Simulation of solidification process of phase change materials in a heat exchanger using branch-shaped fins
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DOI: 10.1016/j.csite.2020.100835
Abstract: Abstract Nowadays, due to the global need for energy and the limited amount of fossil fuels, it is required to utilize alternative forms of energy. Thermal energy storage systems together with phase change materials are… read more here.
Keywords: shaped fins; change; phase change; branch shaped ... See more keywords
Experimental testing of the heat exchanger with star-shaped fins
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijheatmasstransfer.2019.119190
Abstract: Abstract Increase of the heat flow rate by applying finned surfaces is common in gas-liquid heat exchangers. Thereby, devices with annular fins are frequently used. Demands for higher capacity lead to size and mass increase… read more here.
Keywords: star shaped; heat exchanger; heat exchangers; heat ... See more keywords
Influence of Al2O3 nanoparticle and Y-shaped fins on melting and solidification of paraffin
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DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2020.113798
Abstract: Abstract The present research aims to study the charge and discharge processes within a triplex-tube system. In this system, the water flows inside the outer and inner pipes and the annulus region is filled with… read more here.
Keywords: influence al2o3; al2o3 nanoparticle; solidification; nanoparticle shaped ... See more keywords
Thermal Performance Enhancement of Ice Storage Capsule by Dandelion-Shaped Fins
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DOI: 10.1080/01457632.2024.2427318
Abstract: Abstract Limited thermal conductivity of water hinders the performance of ice storage systems. This study proposes a novel approach to enhance ice storage performance using nature-inspired, dandelion-shaped fins with multi-level branches within spherical capsules. We… read more here.
Keywords: ice storage; dandelion shaped; shaped fins; performance ... See more keywords
Numerical analysis of the energy-storage performance of a PCM-based triplex-tube containment system equipped with arc-shaped fins
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DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2022.1057196
Abstract: This study numerically intends to evaluate the effects of arc-shaped fins on the melting capability of a triplex-tube confinement system filled with phase-change materials (PCMs). In contrast to situations with no fins, where PCM exhibits… read more here.
Keywords: system; triplex tube; shaped fins; arc shaped ... See more keywords