Heat Transfer and Friction in a Thin Air Laminar Boundary Layer over Semi-Sphere Surface

Author(s):  
V.V. Gorskiy ◽  
A.G. Loktionova

A qualitative solution to the problem of calculating convective heat transfer can be obtained only by numerically integrating the differential equations of the boundary layer, which is associated with overcoming a number of computational problems. Consequently, it is important to develop relatively simple, but fairly high-precision calculation methods. As a first approximation to solving this problem, we can consider the use of the effective length method. From the practical point of view, this method is characterized by satisfactory accuracy of calculating convective heat transfer, which has led to its widespread use in aeronautical design engineering. However, this method is also characterized by a relatively high complexity, although it is much lower than that in numerical integration of the differential equations of the boundary layer. The most effective approach to solving heat transfer and friction problems in engineering practice is to use simple algebraic formulae obtained on the basis of approximating the results of rigorous numerical calculations, or experimental studies. Unfortunately, there is no information in literary sources about the accuracy of these formulae under various conditions of product functioning. This problem is solved on the basis of a systematic numerical calculation of the equations of the boundary layer in the most rigorous theoretical calculation, as well as a detailed analysis of the accuracy of the obtained algebraic formulae and their literary analogues

Author(s):  
V.V. Gorskiy ◽  
A.G. Loktionova

It is not possible to obtain a high-quality solution to a convective heat transfer problem without numerically integrating the differential equations describing the boundary layer, which involves a whole range of computational issues. Developing relatively simple yet adequately accurate computation methods becomes crucial. Using the effective length method may be considered to be the first step towards solving this problem. This method boasts an accuracy of convective heat transfer calculation that is acceptable in practice, due to which it became prevalent in aircraft design. However, this method is also relatively labour-intensive, although significantly less so than numerical integration of the boundary layer differential equations. The most efficient approach to solving heat transfer and friction problems in engineering practice would be using simple algebraic equations based on fitting the results of rigorous numerical computations or experimental investigations. Regrettably, there is no information published regarding how accurate these equations are for various operation conditions. The paper presents a solution to this problem based on deriving systematic numerical solutions to the boundary layer equations in the most rigorous analytical statement, along with conducting a thorough analysis of the equation accuracy for both the equations derived and previously published


Author(s):  
V.V. Gorskiy ◽  
A.G. Leonov ◽  
A.G. Loktionova

In order to qualitatively solve the problem of computing convective heat transfer parameters in a laminar-to-turbulent boundary layer, it is necessary to numerically integrate differential equations descrybing that layer, completed by semiempirical turbulent viscosity models. These must be validated using results of experimental investigations where the gas dynamics of a gas flow around a body is correctly simulated. In terms of practical applications, developing relatively simple yet highly accurate computation methods is important. At present, the most widely used method to solve this type of problems in aviation and aerospace engineering is the effective length method developed by V.S. Avduevskiy, Academician. The paper shows that significant errors characterise computations using this method and traditional turbulent viscosity models to determine parameters of those blunted components of aircraft that are subjected to the highest temperatures. We present a solution to this problem, based on constructing systematic numerical solutions to the equations describing the laminar-to-turbulent boundary layer and subsequently approximating them. We prove that this approach ensures both acceptable computation accuracy and solution simplicity.


1986 ◽  
Vol 108 (4) ◽  
pp. 749-754 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. A. Nelson ◽  
E. J. Shaughnessy

The enhancement of convective heat transfer by an electric field is but one aspect of the complex thermoelectric phenomena which arise from the interaction of fluid dynamic and electric fields. Our current knowledge of this area is limited to a very few experimental studies. There has been no formal analysis of the basic coupling modes of the Navier–Stokes and Maxwell equations which are developed in the absence of any appreciable magnetic fields. Convective flows in enclosures are particularly sensitive because the limited fluid volumes, recirculation, and generally low velocities allow the relatively weak electric body force to exert a significant influence. In this work, the modes by which the Navier–Stokes equations are coupled to Maxwell’s equations of electrodynamics are reviewed. The conditions governing the most significant coupling modes (Coulombic forces, Joule heating, permittivity gradients) are then derived within the context of a first-order theory of electrohydrodynamics. Situations in which these couplings may have a profound effect on the convective heat transfer rate are postulated. The result is an organized framework for controlling the heat transfer rate in enclosures.


1975 ◽  
Vol 97 (4) ◽  
pp. 516-520 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. K. Hagge ◽  
G. H. Junkhan

An experimental investigation was conducted into augmentation of forced convection heat transfer in air by mechanical removal of the boundary layer. A rotating blade element passing in close proximity to a flat plate convective surface was found to increase the rate of convective heat transfer by up to eleven times in certain situations. The blade element effectively scrapes away the boundary layer, thus reducing the resistance to heat flow. Parameters investigated include scraping frequency, scraper clearance, and type of boundary layer. Increased coefficients were found for higher scraping frequencies. Significant augmentation was obtained with clearance as large as 0.15 in. (0.0038 m) between the moving blade element and the convective surface. The technique appears most useful for laminar and transitional boundary layers, although some improvement was obtained for the turbulent boundary layers investigated. The simple surface renewal theory developed for scraped surface augmentation in liquids was found to approximately predict the coefficients obtained. A new relation is proposed which gives a better prediction and includes the effect of scraper clearance.


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