Boiling Dynamics and Entropy Generation in Inclined Tubular Systems: Analysis and Optimization
Hao Tang1,2,3, Jianchang Yang1,2,3, Yunxin Zhou1,2,3, Jianxin Xu1,2,3,*, Hua Wang1,2,3
FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.7, pp. 1571-1600, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.063741
- 31 July 2025
Abstract This research explores the characteristics of boiling in inclined pipes, a domain of great importance in engineering. Employing an experimental visualization technique, the boiling dynamics of deionized water are examined at varying inclination angles, paying special attention to the emerging flow patterns. The findings demonstrate that the inclination angle significantly impacts flow pattern transitions within the 0° to 90° range. As the heat flux rises, bubbles form in the liquid. The liquid’s inertia extends the bubble-wall contact time, thereby delaying the onset of bulk bubble flow. Beyond a 90° inclination, however, the patterning behavior is… More >
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