Modelling and analysis of heat pipes under various operating conditions encountered in mold cooling applications.

The proposed project aims to develop simple thermal resistance network models using experimental and CFD data to predict the performance of conventional circular sectioned heat pipes and thermosyphons. Heat pipes are a type of enhanced heat transfer device that uses a continuous cycle of boiling and condensing of a fluid to transfer heat at a very high rate. The industry partner designs and manufactures heat pipes that are used extensively in the cooling of molds for making automotive parts. This project will allow them to better understand the effects of geometrical, working fluid and operating parameters on the thermal performance of heat pipes and improve their design capabilities. These results can provide estimates of expected results to their potential customers.

Faculty Supervisor:

Christopher DeGroot

Student:

Partner:

Acrolab

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of Western Ontario

Program: