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Experimental, Theoretical And Computational Modeling Of Flow Boiling, Flow Condensation And Evaporating Falling Films, Chirag Rajan Kharangate Aug 2016

Experimental, Theoretical And Computational Modeling Of Flow Boiling, Flow Condensation And Evaporating Falling Films, Chirag Rajan Kharangate

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The transition from single-phase to two-phase thermal systems in future space vehicles demands a thorough understanding of phase change methods in reduced gravity, including microgravity. In this study, phase change methods like flow boiling, flow condensation and evaporative falling-films are investigated experimentally, theoretically and computationally.

The experimental part of the study consists of an investigation of the influence of inlet subcooling and two-phase inlet on flow boiling heat transfer and critical heat flux in a horizontal 2.5-mm wide by 5-mm high rectangular channel in different orientations with respect to Earth gravity using FC-72 as working fluid. High-speed video imaging is …