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Density inversion effect on transient natural convection in a rectangular enclosure.

Author(s) : TONG W., KOSTER J. N.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Transient natural convection in a water layer subjected to density inversion is studied numerically by a finite element method. The results illustrate that the temperature difference which determines the position of the maximum density plane in the water layer, can alter flow field and heat transfer substantially. The significant effect of aspect ratio on transient natural convection is also investigated. The heat transfer is maximized in a square enclosure and is less at other aspect ratios.

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  • Original title: Density inversion effect on transient natural convection in a rectangular enclosure.
  • Record ID : 1995-0093
  • Languages: English
  • Source: International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer - vol. 37 - n. 6
  • Publication date: 1994/04

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