Optimization of a Trapezoidal Profile Annular Fin
Abstract
The article presented here is an analysis that leads to the optimization for a design of an annular trapezoidal fin using a new approach to a two-dimensional analytical method. A comparison between the new analytical approach and the generally used method for a rectangular annular fin is made to show the exactness of the new method of approach. For an annular trapezoidal fin, the heat loss, fin tip radius, and fin base height are optimized as a function of the ratio of convection characteristic numbers, fin shape factor, dimensionless fin volume, dimensionless fin base radius, and convection characteristic number.
Recommended Citation
H. S. Kang and D. C. Look, "Optimization of a Trapezoidal Profile Annular Fin," Heat Transfer Engineering, Taylor & Francis, Apr 2009.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1080/01457630802414599
Department(s)
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
Mechanical Engineering: Heat Transfer
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
0145-7632
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2009 Taylor & Francis, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Apr 2009
