scholarly journals Numerical Simulation and Validation of Thermoeletric Generator Based Self-Cooling System with Airflow

Energies ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (21) ◽  
pp. 4052 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cheng-Xian Lin ◽  
Robel Kiflemariam
Keyword(s):  
Cooling System ◽  
Electric Circuit ◽  
Cooling Power ◽  
Coupled Modeling ◽  
Power Characteristics ◽  
Spatially Distributed ◽  
Flow Heat ◽  
Transient Thermal ◽  
Comprehensive Framework ◽  
Density Results

In this paper, a general numerical methodology is developed and validated for the simulation of steady as well as transient thermal and electrical behaviors of thermoelectric generator (TEG)-based air flow self-cooling systems. The present model provides a comprehensive framework to advance the study of self-cooling applications by combining fluid flow, heat transfer and electric circuit simulations. The methodology is implemented by equation-based coupled modeling capabilities from multidisciplinary fields to capture the dynamic thermos-electric interaction in TEG elements, enabling the simulation of overall heating/cooling/power characteristics as well as spatially distributed thermal and flow fields in the entire device. Experiments have been conducted on two types of self-cooling arrangements to measure the device temperature, voltage and power produced by TEG modules. It was found that the computational model was able to predict the experimental results within 5% error. A parametric study was carried out using the validated model to study the effect of heat sink geometry and TEG arrangements on device temperature and power produced by the device. It was found that the power for self-cooling could be maximized by proper matching of the TEG modules to the fluid mover. Although an increase in fin density results in a rise in fan power consumption, a marked increase in net power and decreases in thermal resistance are observed.

Dynamic Simulation of an Ejector-Based Cooling System for Residential Solar Air-Conditioning

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefano Gavioli ◽  
Jean-Marie Seynhaeve ◽  
Yann Bartosiewicz
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Simulation ◽  
Air Conditioning ◽  
Cooling System ◽  
Geographic Location ◽  
Hot Water ◽  
Cooling Power ◽  
Dynamic Simulation Model ◽  
Hot Season ◽  
Transient Thermal ◽  
Ejector Cycle

A smart and sustainable way to produce cooling power during the hot season is through thermal activated compression. One of the most promising technology is the ejector cycle. An experimental machine based on this technology has been designed and built at Université Catholique de Louvain (UCL). This study presents a dynamic simulation model of a full house incorporating solar collectors to produce domestic hot water and to feed an ejector-based solar air-conditioning machine. The model takes into account geographic location, transient thermal house behaviour, and also integrates a performance map of the ejector cycle based on real measurement campaign. Different types of collectors and storage sizes have been studied as well. In this paper, the developed model is used to analyze and optimize operation and strategy of hot water production and air conditioning. Results show that the full solar solution may cover low energy house needs.

Influence of selected factors on parameters of a cooling system with a Peltier module and forced air flow

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Krzysztof Posobkiewicz ◽  
Krzysztof Górecki
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Resistance ◽  
Heat Sink ◽  
Cooling System ◽  
Heat Sinks ◽  
Cooling Power ◽  
Cooling Systems ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Peltier Module ◽  
Peltier Modules ◽  
Forced Air

Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate the validation of the usefulness of cooling systems containing Peltier modules for cooling power devices based on measurements of the influence of selected factors on the value of thermal resistance of such a cooling system. Design/methodology/approach A cooling system containing a heat-sink, a Peltier module and a fan was built by the authors and the measurements of temperatures and thermal resistance in various supply conditions of the Peltier module and the fan were carried out and discussed. Findings Conclusions from the research carried out answer the question if the use of Peltier modules in active cooling systems provides any benefits comparing with cooling systems containing just passive heat-sinks or conventional active heat-sinks constructed of a heat-sink and a fan. Research limitations/implications The research carried out is the preliminary stage to asses if a compact thermal model of the investigated cooling system can be formulated. Originality/value In the paper, the original results of measurements and calculations of parameters of a cooling system containing a Peltier module and an active heat-sink are presented and discussed. An influence of power dissipated in the components of the cooling system on its efficiency is investigated.

Cooling power characteristics of half-cycle refrigeration system in LPG fuelled vehicles by auxiliary chiller as heat exchanger

2021 ◽  
pp. 101145
Author(s):  
Muji Setiyo ◽  
Bagiyo Condro Purnomo ◽  
Budi Waluyo ◽  
Suroto Munahar ◽  
Muhammad Latifur Rochman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heat Exchanger ◽  
Cooling Power ◽  
Half Cycle ◽  
Refrigeration System ◽  
Power Characteristics

Active cooling system for downhole electronics in high temperature environments

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Wei Minghui ◽  
Cai Wei ◽  
Xu Mingze ◽  
Deng Shuang
Keyword(s):  
High Temperature ◽  
Cooling System ◽  
Capillary Tube ◽  
Thermal Characteristics ◽  
Electric Circuit ◽  
Passive Cooling ◽  
Electronic Components ◽  
Active Cooling ◽  
Temperature Environment ◽  
High Temperature Environment

Abstract Downhole high temperature environment is an important factor affecting the performance of downhole instrument electronic system.At present, various active cooling technologies and passive cooling technologies have been proposed to reduce the temperature of downhole electric circuit system.However, passive cooling technologies can only provide limited cooling capacity for drilling tools under high temperature environment, and the duration of cooling is short, which can not meet the long-time drilling task.This paper presents an Active cooling system(ACS)for downhole electronics and the effects of different temperatures on the performance of electronic components are analyzed.The ACS mainly includes a micro supercharger, condenser tube, evaporation pipe, capillary tube and refrigerant.The theoretical analysis of heat transfer and refrigerant capacity in high temperature environment is carried out.The thermal characteristics of the ACS is evaluated experimentally.The results show that the temperature of electronic components can be reduced to below 163°C in the 200°C downhole environment and components.The geomagnetic field data measured by electronic components at room temperature, 200 °C and with ACS are compared.The results show that ACS can keep electronic components working normally.

The Analysis of Modifications in Cooling Systems for High-Performance Data Centers. A Case Study

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Artur Rusowicz ◽  
Adam Ruciński ◽  
Rafał Laskowski
Keyword(s):  
Air Conditioning ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Energy Savings ◽  
Cooling System ◽  
Capital Expenditure ◽  
Cooling Power ◽  
Power Demand ◽  
Excessive Heat ◽  
Refrigeration Equipment ◽  
Payback Time

One of main issues concerning server room operation is appropriate cooling of electronic modules to prevent excessive heat generation resulting in their damage. Since high cooling powers are required, precision air conditioning systems are used that are specially designed for cooling server and equipment rooms, server cabinets, etc. These devices require very large energy supplies. The paper proposes an upgrade of a cooling system for three server rooms in which refrigeration equipment with a cooling power of 1.873 MW is installed. The average actual cooling power demand is 890 kW, and some units work as a standby. Thir-eight direct-evaporation air-conditioning cabinets are installed. The refrigerant is R407C. The devices have been operated for 14 years; therefore, the refrigeration equipment should be replaced with modern units. The paper compares three approaches: replacing the units with similar ones based on newer technology, introducing contained aisle configurations of rack cabinets and units based on newer technology with additional EconoPhase modules. The application of free cooling was not analyzed since mounting additional heat exchangers was impossible (due to the lack of space and limited roof loading capacity). The paper provides capital and operating costs of the solutions. The introduction of up-to-date units and replacing condensers resulted in lowering the electric power demand by 16%. The simple payback time (SPBT) of this solution is 18.8 years. The energy savings achieved through the second solution (contained aisle configurations of rack cabinets) amount to 37.8%, with SPBT equal to 8.38 years. Variant III, consisting in using modern units with additional EconoPhase modules, significantly improves energy savings (48.3%) but it requires large capital expenditure, with simple payback time of 12.1 years.

scholarly journals Modeling of an Integrated Thermoelectric Generation–Cooling System for Thermoelectric Cooler Waste Heat Recovery

Energies ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (18) ◽  
pp. 4691
Author(s):  
Jia Yu ◽  
Qingshan Zhu ◽  
Li Kong ◽  
Haoqing Wang ◽  
Hongji Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Steady State ◽  
Heat Source ◽  
Heat Recovery ◽  
Waste Heat Recovery ◽  
Waste Heat ◽  
Cooling System ◽  
Thermoelectric Cooler ◽  
Thermoelectric Generation ◽  
Maximum Value ◽  
Transient Thermal

This paper focuses on the problem of thermoelectric cooler waste heat recovery and utilization, and proposes taking the waste heat together with the original heat source as the input heat source of the integrated thermoelectric generation–cooling system. By establishing an analytic model of this integrated thermoelectric generation–cooling system, the steady-state and transient thermal effects of this system are analyzed. The steady-state analysis results show that the thermoelectric generator’s actual heat source is about 20% larger than the intrinsic heat source. The transient analysis results prove that the current of thermoelectric power generation and the cold end temperature of the system show a nonlinear change rate with time. The cold end temperature of the system has a maximum value. Under different intrinsic heat sources, this maximum value can be reached between 1 s and 2.5 s.

Transient Response of Cross Flow Heat Exchangers Subjected to Simultaneous Temperature and Flow Perturbations

2015 ◽  
Vol 799-800 ◽  
pp. 665-670
Author(s):  
Karthik Silaipillayarputhur
Keyword(s):  
Heat Exchanger ◽  
Heat Exchangers ◽  
Convection Heat Transfer ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Balance Equations ◽  
Transfer Resistance ◽  
Mass Flow Rates ◽  
Flow Heat ◽  
Transient Thermal ◽  
Central Finite Difference

This paper compares the transient thermal performance between counter and parallel cross flow heat exchangers subjected to time varying inlet mass flow rates and inlet temperatures that hasn’t been previously discussed in the available literature. Specifically the transient performance of 2 pass and 3 pass cross flow heat exchangers is discussed in this paper. In the present study the energy balance equations for the hot and cold fluids and the heat exchanger wall were solved using an implicit central finite difference method. Representative values of NTU were considered, and the NTU’s of the heat exchanger were assumed to be uniformly distributed among the heat exchanger passes. Other physically significant parameters such as the capacity rate ratio and the convection heat transfer resistance ratio were systematically varied. A detailed summary based on the observations has been presented.

ITER Shield Block Cooling System Design and Analysis

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Weishan Kang ◽  
Tao Yuan ◽  
Xiujie Zhang
Keyword(s):  
System Design ◽  
Strain Distribution ◽  
Cooling System ◽  
Temperature Fields ◽  
Stress And Strain ◽  
Hydraulic Analysis ◽  
Design Requirements ◽  
Transient Thermal ◽  
Cooling Pipes ◽  
Stress And Strain Distribution

A steady-state thermo-hydraulic analysis of SB was done to get pressure drop and heat transfer coefficient in the cooling pipes, then a transient thermal analysis was performed to get temperature field of the SB with time in Inductive plasma operational scenario. Finally static structural analysis of the SB based on the temperature fields obtained with the transient analyses at specific time points were done to get the stress and strain distribution of the SB. The numerical analysis results were investigated by rules from ITER System Design Criteria for In-vessel Component to further verify the design. The final results of analyses indicate that the design of the SB meets with the ITER design requirements.

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