Analysis of the performance optimisation parameters of shell and tube heat exchanger using CFD

Heat exchangers have found extensive applications in the engineering sector owing to the crucial need for heat transfer and temperature regulation in the process industry. The performance analysis of a heat exchanger can either be investigated experimentally or utilizing computational fluid dynamics...

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Published in:Australian journal of mechanical engineering 2023-05, Vol.21 (3), p.830-843
Main Authors: Hanan, Ahmad, Zahid, Umer, Feroze, Tariq, Khan, Sohaib Z.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
CFD
enhanced heat transfer
Heat exchangers
heat transfer
shell and tube heat exchanger
shell outlet temperature
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Summary:Heat exchangers have found extensive applications in the engineering sector owing to the crucial need for heat transfer and temperature regulation in the process industry. The performance analysis of a heat exchanger can either be investigated experimentally or utilizing computational fluid dynamics (CFD). The simulation of flow conditions based on CFD principles is considered as a contemporary approach for conducting performance analysis and design optimization of the heat exchanger. The paper aims to present how the performance optimization parameters of shell and tube heat exchanger effect its performance in terms of the extent of heat transfer achieved and fall in the shell outlet temperature. A standard model (Model 1) was initially defined, and seven subsequent models were created with one varying parameter as compared to Model 1 to carry out the comparative analysis. The results showed that decrease in inlet velocity, increase in thermal conductivity of the heat exchanger material, reduction in baffle spacing and use of triangular tube bundle arrangement has significant influence on the reduction of the condensate temperature. The effects of the same parameters on the temperature distribution and heat transfer rate have also been discussed.
ISSN:1448-4846
2204-2253
DOI:10.1080/14484846.2021.1914890