Application of Carbon Nanotube-Based Nanofluids in Plate Heat Exchangers
<p id="p1">Plate heat exchangers (PHEs) can benefit from the application of carbon nanotube (CNT) nanofluids as a promising approach to improving heat transfer performance. The production of CNT nanofluids can be made by dispersing CNTs in common fluids. The higher thermal conductivity of CNTs leads...
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| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2025
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/89629 |
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| Sumario: | <p id="p1">Plate heat exchangers (PHEs) can benefit from the application of carbon nanotube (CNT) nanofluids as a promising approach to improving heat transfer performance. The production of CNT nanofluids can be made by dispersing CNTs in common fluids. The higher thermal conductivity of CNTs leads to an increase in the heat transfer rate. Moreover, CNTs contribute to a greater functional surface area of the heat exchanger, which enables more effective contact between the heat transfer surfaces and the fluids. In addition, CNT nanofluids offer advantages such as reduced pressure drop and enhanced stability. Furthermore, the stability of CNT nanofluids is crucial for long-term operation, and efforts have been made to improve their dispersion stability and prevent particle agglomeration. In summary, applying CNT nanofluids in PHEs provides an opportunity to enhance heat transfer efficiency, reduce pressure drop, and improve stability, ultimately leading to more efficient and effective heat exchanger systems.</p> |
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| ISBN: | 978-0-85014-357-7 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.115151 |