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Heat Transfer and Phase Change

Implication of COMSOL® to Laser Powered Non-Isothermal Reactors for Pyrolysis in the Gas Phase

D. Kekejian [1], L. Khachatryan [2], M. Barekati-Goudarzi [3], D. Boldor [3],
[1] Department of Physics and Astronomy, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
[2] Department of Chemistry, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
[3] Department of Biological & Agricultural Engineering, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA

The IR CO2 laser powered chemical conversions in the gas phase are intriguing and the researchers’ attention was focused on this transformation a while ago. The method, known as Infrared Laser Powered Homogeneous Pyrolysis, or IR LPHP opened reaction pathways not reached by conventional ... Read More

Electrical Energy Harvesting from Body Heat: Indirect Conversion via Mechanical Vibration

S. Shin [1], H. Mojtaba [1], F. Ayazi [1],
[1] Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, USA

Recent rapid progress in MEMS with wireless communication system has enabled low power micro sensor network for human body, Body Area Sensor Network (BASN). The information gathering from BASNs will provide a significant opportunities for various medical applications. One of the key ... Read More

Coupled Optical and Thermal Modeling of Novel Solar Thermal Collectors

A. Hassanzadeh [1], Y. Bhusal [1],
[1] University of California - Merced, Merced, CA, USA

In the present study, the performance of the two novel solar thermal collectors are modeled using COMSOL Multiphysics. Firstly, Parabola and seagull geometries are utilized as primary and secondary reflector with high concentrator(50X) for high temperature application (650°C). Secondly ... Read More

Catalytic Oxidative Dehydrogenation of Propane to Propylene

E. B. Ledesma [1],
[1] University of St. Thomas, Houston, TX, USA

Propylene is the second most important olefin and the second largest volume industrial chemical produced globally. In 2015, the global demand for propylene was about 94 million metric tons. The largest use for propylene is the production of polypropylene, consuming 67% of propylene ... Read More

Analysis of the Cyclability of Lithium-polymer Batteries

J. M. Paz-Garcia [1], M. D. Villen-Guzman [1], D. Zaura-Campos [1], A. N. Alshawabkeh [2], C. Gomez-Lahoz [1]
[1] University of Málaga, Málaga, Spain
[2] Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA

Lithium ion batteries and similar energy storage devices have an increasing importance for the modern society as they are present in many portable electronic devices and have perspectives in the fields of electric vehicles and renewable energy accumulation. Herein, we present results ... Read More

A Multi-phase Heat Transfer Model of Cooling Lava

M. E. Rumpf [1], K. Williams [1], L. Kestay [1],
[1] Astrogeology Science Center, U.S. Geological Survey, Flagstaff, AZ, USA

Field observations suggest that two-phase "heat-pipe" processes are active around magmatic intrusions. We are numerically testing the viability of this process around a volcanic sill, embedded in wet sediment. The model focuses on the heat transported by water in the vapor and liquid ... Read More

3D Unsteady CFD Simulation of Seasonal Solar Thermochemical Heat Storage System for Buildings

W. Yaïci [1], E. Entchev [1],
[1] CanmetENERGY Research Centre, Natural Resources Canada, Ottawa, ON, Canada

Solar energy storage has been an extensive research topic among the several thermal energy applications over the past three decades. Thermal energy storage (TES) systems in general, improve the energy efficiency of systems and sustainability of buildings by reducing the mismatch between ... Read More

Using the COMSOL Multiphysics® software for simulation of TEGs for Waste Thermal Energy Harvesting

L. Howard [1], D. Tafone [2], D. Grbovic [1], A. Pollman [1],
[1] Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA, USA
[2] Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah, NJ, USA

Navy systems, such as turbine engines, produce large quantities of thermal energy. This energy is a byproduct of the work produced by the engine during operation and is typically rejected to its surroundings. The temperature difference between the turbines and the ocean is substantial ... Read More

Thermal Bridging Calculation of Three Steel Stud Wall Assemblies with Benchmarking

M. Ghobadi [1],
[1] National Research Council Canada, Ottawa, ON, Canada

As a part of the Pan-Canadian framework for clean growth, Canada is intent on meeting its 2030 emission targets for which 17% of Canada’s total Green House Gas emissions come from buildings. Given this challenge, emphasis is being placed on developing building designs having greatly ... Read More

Simulation of Laser Powder-bed Fusion Additive Manufacturing Process Using the COMSOL Multiphysics® software

K. Leung [1], A. Imanian [1],
[1] Technical Data Analysis, Inc., Falls Church, VA, USA

Additive manufacturing technology is becoming more popular for the fabrication of metal products as it offers rapid prototyping and large design freedom. However, part quality of components fabricated by current additive manufacturing technology is not comparable to that produced by ... Read More

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