Circuitry arrangement optimization for multi-tube phase change material heat exchanger using genetic algorithm coupled with numerical simulation

2018 ◽  
Vol 175 ◽  
pp. 213-226 ◽  
Author(s):  
Biwang Lu ◽  
Jianghong Wu ◽  
Zhihao Liang ◽  
Chaopeng Liu
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Genetic Algorithm ◽  
Heat Exchanger ◽  
Phase Change ◽  
Phase Change Material ◽  
Change Material

Numerical Simulation of Phase Change Thermal Storage in Finned Double-Pipe Heat Exchanger

2012 ◽  
Vol 232 ◽  
pp. 742-746 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. Shokouhmand ◽  
B. Kamkari
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Natural Convection ◽  
Heat Exchanger ◽  
Phase Change ◽  
Phase Change Material ◽  
Numerical Investigations ◽  
Double Pipe ◽  
Change Material ◽  
Pipe Heat ◽  
Bare Tube

This paper presents numerical investigations on melting of phase change material using paraffin wax inside a double pipe heat exchanger. Numerical simulations are performed for melting of phase change material (PCM) in annulus while the inner pipe has two or four longitudinal fins and the results compared with inner bare tube. The aim of this study is to understand the PCM melting behaviors by observing the natural convection currents movement and melting fronts formation. It is concluded that melting performance of PCM can be significantly improved by applying longitudinal fins on the inner tube.

Structural Optimization of Phase Change Material based Heat Exchanger for Breathing Air Cooling

2021 ◽  
pp. 116829
Author(s):  
You Lv ◽  
Yawen Huang ◽  
Qiyao Duan ◽  
Jie xiao ◽  
Naiyi Feng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heat Exchanger ◽  
Structural Optimization ◽  
Phase Change ◽  
Phase Change Material ◽  
Air Cooling ◽  
Change Material

scholarly journals Transient Analysis of Heat Transfer Across the Residential Building Roof with Pcm and Wood Wool- A Case Study by Numerical Simulation Approach

2013 ◽  
Vol 59 (4) ◽  
pp. 483-497 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Prakash ◽  
P. Ravikumar
Keyword(s):  
Heat Transfer ◽  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Phase Change ◽  
Phase Change Material ◽  
Transient Analysis ◽  
Residential Building ◽  
Building Roof ◽  
Type 3 ◽  
Change Material

Abstract In this paper, transient analysis on heat transfer across the residential building roof having various materials like wood wool, phase change material and weathering tile is performed by numerical simulation technique. 2-dimensional roof model is created, checked for grid independency and validated with the experimental results. Three different roof structures are included in this study namely roof with (i). Concrete and weathering tile, (ii). Concrete, phase change material and weathering tile and (iii). Concrete, phase change material, wood wool and weathering tile. Roof type 3 restricts 13% of heat entering the room in comparison with roof having only concrete and weathering tile. Also the effect of various roof layers’ thickness in the roof type 3 is investigated and identified that the wood wool plays the major role in arresting the entry of heat in to the room. The average reduction of heat is about 10 % for an increase of a unit thickness of wood wool layer.

scholarly journals Discharge of a composite metal foam/phase change material to air heat exchanger for a domestic thermal storage unit

2020 ◽  
Vol 148 ◽  
pp. 987-1001 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pouyan Talebizadeh Sardari ◽  
Donald Giddings ◽  
David Grant ◽  
Mark Gillott ◽  
Gavin S. Walker
Keyword(s):  
Heat Exchanger ◽  
Phase Change ◽  
Phase Change Material ◽  
Metal Foam ◽  
Thermal Storage ◽  
Storage Unit ◽  
Change Material

scholarly journals Designs of PCM based heat exchangers constructions for thermal energy storage tanks – examples and case study for selected design

2018 ◽  
Vol 70 ◽  
pp. 01010
Author(s):  
Marta Kuta ◽  
Dominika Matuszewska ◽  
Tadeusz Michał Wójcik
Keyword(s):  
Energy Storage ◽  
Heat Exchanger ◽  
Phase Change ◽  
Phase Change Material ◽  
Thermal Energy ◽  
Thermal Energy Storage ◽  
Phase Change Materials ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Tube Heat Exchanger ◽  
Change Material

Increasing energy consumption in residential and public buildings requires development of new technologies for thermal energy production and storage. One of possibilities for the second listed need is the use of phase change materials (PCMs). This work is focused on solutions in this area and consists of two parts. First one is focused on different designs of thermal energy storage (TES) tanks based on the phase change materials. The second part is the analysis of tests results for TES tank containing shelf and tube heat exchanger and filled with phase change material. Thermal energy storage tank is analyzed in order to use it in domestic heating and hot utility water installations. The aim of this research was to check the applicability of phase change material for mentioned purpose. Results show that using phase change materials for thermal energy storage can increase amount of stored heat. The use of properly selected PCM and heat exchanger enables the process of thermal energy storing and releasing to become more efficient.

scholarly journals Analysis of the Thermal Characteristics of a Composite Ceramic Product Filled with Phase Change Material

Buildings ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (10) ◽  
pp. 217 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanna Krasoń ◽  
Przemysław Miąsik ◽  
Lech Lichołai ◽  
Bernardeta Dębska ◽  
Aleksander Starakiewicz
Keyword(s):  
Heat Transfer ◽  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Heat Transfer Coefficient ◽  
Phase Change ◽  
Transfer Coefficient ◽  
Phase Change Material ◽  
Thermal Characteristics ◽  
Ceramic Product ◽  
Change Material ◽  
The Heat Transfer Coefficient

The article presents a comparative analysis carried out using three methods, determining the heat transfer coefficient U for a ceramic product modified with a phase change material (PCM). The purpose of the article is to determine the convergence of the resulting thermal characteristics, obtained using the experimental method, numerical simulation, and standard calculation method according to the requirements of PN-EN ISO 6946. The heat transfer coefficient is one of the basic parameters characterizing the thermal insulation of a building partition. Most often, for the thermal characteristics of the partition, we obtain from the manufacturer the value of the thermal conductivity coefficient λ for individual homogeneous materials or the heat transfer coefficient U for the finished (prefabricated) partition. In the case of a designed composite element modified with a phase change material or other material, it is not possible to obtain direct information on the above parameter. In such a case, one of the methods presented in this article should be used to determine the U factor. The U factor in all analyses was determined in stationary conditions. Research has shown a significant convergence of the resulting value of the heat transfer coefficient obtained by the assumed methods. Thanks to obtaining similar values, it is possible to continue tests of thermal characteristics of partitions by means of numerical simulation, limiting the number of experimental tests (due to the longer test time required) in assumed different partition configurations, in stationary and dynamic conditions.

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