| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 654906 | International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer | 2006 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
A simple model for heat transfer from a space radiator with latent heat thermal energy storage has been developed. For a given heat storage and dissipation capability, analytical results have been obtained for the optimum geometry of a radiator panel/fin based on a minimum mass criterion. Numerical results for a typical configuration show that mass reductions of 20–25% or more can be achieved for pulsed heating loads of durations of the order of 1 h or less. At the same time, the radiator sizes can be reduced by a factor of 4 or more. The results also suggest that the benefits of energy storage will be higher for operating conditions with lower heat dissipation rates.
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Authors
Sanjay K. Roy, Branko L. Avanic,