering simulation , Errors , Fire , Heat transfer , Inverse problems , Radiant heat

Multiscale Modeling and Simulation of Heat Transfer

Prediction of Thermal Conductivity of Two-Dimensional Superlattices of Graphene and Boron Nitride by Equilibrium Molecular Dynamics

Fernan Saiz, Carlos da Silva, Cristina H. Amon

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A026doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50678

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Boron , Equilibrium (Physics) , Graphene , Molecular dynamics , Superlattices , Thermal conductivity , Heat , Design , Energy gap , Lattice dynamics

Quantifying the Thermal Accommodation Coefficient for Iron Surfaces Using Molecular Dynamics Simulations

T. A. Sipkens, K. J. Daun, J. T. Titantah, M. Karttunen

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52150

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Iron , Molecular dynamics simulation , Electromagnetic scattering , Lasers , Light emission , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics) , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Gases , Molecular dynamics

Nano- and Micro-Scale Heat Transfer in Manufacturing

Numerical Investigation of the Single Phase Forced Convection Heat Transfer Characteristics of Nanofluid Flowing in Circular and Noncircular Tubes

Nurullah Kayaci, Mahdi Tabatabaei Malazi, Ahmet Selim Dalkiliç, Somchai Wongwises

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A028doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50007

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Forced convection , Nanofluids , Heat transfer , Fluids , Water , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Nanoparticles , Particulate matter , Thermal conductivity

Natural Convection and Entropy Generation in a Cavity Filled With Two Horizontal Layers of Nanofluid and Porous Medium in Presence of a Magnetic Field

Ali Al-Zamily, M. Ruhul Amin

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A029doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51177

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Cavities , Entropy , Magnetic fields , Nanofluids , Natural convection , Porous materials , Fluid dynamics , Heat flux , Heat transfer , Rayleigh number

Anisotropic Thermal Conductivity Enhancement in Magnetically Aligned Polydimethylsiloxane/Nickel Composite

Junwei Su, Xiao Liu, Majid Charmchi, Hongwei Sun

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A030doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52693

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Anisotropy , Composite materials , Nickel , Thermal conductivity , Particulate matter , Magnetic fields , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Biomedicine , Electrons , Flexible electronics

Nanoscale Heat Conduction

Thermal Conductivity of Individual Electrospun Polymer Nanofibers

Jian Ma, Qian Zhang, Anthony Mayo, Richard Mu, Leon Bellan, Deyu Li

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A031doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50483

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Nanofibers , Polymers , Thermal conductivity , Electrospinning , Electric fields , Nylon fabrics , Polymer chains

Posters

Steel Structure Prediction for Continuous Steel Casting by Means of a Parallel GPU-Based Heat Transfer and Solidification Model

Lubomír Klimeš, Josef Štětina, Tomáš Mauder

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A032doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51425

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Casting , Graphics processing units , Heat transfer , Solidification , Steel , Cooling , Plates (structures) , Pressure vessels , Simulation results , Temperature

Various Approaches to Numerical Discretization of Thermal Model With Phase Change

Tomas Mauder, Lubomir Klimes, Pavel Charvat, Josef Stetina

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A033doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51440

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Computation , Energy storage , Food products , Freezing , Heat transfer , Modeling , Numerical analysis , Phase change materials , Temperature , Thermal diffusion

Radiative Heat Transfer

A Comparison of Angular Discretization Techniques for the Radiative Transport Equation

John Tencer

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A034doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50417

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Absorption , Approximation , Boundary-value problems , Electromagnetic scattering , Errors , Finite element analysis , Heat transfer , Liquid pool fires , Radiation (Physics) , Radiation scattering

Effect of Heating Atmosphere on the Spectral Emissivity of the Usibor^® 1500P Steel During Austenitization

C. J. Shi, K. J. Daun, M. A. Wells

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A035doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50475

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Emissivity , Heating , Steel , Surface roughness , Phase transitions , Coating processes , Coatings , Fourier transforms , Intermetallic compounds , Metal surfaces

A Novel WSGG Model Based on Weighted Absorption-Emission Coefficients

Rogério Brittes, Fabiano Cassol, Felipe Roman Centeno, Francis H. R. França

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A036doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52946

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Absorption , Emissions , Gases , Carbon dioxide , Radiative heat transfer , Temperature , Water

Application of an Optimized SLW Model to Calculation of Non-Gray Radiation Heat Transfer in a Furnace

Masoud Darbandi, Bagher Abrar, Gerry E. Schneider

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A037doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53213

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Furnaces , Heat transfer , Radiation (Physics) , Gases , Absorption , Combustion gases , Radiative heat transfer

Thermal Comfort and Climate Control in Buildings and Transportation

Numerical Study of CO and CO₂ Emissions From Rural Kitchen in Developing Countries

M. Hamidur Rahman, A. K. M. Sadrul Islam, M. Ruhul Amin

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A038doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50438

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Carbon dioxide , Developing nations , Emissions , Ventilation , Corners (Structural elements) , Roofs , Biofuel , Computer simulation , Concretes , Dimensions

Theoretical and Experimental Estimation of Inter-Segmental Clothing Ventilation and Impact on Human Segmental Heat Losses

Nagham Bilal Ismail, Nesreen Ghaddar, Kamel Ghali

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A039doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51462

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Heat losses , Ventilation , Textiles , Buoyancy , Wind , Air flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Momentum , Permeability

The Effect of Raised Benches Containing Crops on the Indoor Environment in Greenhouses

Sunita Kruger, Leon Pretorius

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A040doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51706

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Temperature

Solving Military Vehicle Transient Heat Load Issues Using Phase Change Materials

Johnathon P. Putrus, Stanley T. Jones, Badih A. Jawad, Giscard Kfoury, Selin Arslan, Peter Schihl

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A041doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52187

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Heat , Military vehicles , Phase change materials , Stress , Transients (Dynamics) , Temperature , Cooling systems , Design , Fluids , Heat of fusion

Thermal Management of Electronic Devices, Mobile Applications and Data Centers

Numerical Study for Data Center Cooling Using Active Tiles

Zhihang Song

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A042doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50774

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Cooling , Data centers , Tiles , Design , Computational fluid dynamics , Air flow , Containment , Energy efficiency , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat

Ranking and Optimization of CAC and HAC Leakage Using Pressure Controlled Models

Husam A. Alissa, Kourosh Nemati, Bahgat Sammakia, Kanad Ghose, Mark Seymour, David King, Russell Tipton

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A043doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50782

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Leakage , Optimization , Pressure , Containment , Data centers , Cooling , Doors , Flow (Dynamics) , Air flow , Ceilings

Perimeter Cooling Unit and Localized Row-Based Cooling Unit Transient Air Flow Effects Modeling and Characterization in Data Centers

Tianyi Gao, James Geer, Bahgat G. Sammakia, Russell Tipton, Mark Seymour

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A044doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51012

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Air flow , Cooling , Data centers , Modeling , Transients (Dynamics) , Cooling systems , Computational fluid dynamics , Thermal management , Coolers , Cutting

Thermal Performance of Sierpinski Carpet Fractal Fins in a Natural Convection Environment

David Calamas, Daniel Dannelley, Gyunay Keten, Philip Hines

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A045doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51985

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Fins , Fractals , Natural convection , Heat transfer , Thermal radiation , Design , Heat sinks , Thermal management

Data Center Modeling Using Response Surface With Multi-Parameters Approach

Long Phan, Cheng-Xian Lin, Mackenson Telusma

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A046doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52205

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Data centers , Modeling , Response surface methodology , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Errors , Thermal management , Construction , Energy consumption , Engineering simulation

Performance of Temperature Controlled Perimeter and Row-Based Cooling Systems in Open and Containment Environment

Kourosh Nemati, Husam Alissa, Bahgat Sammakia

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A047doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52667

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Containment , Cooling systems , Temperature , Cooling , Data centers , Stress , Air flow , Density , Heat , Computational fluid dynamics

Numerical Investigations of the Effect of Flow Arrangement and Number of Layers on the Performance of Multi-Layer Microchannel Heat Sinks

M. B. Effat, M. S. AbdelKarim, O. Hassan, M. Abdelgawad

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A048doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52931

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat sinks , Microchannels , Heat flux , Temperature distribution , Cooling , Electronic components , Pressure drop , Finite element analysis , Numerical analysis

A Ventilation Cooling Solution to Improve Thermal Environment of High Energy Density Li-Ion Battery Packs

Zhiqiang Li, Xiaowei Fan, Fang Wang, Dasi He, Shifei Wei

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A049doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53373

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Cooling , Density , Lithium-ion batteries , Ventilation , Temperature , Batteries , Computational fluid dynamics , Hybrid electric vehicles , Safety , Thermal management

Thermophysical Properties of Gases, Solids and Liquids

Thermal Property Measurement of Thin Fibers: A Direct Approach

Troy Munro, Changhu Xing, Heng Ban, Cameron Copeland, Randolph Lewis, Christ Glorieux

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A050doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52056

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Fibers , Thermal properties , Composite materials , Heat losses , Radiation (Physics) , Transients (Dynamics) , Bridges (Structures) , Calibration , Carbon fibers , Data acquisition

Pressure and Thermophysical Property of Gas Dependence of Effective Thermal Conductivity of a Porous Silica Insulator

Redeemer Nutsugah, Patrick Mensah, Stephen Akwaboa, Michael Martin

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A051doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53011

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Pressure , Thermal conductivity , Nitrogen , Carbon dioxide , Errors , Insulation , Porous materials , Steady state , Testing , Uncertainty

Two-Phase Heat Transfer in Energy Systems

Neutron Imaging of a Two-Phase Refrigerant Flow

Patrick Geoghegan, Vishaldeep Sharma

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A052doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52175

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Imaging , Neutrons , Refrigerants , Porosity , Heat exchangers , Two-phase flow , Heat , Transparency , Steady state

Wettability Effect on Droplet Growth Behaviors During Dropwise Condensation

Jae Bin Lee, Seong Hyuk Lee, Chang Kyoung Choi, Jungho Lee

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A053doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52930

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Condensation , Drops , Heat transfer , Heat transfer coefficients , Lenses (Optics) , Self-assembly , Surface energy , Transients (Dynamics)

Study of the Fluid Dynamics of Thin Liquid Films Flowing Down a Vertical String With Counterflow of Gas

Zezhi Zeng, Gopinath Warrier, Y. Sungtaek Ju

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A054doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53132

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Fluid dynamics , Lubrication theory , String , Coolants , Heat transfer , Liquid films , Computer simulation , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids

Modeling Phase Change Heat Transfer of Liquid/Vapor Systems in Free and Porous Media

James A. Wilson, Jonathan D. Wehking, Mark Trautman, Mark E. Blue, Ranganathan Kumar

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A055doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53232

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Heat transfer , Modeling , Porous materials , Vapors , Heat , Heating , Asphalt , Bituminous materials , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Electromagnetic radiation

Waste Heat Recovery

Effect of Longitudinal Vortex Generator Location on Thermoelectric-Hydraulic Performance of a Single Stage Integrated Thermoelectric Power Generator

Samruddhi Deshpande, Bharath Viswanath Ravi, Jaideep Pandit, Ting Ma, Scott Huxtable, Srinath Ekkad

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A056doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52244

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Generators , Vortices , Heat transfer , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Copper , Heat exchangers , Numerical analysis , Pressure drop , Reynolds number

Numerical Modeling of Industrial Scale Transport Membrane Condenser Based Heat Exchangers for Flue Gas Waste Heat and Water Recovery

Soheil Soleimanikutanaei, Cheng-Xian Lin, Dexin Wang

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A057doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52324

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Computer simulation , Condensers (steam plant) , Flue gases , Heat exchangers , Membranes , Waste heat , Water reuse , Condensation , Heat , Temperature

Theoretical Analysis of Pyroelectric Harvesting of Low-Grade Exhaust Waste Heat

Y. Sungtaek Ju

IMECE 2015; V08BT10A058doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53042

Abstract

View Article

PDF

Topics: Exhaust systems , Theoretical analysis , Waste heat , Combined heat and power , Design , Coolants , Convection , Cycles , Ducts , Energy efficiency