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A Study of Two-Phase Refrigerant Behavior in Flattened Tubes

Wilson, Michael Jay

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Title
A Study of Two-Phase Refrigerant Behavior in Flattened Tubes
Author(s)
Wilson, Michael Jay
Issue Date
2001
Doctoral Committee Chair(s)
  • Ty Newell
  • Chato, John C.
Department of Study
Mechanical Engineering
Discipline
Mechanical Engineering
Degree Granting Institution
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Degree Name
Ph.D.
Degree Level
Dissertation
Keyword(s)
Engineering, Mechanical
Language
eng
Abstract
Lastly, a computer simulation is used to determine the effect of flattening a tube on total heat exchanger performance. Benefits of flattening the tube include a substantial decrease in refrigerant mass, and a slightly decrease in overall tube length.
Graduation Semester
2001
Type of Resource
text
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