The intertube falling-film modes: Transition, hysteresis, and effect on heat transfer

Horizontal-tube falling-film heat exchangers enjoy wide application because they offer superior thermal performance and operate with less fluid charge than conventional shell-and-tube or flooded heat exchangers. Recent developments vitiate the heuristic design approach of the past, and a clearer grasp of the relevant flow and heat transfer interactions is needed. This research is directed at developing a deeper understanding of the falling-film modes, their transitions, and their effect on heat transfer.

Name thesis:degree_name

Ph.D.

Level thesis:degree_level

Dissertation

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Mechanical Engineering

Grantor

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Year dc:date

2011

Author dc:creator

• Hu, Xiaolan

Contributors dc:contributor

• Jacobi, Anthony M.

• Engineering, Mechanical

Statement dc:rights

• Copyright 1995 Xiaolan Hu

Language dc:language

eng

Identifier

AAI9624368
(UMI)AAI9624368

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:www.ideals.illinois.edu:2142/19922