3D topology-optimized fins for vertical PCM melting systems with conduction, temperature gradients, and natural convection
Jianbao Yin, Shisong Wang, Mengyan Ye, Tianrui Hou, Zixian Wang, Yuming Xing
Topics & Concepts
Natural convectionFinTopology (electrical circuits)Topology optimizationMaterials scienceHeat transferWork (physics)ThermalMechanicsThermodynamicsThermal energy storagePhase-change materialConvective heat transferConvectionMechanical engineeringThermal resistanceTemperature gradientHeat transfer enhancementForced convectionFinite volume methodBoundary (topology)Boundary value problemLatent heatRadiative Heat Transfer StudiesTextile materials and evaluationsTopology Optimization in Engineering