Optimization of embedded inclined open-ended channel in natural convection used as heat drain

International Journal of Thermal Sciences

Volumn 48, Issue 6, 2009, Pages 1151-1160

  Chataigner, Yohann ^a   Gosselin, Louis ^a   Doré, Guy ^a  

^a UNIVERSITÉ LAVAL   (Canada)

Author keywords

Chimney; Embedded channel; Heat drain; Inclined channel; Natural convection; Permafrost; Thawing

Indexed keywords

CHIMNEYS; ELECTRIC FIELD EFFECTS; PERMAFROST; THAWING;

CFD MODELS; EMBEDDED CHANNEL; ENTRANCE LENGTHS; EQUIVALENT THERMALS; HEAT DRAIN; INCLINATION ANGLES; INCLINED CHANNEL; SCALE ANALYSIS; SELF-DRIVEN; THERMAL CONDUCTANCES; TRANSIENT SIMULATIONS;

NATURAL CONVECTION;

EID: 62749083857     PISSN: 12900729     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1016/j.ijthermalsci.2009.01.001     Document Type: Article

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