Coiled tube heat exchangers are widely preferred in shell structures due to their superior heat transfer performance,driven by favorable flow characteristics.This study investigates the effect of modifying coil and sh...Coiled tube heat exchangers are widely preferred in shell structures due to their superior heat transfer performance,driven by favorable flow characteristics.This study investigates the effect of modifying coil and shell configurations on heat transfer efficiency.Two key enhancements were examined:adding fins to the outer coil surface and integrating longitudinal slots within a hollowed shell.These modifications promote turbulence and extend heat transfer duration,thereby improving performance.However,they also introduce challenges,including increased pressure loss andmanufacturing complexity.Numerical simulationswere conducted usingANSYS Fluent 2024R1 under identical boundary conditions.With a fixed cold-side flow rate of 3 L/min,the input temperatures for the hot and cold fluids were 333.15 and 291.65 K,respectively.The hot-side flow rate varied between 2 and 6 L/min.Simulation outcomes were reported for the objectives of the study that included the improvement in heat exchangers’heat transfer enhancement.As it was indicated in the study outcomes,the average heat transfer rate increased by 15.56%,the overall heat transfer coefficient enhanced by about 29.51%,and the convective heat transfer coefficient improved by about 75.96%compared to the conventional shell-and-coil tube heat exchanger model.However,the modified technique resulted in a significant pressure drop.展开更多
Based on the Fluent numerical simulation method,this study systematically analyzed the structural parameters of the spiral tube heat exchanger and the influence of the external baffle on its heat transfer performance....Based on the Fluent numerical simulation method,this study systematically analyzed the structural parameters of the spiral tube heat exchanger and the influence of the external baffle on its heat transfer performance.The results show that when the equivalent diameter of the spiral tube increased from 16.68 to 21.23 mm,its surface heat transfer coefficient decreased from 22,040 to 17,230 W/m^(2)⋅K,and the outlet air temperature dropped from 822.3 to 807.3 K.However,the pressure loss decreased from 2.692 to 0.958 kPa.which reveals the contradiction between the heat transfer efficiency and the flow resistance.By adding a baffle to enhance the turbulent disturbance,the wall heat flux density is increased by 21.17%,the surface heat transfer coefficient is increased by 12.1%,and the outlet temperature is optimized,which verifies the significant improvement of the heat transfer performance by the countercurrent design.Comprehensive research shows that the collaborative optimization of spiral tube equivalent diameter parameters and baffle flow control is the key to improve the comprehensive performance of heat exchanger.Theresearch results provide a theoretical basis for energy-saving design of industrial heat exchangers.展开更多
Bitter Pit(BP)is a prevalent physiological disorder in apple that significantly reduces fruit quality and market value.While numerous studies have investigated the mechanisms underlying BP occurrence,the molecular pro...Bitter Pit(BP)is a prevalent physiological disorder in apple that significantly reduces fruit quality and market value.While numerous studies have investigated the mechanisms underlying BP occurrence,the molecular processes,particularly the role of the Ca^(2+)/H^(+)exchanger(CAX),remain unclear.This study aims to elucidate the function of the MdCAX5 gene in relation to BP development.To achieve this,we utilized transient transformation in apple,as well as stable transformation in Arabidopsis and tomato,to measure the mineral content in transgenic plants,thereby validating the function of MdCAX5.The overexpression of the MdCAX5 gene significantly reduced calcium(Ca)content in plants and disrupted the mineral element balance within the plant.Analysis of the MdCAX5 gene promoter revealed that Ca^(2+)can enhance promoter activity,indicating that the MdCAX5 gene can effectively respond to Ca signaling.Transcriptomic analysis of tomato plants stably overexpressing the MdCAX5 gene revealed significant alterations in the expression of genes involved in Ca signal transduction and transport,which in turn impacted the biosynthesis of secondary metabolites and metabolic pathways within the plants.These changes resulted in a reduction in Ca content,imbalanced Ca distribution,increased hydrolase activity,and disrupted cellular structures,including compromised organelles,cellular membranes,and membrane components.These disruptions culminated in the manifestation of Ca deficiency symptoms in the plants.This study provides theoretical insights into the mechanisms underlying the occurrence of apple BP disease.展开更多
In response to the actual demands of the energy storage type organic Rankine power generation cycle,this study proposes a new type of jacketed shell and tube heat exchanger with integrated cold storage and heat exchan...In response to the actual demands of the energy storage type organic Rankine power generation cycle,this study proposes a new type of jacketed shell and tube heat exchanger with integrated cold storage and heat exchange.N-tedecane is selected as the phase change material for cold storage,low-temperature water as the cold source,and R134a as the heat source.The phase change material for cold storage is filled inside the jacket tube of the heat exchanger.Cold fluid is introduced into the inner tube to cause the phase change material to condense and store cold.After the cold storage is completed,R134a flows in from the shell side and condenses through heat exchange with the solidified phase change material for energy storage.This study discusses the influence laws of different cold water mass flow rates and temperatures on the cold storage performance of this heat exchanger,and analyzes the condensation effect of R134a.The results show that when the mass flow rate is 0.5 kg/s and the cold water temperature is between 3 and 4℃,the average power of the energy storage heat exchanger in the condensation experiment is 80W,and the average convective heat transfer coefficient is 110.73 W/(m^(2)⋅K).This research provides an experimental basis for the development of energy storage organic Rankine power generation cycles.展开更多
Geothermal energy,a form of renewable energy,has been extensively utilized for building heating.However,there is a lack of detailed comparative studies on the use of shallow and medium-deep geothermal energy in buildi...Geothermal energy,a form of renewable energy,has been extensively utilized for building heating.However,there is a lack of detailed comparative studies on the use of shallow and medium-deep geothermal energy in building energy systems,which are essential for decision-making.Therefore,this paper presents a comparative study of the performance and economic analysis of shallow and medium-deep borehole heat exchanger heating systems.Based on the geological parameters of Xi’an,China and commonly used borehole heat exchanger structures,numerical simulationmethods are employed to analyze performance and economic efficiency.The results indicate that increasing the spacing between shallow borehole heat exchangers can effectively reduce thermal interference between the pipes and improve heat extraction performance.As the flow rate increases,the outlet water temperature ranges from 279.3 to 279.7 K,with heat extraction power varying between 595 and 609 W.For medium-deep borehole heat exchangers,performance predictions show that a higher flow rate results in greater heat extraction power.However,when the flow rate exceeds 30 m^(3)/h,further increases in flow rate have only a minor effect on enhancing heat extraction power.Additionally,the economic analysis reveals that the payback period for shallow geothermal heating systems ranges from 10 to 11 years,while for medium-deep geothermal heating systems,it varies more widely from 3 to 25 years.Therefore,the payback period for medium-deep geothermal heating systems is more significantly influenced by operational and installation parameters,and optimizing these parameters can considerably shorten the payback period.The results of this study are expected to provide valuable insights into the efficient and cost-effective utilization of geothermal energy for building heating.展开更多
Plate heat exchangers suffer from significant energy losses,which adversely affect the overall efficiency of thermal systems.To address this challenge,various heat transfer enhancement techniques have been investigate...Plate heat exchangers suffer from significant energy losses,which adversely affect the overall efficiency of thermal systems.To address this challenge,various heat transfer enhancement techniques have been investigated.Notably,the incorporation of surface corrugations is widely recognized as both effective and practical.Chevron corrugation is the most employed design.However,there remains a need to investigate alternative geometries that may offer superior performance.This study aims to find a novel corrugation design by conducting a comparative CFD analysis of flat,square,chevron,and cylindrical corrugated surfaces,assessing their impact on heat transfer enhancement within a plate heat exchanger.ANSYS Fluent software was used for simulation at four distinct Reynolds numbers(10,000,18,000,26,000,and 28,000),with a heat flux of 12,000 W/m^(2).A structured mesh was generated using Pointwise software.The material of the solid plates was modelled as aluminum,the fluid was modelled as water,and the flow was turbulent.To obtain a fully developed turbulent flow,a separate inlet duct was modelled,and the output velocity profile of the inlet duct was input into the plate heat exchanger.The Nusselt number(Nu)and heattransfer coefficient(h)were calculated to evaluate the performance of all surfaces.The results indicate that cylindrical corrugated surfaces exhibit higher Nusselt numbers than chevron,square,and flat plates.This higher performance is because of the generation of vortices in the middle of the cylindrical texture.Consequently,flow recirculation occurs,leading to reattachment to the mainstreamflow.This phenomenon induces increased turbulence,thereby enhancing the heat transfer efficiency.To validate the results,a grid-convergence independence test was performed for three different mesh sizes.In addition,empirical calculations were performed using the Dittus-Boelter and the Genilaski equations to validate the results of the flat-plate heat exchanger.It was concluded that the cylinder was the best corrugated surface and had a maximum heat transfer 35%higher than that of a flat plate.展开更多
The energy consumption of a Split air conditioning unit(ACU)inside a building is extremely large,and efforts to decrease this issue are ongoing.The current work aims to experimentally investigate the thermal performan...The energy consumption of a Split air conditioning unit(ACU)inside a building is extremely large,and efforts to decrease this issue are ongoing.The current work aims to experimentally investigate the thermal performance of ACU using an external cooling-water loop for pre-cooling the condenser to improve the efficiency and to reduce energy consumption by reducing refrigerant temperature before entering the condenser,thereby reducing the coefficient of performance.The experiments are performed on ACU with and without using an external cooling-water loop under different climate conditions.By using the experimental data,the systems’performances for both cases are evaluated based on the energy,exergy,and pressure drop analysis.Effects of several parameters,e.g.,ambient temperature,inlet water temperature,and water volume flow rate,on the energy and exergy performances of ACU systems are presented for the purpose of comparison.The outcomes display that the use of an external cooling water loop system has a significant impact on the system performance as compared to conventional ACU.The results display that the addition of an external cooling-water loop leads to a reduction in the compressor power consumption and to an increase in the coefficient of performance(COP)as compared to a normal ACU.The maximum reduction in compressor power consumption is obtained equal 37%at T_(w)=15℃and 11 L/min,whereas the maximum enhancement in COP is obtained equal 21.5%at T_(w)=30℃,11 L/min,and T_(amb)=45℃.The modified model shows an increase in exergy efficiency with the maximum enhancement of about 17%at T_(w)=30℃and 15.8 L/min.The use of an external cooling water loop leads to a reduction in the irreversibility process of the compressor,evaporator and expansion valve and to an increase in the condenser losses.The outcomes show that the pressure drop is reduced by using a cooling water loop as compared to a normal ACU,where the reduction becomes more evident with a reduction in water volume flow rate and inlet temperature.Finally,the present study reveals that the use of an external cooling water loop system leads to an improvement in the performance of ACUs.展开更多
This research presents a new method to boost the efficiency of evaporative coolers by integrating magnetized water and a heat exchanger.Magnetized water,known for its high evaporation rate and reduced surface tension,...This research presents a new method to boost the efficiency of evaporative coolers by integrating magnetized water and a heat exchanger.Magnetized water,known for its high evaporation rate and reduced surface tension,offers a promising way to enhance air cooler performance.Additionally,the advanced heat exchanger both improves air cooling capacity and controls humidity levels.Aloni 100 L,a locally manufactured evaporative cooling system,and tap water were used in experiments.Tap water was magnetized using recycled magnets extracted from computer hard drives.Twenty-six magnets meticulously arranged within rectangular grooves,each with a minimum strength of 0.5 to 1T,were used tomagnetize tapwater.Our experiments showa significant rise in cooling efficiency,with magnetized water increasing from 70.62%to 91.43%.In a similar vein,adding the heat exchanger leads to a significant improvement,raising the cooling efficiency from 69.44%to 93.96%.Furthermore,the combined use of magnetized water and a heat exchanger results in exceptional performance,increasing cooling efficiencies by 29.5%and 35.3%compared to using only magnetized water or only a heat exchanger,respectively.This study also explores the largely untapped potential of magnetized water,providing valuable insights into its effects on water properties and its broader applications in various fields.These findings represent a significant advancement in air cooling technology and pave the way for more energy-efficient and sustainable solutions.展开更多
Power consumption increases annually,wherefore the air emissions during its production occasionally increase.One of the most promising trends of environmentally safe generation of electricity is the transition to oxyg...Power consumption increases annually,wherefore the air emissions during its production occasionally increase.One of the most promising trends of environmentally safe generation of electricity is the transition to oxygen-fuel power complexes operating on a carbon dioxide working medium,with a share of its capture up to 99%.It is worth noting that the breadth of application of power technologies is determined not only on the basis of criteria of thermal efficiency and environmental safety.The most important criterion is the indicator of economic accessibility,the failure of which does not yet allow for a large-scale transition to the use of electric power technologies with the capture and disposal of greenhouse gases.In this study,a set of multifactorial models for estimating the cost of the main generating equipment operating on supercritical carbon dioxide has been developed.it is found that an increase in the initial temperature and pressure will increase the cost of the main generating equipment operating on supercritical carbon dioxide.展开更多
The research on scheduling and heat integration of batch process plays an important role in reducing energy consumption,improving production efficiency and enhancing the competitiveness of industries.The complexity an...The research on scheduling and heat integration of batch process plays an important role in reducing energy consumption,improving production efficiency and enhancing the competitiveness of industries.The complexity and difficulty of the model solving are increased due to the comprehensive consideration of both scheduling and heat integration.In this paper,the mixed integer nonlinear programming(MINLP) mathematical model of multi-product plant heat integration optimization with the goal of energy-saving annual profit(EAP) is established.The simultaneous optimization and sequential optimization are carried out respectively by bi-level programming(BP) based on the genetic algorithm(GA),and the calculation results are compared.EAP better captures the trade-off relationship between scheduling schemes,energy-saving profits,and equipment costs.The bi-level programming approach based on GA categorizes variables into integer and real types,enabling structural optimization and parameter optimization of the heat exchanger network.This,in turn,enhances solution efficiency and overcomes the limitations of conventional optimization algorithms in terms of solution speed and quality.Two examples show that the EAP of indirect heat integration considering the storage tank are 21% and 2% higher than that of the direct heat integration,and EAP of the simultaneous optimization are26% and 6% higher than that of the sequential optimization.The example demonstrates that the model and algorithm are applicable to batch multi-product plants,such as those in the chemical,pharmaceutical,and food industries,and possess strong practicality and innovation.展开更多
This study presents a simplified numerical approach for evaluating the thermal performance of louvered fin and flat tube heat exchangers(LFFTHXs),which are critical in many thermal management applications but difficul...This study presents a simplified numerical approach for evaluating the thermal performance of louvered fin and flat tube heat exchangers(LFFTHXs),which are critical in many thermal management applications but difficult to model due to their complex geometries.The proposed method uses an equivalent convective heat transfer coefficient to represent the fins,significantly reducing the computational requirements of the simulations.Validation against the effectiveness-number of transfer units method showed average deviations of 4.4%for the novel louvered fin with two combined holes and 9.5%for conventional configurations,confirming the accuracy of the method.Further application to two-phase refrigerant scenarios using experimental data demonstrated the robustness of the method and its suitability for practical design and optimization of LFFTHXs.The approach not only improves the feasibility of thermal analysis in industrial applications but also provides a foundation for future research into more efficient heat exchanger designs.展开更多
This paper presents an allowable-tolerance-based group search optimization(AT-GSO),which combines the robust GSO(R-GSO)and the external quality design planning of the Taguchi method.AT-GSO algorithm is used to optimiz...This paper presents an allowable-tolerance-based group search optimization(AT-GSO),which combines the robust GSO(R-GSO)and the external quality design planning of the Taguchi method.AT-GSO algorithm is used to optimize the heat transfer area of the heat exchanger system.The R-GSO algorithm integrates the GSO algorithm with the Taguchi method,utilizing the Taguchi method to determine the optimal producer in each iteration of the GSO algorithm to strengthen the robustness of the search process and the ability to find the global optima.In conventional parameter design optimization,it is typically assumed that the designed parameters can be applied accurately and consistently throughout usage.However,for systems that are sensitive to changes in design parameters,even minor inaccuracies can substantially reduce overall system performance.Therefore,the permissible variations of the design parameters are considered in the tolerance-optimized design to ensure the robustness of the performance.The optimized design of the heat exchanger system assumes that the system’s operating temperature parameters are specific.However,fixing the systemoperating temperature parameters at a constant value is difficult.This paper assumes that the system operating temperature parameters have an uncertainty error when optimizing the heat transfer area of the heat exchanger system.Experimental results show that the AT-GSO algorithm optimizes the heat exchanger system and finds the optimal operating temperature in the absence of tolerance and under three tolerance conditions.展开更多
Climate change,rising fuel prices,and fuel security are some challenges that have emerged and have grown worldwide.Therefore,to overcome these obstacles,highly efficient thermodynamic devices and heat recovery systems...Climate change,rising fuel prices,and fuel security are some challenges that have emerged and have grown worldwide.Therefore,to overcome these obstacles,highly efficient thermodynamic devices and heat recovery systems must be introduced.According to reports,much industrial waste heat is lost as flue gas from boilers,heating plants,etc.The primary objective of this study is to investigate and compare unary(Al_(2)O_(3))thermodynamically,binary with three different combinations of nanoparticles namely(Al_(2)O_(3)+TiO_(2),TiO_(2)+ZnO,Al_(2)O_(3)+ZnO)and ternary(Al_(2)O_(3)+TiO_(2)+ZnO)as a heat transfer fluid.Initially,three different types of binary nanofluids were prepared by dispersing two types of nanoparticles in individual trails,such as aluminum oxide,zinc oxide,and titanium dioxide in various combined concentrations(e.g.,2%,4%,and 6%)into the water as the base fluid,using an ultrasonicator to ensure uniform suspension.The operating parameters such as nanoparticle concentration and flow rate are varied to evaluate the performance of various hybrid nanofluids under counterflow configuration.The findings of this research indicate that the binary nanofluid Al_(2)O_(3)+ZnO exhibits the highest thermal performance factor(2.83),followed by the ternary nanofluid Al_(2)O_(3)+TiO_(2)+ZnO(0.828),with the lowest performance observed for the unary nanofluid Al_(2)O_(3)(0.799).This research highlights the need for advancement into novel nanomaterial combinations,optimization of required fluid properties,stability enhancement,and thermal performance to strengthen the utilization of hybrid nanofluids in heat exchangers.展开更多
At the forthcoming IGATEX textile machinery exhibition inKarachi,Pakistan,from April 24-26,Monforts will highlight thebenefits of its latest Universal Energy Tower.This stand-aloneair/air heat exchanger module enables...At the forthcoming IGATEX textile machinery exhibition inKarachi,Pakistan,from April 24-26,Monforts will highlight thebenefits of its latest Universal Energy Tower.This stand-aloneair/air heat exchanger module enables recovery of the heatfrom the exhaust air flow of thermal systems such as existingstenters and THERMEX dyeing ranges with infrared predriers,resulting in energy savings of up to 25%,depending on the ex-haust air volume and operating temperature.展开更多
This study develops an analytical model to evaluate the cooling performance of a porous terracotta tubular direct evaporative heat and mass exchanger. By combining energy and mass balance equations with heat and mass ...This study develops an analytical model to evaluate the cooling performance of a porous terracotta tubular direct evaporative heat and mass exchanger. By combining energy and mass balance equations with heat and mass transfer coefficients and air psychrometric correlations, the model provides insights into the impact of design and operational parameters on the exchanger cooling performance. Validated against an established numerical model, it accurately simulates cooling behavior with a Root Mean Square Deviation of 0.43 - 1.18˚C under varying inlet air conditions. The results show that tube geometry, including equivalent diameter, flatness ratio, and length significantly influences cooling outcomes. Smaller diameters enhance wet-bulb effectiveness but reduce cooling capacity, while increased flatness and length improve both. For example, extending the flatness ratio of a 15 mm diameter, 0.6 m long tube from 1 (circular) to 4 raises the exchange surface area from 0.028 to 0.037 m2, increasing wet-bulb effectiveness from 60% to 71%. Recommended diameters range from 5 mm for tubes under 0.5 m to 1 cm for tubes 0.5 to 1 m in length. Optimal air velocities depend on tube length: 1 m/s for tubes under 0.8 m, 1.5 m/s for lengths of 0.8 to 1.2 m, and up to 2 m/s for longer tubes. This model offers a practical alternative to complex numerical and CFD methods, with potential applications in cooling tower optimization for thermal and nuclear power plants and geothermal heat exchangers.展开更多
Double pipe heat exchangers(DPHEs)are normally utilized in various manufacturing uses owing to their simple design and low maintenance requirements.For that,performance enhancement by improved heat transfer is ongoing...Double pipe heat exchangers(DPHEs)are normally utilized in various manufacturing uses owing to their simple design and low maintenance requirements.For that,performance enhancement by improved heat transfer is ongoing.Air injections are a good strategy for enhancing the thermal performance of the DPHE.In the present work,the influence of air bubble injection in a DPHE was experimentally investigated,and the system’s hydrothermal performance improvement parameters were evaluated.Two modes were designed,manufactured,and used to conduct the experiments.The first mode was conducted with no air injection,named a single phase mode,while in the second mode,air was injected into the annulus of DPHE throughout different perforated rings on the side of the annular.Three different ring types were used and coded as R-1,R-2,and R-3,with an added case of insertion of the three rings inside the annulus.The airflow rate was fixed at 1.5 LPM with a 25○C inlet temperature.Also,the hot water rate in the inner pipe was maintained continuously at 3 LPM with a controlled 70○C temperature at the inlet.Five different cold water flow rates,3,3.5,4,4.5,and 5 LPM,in the annulus,were considered with a controlled inlet temperature at 17○C.Additionally,the effectiveness of the heat exchanger,the number of transfer units(NTU),and the overall heat transfer were predicted and considered for performance evaluation and comparison.The outcomes proved that the injection of air and the bubbly flow creation in the heat exchanger’s hot side is an effective method to strengthen the DPHE performance.Moreover,the total heat transfer coefficient was enhanced by 41%in R-1,58.8%in R-2,and 40.1%in R-3 at 4 LPM of cold water.The optimal ring,which yielded the most improvement,was R-2,achieving a 65%improvement in NTU,with a maximum enhancement in effectiveness of 56%.展开更多
This study involved numerical simulations of a double tube heat exchanger using the ANSYS FLUENT programversion 22.The study aims to examine methods for minimizing pressure loss and consequently enhancing the thermal ...This study involved numerical simulations of a double tube heat exchanger using the ANSYS FLUENT programversion 22.The study aims to examine methods for minimizing pressure loss and consequently enhancing the thermal performance index(TPI)of a heat exchanger fitted with wavy edge tape that is a heat recovery system(the hot air in simulation instead of t heat from the exhaust gases of the brick factory furnaces and return it to warm the heavy fuel oil by substituting the electrical heater with a heat exchanger to recuperate waste heat from the flue gases,so elevating the temperature of Heavy fuel oil(HFO)to inject from the roof nozzles of combustion chamber of the furnace furthermore reducing cost(by finding the optimal design of wavy edge tape))and energy consumption.Air was selected as the hot gas in the inner pipe instead of furnace exhaust gases due to their similar thermal characteristics.A numerical analysis was conducted to create a novel wavy edge tape with varying widths(50%Di,75%Di,and 95%Di),lengths(1000,1200,1400)mm,amplitudes(5,10,15)mm,and periods of wavy length(5,10,15)mm.The flow rate of the outer pipe fluid(oil)ranges from(0.06 to 0.1)kg/s,while the velocity of the hot fluid(air)varies from(1 to 27)m/s,Re_(air)(6957 to 187,837).The entrance temperature of the hot fluid can be either(200,225,and 250)℃.The study finds that wavy edge tape tubes are more effective than smooth tubes in terms of oil outlet temperature;results revealed that an increase in the oil mass flow rate leads to a decrease in the oil outlet temperature and an increase in the heat transfer rate,at the air temperature 250℃.Additionally,the results indicate that increasing the width,length,and amplitude also leads to an increase in the oil outlet temperature of(94-94.12)℃,the pressure drop of(568.3)Pa,and the Nusselt number(65.7-66.5)respectively on the oil side.Finally,the heat exchanger’s best thermal performance index was found by investigating temperature contour at amplitude(A=5),period(p=15),width(w=75%Di),and length(L=1200 mm).The values for these parameters are,in order(1.02,1.025,1.02,and 1.0077).展开更多
Donors with a serum sodium concentration of>155 mmol/L are extended criteria donors for liver transplantation(LT).Elevated serum sodium of donors leads to an increased incidence of hepatic dysfunction in the early ...Donors with a serum sodium concentration of>155 mmol/L are extended criteria donors for liver transplantation(LT).Elevated serum sodium of donors leads to an increased incidence of hepatic dysfunction in the early postoperative period of LT;however,the exact mechanism has not been reported.We constructed a Lewis rat model of 70%hepatic parenchymal area subjected to ischemia-reperfusion(I/R)with hypernatremia and a BRL-3A cell model of hypoxia-reoxygenation(H/R)with high-sodium(HS)culture medium precondition.To determine the degree of injury,biochemical analysis,histological analysis,and oxidative stress and apoptosis detection were performed.We applied specific inhibitors of the epithelial sodium channel(ENaC)and Na^(+)/Ca^(2+) exchanger(NCX)in vivo and in vitro to verify their roles in injury.Serum alanine aminotransferase(ALT),aspartate aminotransferase(AST),and lactate dehydrogenase(LDH)levels and the area of hepatic necrosis were significantly elevated in the HS+I/R group.Increased reactive oxygen species(ROS)production,myeloperoxidase(MPO)-positive cells,and aggravated cellular apoptosis were detected in the HS+I/R group.The HS+H/R group of BRL-3A cells showed significantly increased cellular apoptosis and ROS production compared to the H/R group.The application of amiloride(Amil),a specific inhibitor of ENaC,reduced ischemia-reperfusion injury(IRI)aggravated by HS both in vivo and in vitro,as evidenced by decreased serum transaminases,inflammatory cytokines,apoptosis,and oxidative stress.SN-6,a specific inhibitor of NCX,had a similar effect to Amil.In summary,hypernatremia aggravates hepatic IRI,which can be attenuated by pharmacological inhibition of ENaC orNCX.展开更多
This paper presents a thermophysical study approach for a pure environmental control system(ECS),incorporating the geometric dimensions of heat exchangers,ram air duct,and air cycle machine(ACM)blades of the Sabreline...This paper presents a thermophysical study approach for a pure environmental control system(ECS),incorporating the geometric dimensions of heat exchangers,ram air duct,and air cycle machine(ACM)blades of the Sabreliner’s environmental control system.Real flight scenarios are simulated by considering flight input variables such as altitude,aircraft speed,compression ratio of the air cycle machine,and the mass flow rate of bleed air.The study evaluates the coefficient of performance(COP)of the environmental control system,the heat exchanger efficiencies,and the work distribution of the air cycle machine based on five flight scenarios,with a particular focus on considering the effects of humidity on environmental control system performance.The results demonstrate that at cruising altitude(11,000 m),air humidity conditions allow an increase in the COP of around 9.28%compared to dry conditions.Conversely,on land,humidity conditions reduce the performance by 4.26%compared to dry conditions.It was also found that the effects of humidity at high aircraft speeds become negligible.In general terms,the humidity conditions in the air proved to have positive effects on the environmental control system’s performance but negative effects on the heat exchanger efficiencies,reducing them by 0.22%.Additionally,land conditions reflect significant improvements in performance when the compression ratio of the air cycle machine is varied.Furthermore,in the work distribution of the air cycle machine,humidity conditions were demonstrated to consume 2.91%less work fromthe turbine compared to dry conditions.展开更多
文摘Coiled tube heat exchangers are widely preferred in shell structures due to their superior heat transfer performance,driven by favorable flow characteristics.This study investigates the effect of modifying coil and shell configurations on heat transfer efficiency.Two key enhancements were examined:adding fins to the outer coil surface and integrating longitudinal slots within a hollowed shell.These modifications promote turbulence and extend heat transfer duration,thereby improving performance.However,they also introduce challenges,including increased pressure loss andmanufacturing complexity.Numerical simulationswere conducted usingANSYS Fluent 2024R1 under identical boundary conditions.With a fixed cold-side flow rate of 3 L/min,the input temperatures for the hot and cold fluids were 333.15 and 291.65 K,respectively.The hot-side flow rate varied between 2 and 6 L/min.Simulation outcomes were reported for the objectives of the study that included the improvement in heat exchangers’heat transfer enhancement.As it was indicated in the study outcomes,the average heat transfer rate increased by 15.56%,the overall heat transfer coefficient enhanced by about 29.51%,and the convective heat transfer coefficient improved by about 75.96%compared to the conventional shell-and-coil tube heat exchanger model.However,the modified technique resulted in a significant pressure drop.
基金supported by the Jing-Jin-Ji Regional Integrated Environmental Improvement-National Science and Technology Major Project(No.2024ZD1200400).
文摘Based on the Fluent numerical simulation method,this study systematically analyzed the structural parameters of the spiral tube heat exchanger and the influence of the external baffle on its heat transfer performance.The results show that when the equivalent diameter of the spiral tube increased from 16.68 to 21.23 mm,its surface heat transfer coefficient decreased from 22,040 to 17,230 W/m^(2)⋅K,and the outlet air temperature dropped from 822.3 to 807.3 K.However,the pressure loss decreased from 2.692 to 0.958 kPa.which reveals the contradiction between the heat transfer efficiency and the flow resistance.By adding a baffle to enhance the turbulent disturbance,the wall heat flux density is increased by 21.17%,the surface heat transfer coefficient is increased by 12.1%,and the outlet temperature is optimized,which verifies the significant improvement of the heat transfer performance by the countercurrent design.Comprehensive research shows that the collaborative optimization of spiral tube equivalent diameter parameters and baffle flow control is the key to improve the comprehensive performance of heat exchanger.Theresearch results provide a theoretical basis for energy-saving design of industrial heat exchangers.
基金funded by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.32300327).
文摘Bitter Pit(BP)is a prevalent physiological disorder in apple that significantly reduces fruit quality and market value.While numerous studies have investigated the mechanisms underlying BP occurrence,the molecular processes,particularly the role of the Ca^(2+)/H^(+)exchanger(CAX),remain unclear.This study aims to elucidate the function of the MdCAX5 gene in relation to BP development.To achieve this,we utilized transient transformation in apple,as well as stable transformation in Arabidopsis and tomato,to measure the mineral content in transgenic plants,thereby validating the function of MdCAX5.The overexpression of the MdCAX5 gene significantly reduced calcium(Ca)content in plants and disrupted the mineral element balance within the plant.Analysis of the MdCAX5 gene promoter revealed that Ca^(2+)can enhance promoter activity,indicating that the MdCAX5 gene can effectively respond to Ca signaling.Transcriptomic analysis of tomato plants stably overexpressing the MdCAX5 gene revealed significant alterations in the expression of genes involved in Ca signal transduction and transport,which in turn impacted the biosynthesis of secondary metabolites and metabolic pathways within the plants.These changes resulted in a reduction in Ca content,imbalanced Ca distribution,increased hydrolase activity,and disrupted cellular structures,including compromised organelles,cellular membranes,and membrane components.These disruptions culminated in the manifestation of Ca deficiency symptoms in the plants.This study provides theoretical insights into the mechanisms underlying the occurrence of apple BP disease.
基金the the basic scientific research Funds project of Heilongjiang Universities[grant numbers 2024-KYYWF-0554].
文摘In response to the actual demands of the energy storage type organic Rankine power generation cycle,this study proposes a new type of jacketed shell and tube heat exchanger with integrated cold storage and heat exchange.N-tedecane is selected as the phase change material for cold storage,low-temperature water as the cold source,and R134a as the heat source.The phase change material for cold storage is filled inside the jacket tube of the heat exchanger.Cold fluid is introduced into the inner tube to cause the phase change material to condense and store cold.After the cold storage is completed,R134a flows in from the shell side and condenses through heat exchange with the solidified phase change material for energy storage.This study discusses the influence laws of different cold water mass flow rates and temperatures on the cold storage performance of this heat exchanger,and analyzes the condensation effect of R134a.The results show that when the mass flow rate is 0.5 kg/s and the cold water temperature is between 3 and 4℃,the average power of the energy storage heat exchanger in the condensation experiment is 80W,and the average convective heat transfer coefficient is 110.73 W/(m^(2)⋅K).This research provides an experimental basis for the development of energy storage organic Rankine power generation cycles.
基金support by the Shanghai Engineering Research Center for Shallow Geothermal Energy(DRZX-202306)Shaanxi Coal Geology Group Co.,Ltd.(SMDZ-ZD2024-23)+4 种基金Key Laboratory of Coal Resources Exploration and Comprehensive Utilization,Ministry of Natural Resources,China(ZP2020-1)Shaanxi Investment Group Co.,Ltd.(SIGC2023-KY-05)Key Research and Development Projects of Shaanxi Province(2023-GHZD-54)Shaanxi Qinchuangyuan Scientist+Engineer Team Construction Project(2022KXJ-049)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2023M742802,2024T170721).
文摘Geothermal energy,a form of renewable energy,has been extensively utilized for building heating.However,there is a lack of detailed comparative studies on the use of shallow and medium-deep geothermal energy in building energy systems,which are essential for decision-making.Therefore,this paper presents a comparative study of the performance and economic analysis of shallow and medium-deep borehole heat exchanger heating systems.Based on the geological parameters of Xi’an,China and commonly used borehole heat exchanger structures,numerical simulationmethods are employed to analyze performance and economic efficiency.The results indicate that increasing the spacing between shallow borehole heat exchangers can effectively reduce thermal interference between the pipes and improve heat extraction performance.As the flow rate increases,the outlet water temperature ranges from 279.3 to 279.7 K,with heat extraction power varying between 595 and 609 W.For medium-deep borehole heat exchangers,performance predictions show that a higher flow rate results in greater heat extraction power.However,when the flow rate exceeds 30 m^(3)/h,further increases in flow rate have only a minor effect on enhancing heat extraction power.Additionally,the economic analysis reveals that the payback period for shallow geothermal heating systems ranges from 10 to 11 years,while for medium-deep geothermal heating systems,it varies more widely from 3 to 25 years.Therefore,the payback period for medium-deep geothermal heating systems is more significantly influenced by operational and installation parameters,and optimizing these parameters can considerably shorten the payback period.The results of this study are expected to provide valuable insights into the efficient and cost-effective utilization of geothermal energy for building heating.
文摘Plate heat exchangers suffer from significant energy losses,which adversely affect the overall efficiency of thermal systems.To address this challenge,various heat transfer enhancement techniques have been investigated.Notably,the incorporation of surface corrugations is widely recognized as both effective and practical.Chevron corrugation is the most employed design.However,there remains a need to investigate alternative geometries that may offer superior performance.This study aims to find a novel corrugation design by conducting a comparative CFD analysis of flat,square,chevron,and cylindrical corrugated surfaces,assessing their impact on heat transfer enhancement within a plate heat exchanger.ANSYS Fluent software was used for simulation at four distinct Reynolds numbers(10,000,18,000,26,000,and 28,000),with a heat flux of 12,000 W/m^(2).A structured mesh was generated using Pointwise software.The material of the solid plates was modelled as aluminum,the fluid was modelled as water,and the flow was turbulent.To obtain a fully developed turbulent flow,a separate inlet duct was modelled,and the output velocity profile of the inlet duct was input into the plate heat exchanger.The Nusselt number(Nu)and heattransfer coefficient(h)were calculated to evaluate the performance of all surfaces.The results indicate that cylindrical corrugated surfaces exhibit higher Nusselt numbers than chevron,square,and flat plates.This higher performance is because of the generation of vortices in the middle of the cylindrical texture.Consequently,flow recirculation occurs,leading to reattachment to the mainstreamflow.This phenomenon induces increased turbulence,thereby enhancing the heat transfer efficiency.To validate the results,a grid-convergence independence test was performed for three different mesh sizes.In addition,empirical calculations were performed using the Dittus-Boelter and the Genilaski equations to validate the results of the flat-plate heat exchanger.It was concluded that the cylinder was the best corrugated surface and had a maximum heat transfer 35%higher than that of a flat plate.
文摘The energy consumption of a Split air conditioning unit(ACU)inside a building is extremely large,and efforts to decrease this issue are ongoing.The current work aims to experimentally investigate the thermal performance of ACU using an external cooling-water loop for pre-cooling the condenser to improve the efficiency and to reduce energy consumption by reducing refrigerant temperature before entering the condenser,thereby reducing the coefficient of performance.The experiments are performed on ACU with and without using an external cooling-water loop under different climate conditions.By using the experimental data,the systems’performances for both cases are evaluated based on the energy,exergy,and pressure drop analysis.Effects of several parameters,e.g.,ambient temperature,inlet water temperature,and water volume flow rate,on the energy and exergy performances of ACU systems are presented for the purpose of comparison.The outcomes display that the use of an external cooling water loop system has a significant impact on the system performance as compared to conventional ACU.The results display that the addition of an external cooling-water loop leads to a reduction in the compressor power consumption and to an increase in the coefficient of performance(COP)as compared to a normal ACU.The maximum reduction in compressor power consumption is obtained equal 37%at T_(w)=15℃and 11 L/min,whereas the maximum enhancement in COP is obtained equal 21.5%at T_(w)=30℃,11 L/min,and T_(amb)=45℃.The modified model shows an increase in exergy efficiency with the maximum enhancement of about 17%at T_(w)=30℃and 15.8 L/min.The use of an external cooling water loop leads to a reduction in the irreversibility process of the compressor,evaporator and expansion valve and to an increase in the condenser losses.The outcomes show that the pressure drop is reduced by using a cooling water loop as compared to a normal ACU,where the reduction becomes more evident with a reduction in water volume flow rate and inlet temperature.Finally,the present study reveals that the use of an external cooling water loop system leads to an improvement in the performance of ACUs.
文摘This research presents a new method to boost the efficiency of evaporative coolers by integrating magnetized water and a heat exchanger.Magnetized water,known for its high evaporation rate and reduced surface tension,offers a promising way to enhance air cooler performance.Additionally,the advanced heat exchanger both improves air cooling capacity and controls humidity levels.Aloni 100 L,a locally manufactured evaporative cooling system,and tap water were used in experiments.Tap water was magnetized using recycled magnets extracted from computer hard drives.Twenty-six magnets meticulously arranged within rectangular grooves,each with a minimum strength of 0.5 to 1T,were used tomagnetize tapwater.Our experiments showa significant rise in cooling efficiency,with magnetized water increasing from 70.62%to 91.43%.In a similar vein,adding the heat exchanger leads to a significant improvement,raising the cooling efficiency from 69.44%to 93.96%.Furthermore,the combined use of magnetized water and a heat exchanger results in exceptional performance,increasing cooling efficiencies by 29.5%and 35.3%compared to using only magnetized water or only a heat exchanger,respectively.This study also explores the largely untapped potential of magnetized water,providing valuable insights into its effects on water properties and its broader applications in various fields.These findings represent a significant advancement in air cooling technology and pave the way for more energy-efficient and sustainable solutions.
基金This study conducted by Moscow Power Engineering Institute was financially supported by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation(project No.FSWF-2023-0014,contract No.075-03-2023-383,2023/18/01).
文摘Power consumption increases annually,wherefore the air emissions during its production occasionally increase.One of the most promising trends of environmentally safe generation of electricity is the transition to oxygen-fuel power complexes operating on a carbon dioxide working medium,with a share of its capture up to 99%.It is worth noting that the breadth of application of power technologies is determined not only on the basis of criteria of thermal efficiency and environmental safety.The most important criterion is the indicator of economic accessibility,the failure of which does not yet allow for a large-scale transition to the use of electric power technologies with the capture and disposal of greenhouse gases.In this study,a set of multifactorial models for estimating the cost of the main generating equipment operating on supercritical carbon dioxide has been developed.it is found that an increase in the initial temperature and pressure will increase the cost of the main generating equipment operating on supercritical carbon dioxide.
文摘The research on scheduling and heat integration of batch process plays an important role in reducing energy consumption,improving production efficiency and enhancing the competitiveness of industries.The complexity and difficulty of the model solving are increased due to the comprehensive consideration of both scheduling and heat integration.In this paper,the mixed integer nonlinear programming(MINLP) mathematical model of multi-product plant heat integration optimization with the goal of energy-saving annual profit(EAP) is established.The simultaneous optimization and sequential optimization are carried out respectively by bi-level programming(BP) based on the genetic algorithm(GA),and the calculation results are compared.EAP better captures the trade-off relationship between scheduling schemes,energy-saving profits,and equipment costs.The bi-level programming approach based on GA categorizes variables into integer and real types,enabling structural optimization and parameter optimization of the heat exchanger network.This,in turn,enhances solution efficiency and overcomes the limitations of conventional optimization algorithms in terms of solution speed and quality.Two examples show that the EAP of indirect heat integration considering the storage tank are 21% and 2% higher than that of the direct heat integration,and EAP of the simultaneous optimization are26% and 6% higher than that of the sequential optimization.The example demonstrates that the model and algorithm are applicable to batch multi-product plants,such as those in the chemical,pharmaceutical,and food industries,and possess strong practicality and innovation.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12272345).
文摘This study presents a simplified numerical approach for evaluating the thermal performance of louvered fin and flat tube heat exchangers(LFFTHXs),which are critical in many thermal management applications but difficult to model due to their complex geometries.The proposed method uses an equivalent convective heat transfer coefficient to represent the fins,significantly reducing the computational requirements of the simulations.Validation against the effectiveness-number of transfer units method showed average deviations of 4.4%for the novel louvered fin with two combined holes and 9.5%for conventional configurations,confirming the accuracy of the method.Further application to two-phase refrigerant scenarios using experimental data demonstrated the robustness of the method and its suitability for practical design and optimization of LFFTHXs.The approach not only improves the feasibility of thermal analysis in industrial applications but also provides a foundation for future research into more efficient heat exchanger designs.
基金funded by the National Science and Technology Council,Taiwan,under Grant Number MOST110-2221-E035-092-MY3.
文摘This paper presents an allowable-tolerance-based group search optimization(AT-GSO),which combines the robust GSO(R-GSO)and the external quality design planning of the Taguchi method.AT-GSO algorithm is used to optimize the heat transfer area of the heat exchanger system.The R-GSO algorithm integrates the GSO algorithm with the Taguchi method,utilizing the Taguchi method to determine the optimal producer in each iteration of the GSO algorithm to strengthen the robustness of the search process and the ability to find the global optima.In conventional parameter design optimization,it is typically assumed that the designed parameters can be applied accurately and consistently throughout usage.However,for systems that are sensitive to changes in design parameters,even minor inaccuracies can substantially reduce overall system performance.Therefore,the permissible variations of the design parameters are considered in the tolerance-optimized design to ensure the robustness of the performance.The optimized design of the heat exchanger system assumes that the system’s operating temperature parameters are specific.However,fixing the systemoperating temperature parameters at a constant value is difficult.This paper assumes that the system operating temperature parameters have an uncertainty error when optimizing the heat transfer area of the heat exchanger system.Experimental results show that the AT-GSO algorithm optimizes the heat exchanger system and finds the optimal operating temperature in the absence of tolerance and under three tolerance conditions.
文摘Climate change,rising fuel prices,and fuel security are some challenges that have emerged and have grown worldwide.Therefore,to overcome these obstacles,highly efficient thermodynamic devices and heat recovery systems must be introduced.According to reports,much industrial waste heat is lost as flue gas from boilers,heating plants,etc.The primary objective of this study is to investigate and compare unary(Al_(2)O_(3))thermodynamically,binary with three different combinations of nanoparticles namely(Al_(2)O_(3)+TiO_(2),TiO_(2)+ZnO,Al_(2)O_(3)+ZnO)and ternary(Al_(2)O_(3)+TiO_(2)+ZnO)as a heat transfer fluid.Initially,three different types of binary nanofluids were prepared by dispersing two types of nanoparticles in individual trails,such as aluminum oxide,zinc oxide,and titanium dioxide in various combined concentrations(e.g.,2%,4%,and 6%)into the water as the base fluid,using an ultrasonicator to ensure uniform suspension.The operating parameters such as nanoparticle concentration and flow rate are varied to evaluate the performance of various hybrid nanofluids under counterflow configuration.The findings of this research indicate that the binary nanofluid Al_(2)O_(3)+ZnO exhibits the highest thermal performance factor(2.83),followed by the ternary nanofluid Al_(2)O_(3)+TiO_(2)+ZnO(0.828),with the lowest performance observed for the unary nanofluid Al_(2)O_(3)(0.799).This research highlights the need for advancement into novel nanomaterial combinations,optimization of required fluid properties,stability enhancement,and thermal performance to strengthen the utilization of hybrid nanofluids in heat exchangers.
文摘At the forthcoming IGATEX textile machinery exhibition inKarachi,Pakistan,from April 24-26,Monforts will highlight thebenefits of its latest Universal Energy Tower.This stand-aloneair/air heat exchanger module enables recovery of the heatfrom the exhaust air flow of thermal systems such as existingstenters and THERMEX dyeing ranges with infrared predriers,resulting in energy savings of up to 25%,depending on the ex-haust air volume and operating temperature.
文摘This study develops an analytical model to evaluate the cooling performance of a porous terracotta tubular direct evaporative heat and mass exchanger. By combining energy and mass balance equations with heat and mass transfer coefficients and air psychrometric correlations, the model provides insights into the impact of design and operational parameters on the exchanger cooling performance. Validated against an established numerical model, it accurately simulates cooling behavior with a Root Mean Square Deviation of 0.43 - 1.18˚C under varying inlet air conditions. The results show that tube geometry, including equivalent diameter, flatness ratio, and length significantly influences cooling outcomes. Smaller diameters enhance wet-bulb effectiveness but reduce cooling capacity, while increased flatness and length improve both. For example, extending the flatness ratio of a 15 mm diameter, 0.6 m long tube from 1 (circular) to 4 raises the exchange surface area from 0.028 to 0.037 m2, increasing wet-bulb effectiveness from 60% to 71%. Recommended diameters range from 5 mm for tubes under 0.5 m to 1 cm for tubes 0.5 to 1 m in length. Optimal air velocities depend on tube length: 1 m/s for tubes under 0.8 m, 1.5 m/s for lengths of 0.8 to 1.2 m, and up to 2 m/s for longer tubes. This model offers a practical alternative to complex numerical and CFD methods, with potential applications in cooling tower optimization for thermal and nuclear power plants and geothermal heat exchangers.
文摘Double pipe heat exchangers(DPHEs)are normally utilized in various manufacturing uses owing to their simple design and low maintenance requirements.For that,performance enhancement by improved heat transfer is ongoing.Air injections are a good strategy for enhancing the thermal performance of the DPHE.In the present work,the influence of air bubble injection in a DPHE was experimentally investigated,and the system’s hydrothermal performance improvement parameters were evaluated.Two modes were designed,manufactured,and used to conduct the experiments.The first mode was conducted with no air injection,named a single phase mode,while in the second mode,air was injected into the annulus of DPHE throughout different perforated rings on the side of the annular.Three different ring types were used and coded as R-1,R-2,and R-3,with an added case of insertion of the three rings inside the annulus.The airflow rate was fixed at 1.5 LPM with a 25○C inlet temperature.Also,the hot water rate in the inner pipe was maintained continuously at 3 LPM with a controlled 70○C temperature at the inlet.Five different cold water flow rates,3,3.5,4,4.5,and 5 LPM,in the annulus,were considered with a controlled inlet temperature at 17○C.Additionally,the effectiveness of the heat exchanger,the number of transfer units(NTU),and the overall heat transfer were predicted and considered for performance evaluation and comparison.The outcomes proved that the injection of air and the bubbly flow creation in the heat exchanger’s hot side is an effective method to strengthen the DPHE performance.Moreover,the total heat transfer coefficient was enhanced by 41%in R-1,58.8%in R-2,and 40.1%in R-3 at 4 LPM of cold water.The optimal ring,which yielded the most improvement,was R-2,achieving a 65%improvement in NTU,with a maximum enhancement in effectiveness of 56%.
文摘This study involved numerical simulations of a double tube heat exchanger using the ANSYS FLUENT programversion 22.The study aims to examine methods for minimizing pressure loss and consequently enhancing the thermal performance index(TPI)of a heat exchanger fitted with wavy edge tape that is a heat recovery system(the hot air in simulation instead of t heat from the exhaust gases of the brick factory furnaces and return it to warm the heavy fuel oil by substituting the electrical heater with a heat exchanger to recuperate waste heat from the flue gases,so elevating the temperature of Heavy fuel oil(HFO)to inject from the roof nozzles of combustion chamber of the furnace furthermore reducing cost(by finding the optimal design of wavy edge tape))and energy consumption.Air was selected as the hot gas in the inner pipe instead of furnace exhaust gases due to their similar thermal characteristics.A numerical analysis was conducted to create a novel wavy edge tape with varying widths(50%Di,75%Di,and 95%Di),lengths(1000,1200,1400)mm,amplitudes(5,10,15)mm,and periods of wavy length(5,10,15)mm.The flow rate of the outer pipe fluid(oil)ranges from(0.06 to 0.1)kg/s,while the velocity of the hot fluid(air)varies from(1 to 27)m/s,Re_(air)(6957 to 187,837).The entrance temperature of the hot fluid can be either(200,225,and 250)℃.The study finds that wavy edge tape tubes are more effective than smooth tubes in terms of oil outlet temperature;results revealed that an increase in the oil mass flow rate leads to a decrease in the oil outlet temperature and an increase in the heat transfer rate,at the air temperature 250℃.Additionally,the results indicate that increasing the width,length,and amplitude also leads to an increase in the oil outlet temperature of(94-94.12)℃,the pressure drop of(568.3)Pa,and the Nusselt number(65.7-66.5)respectively on the oil side.Finally,the heat exchanger’s best thermal performance index was found by investigating temperature contour at amplitude(A=5),period(p=15),width(w=75%Di),and length(L=1200 mm).The values for these parameters are,in order(1.02,1.025,1.02,and 1.0077).
基金supported by the Funding for Scientific Research and Innovation Team of The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University(No.ZYCXTD2023007),China.
文摘Donors with a serum sodium concentration of>155 mmol/L are extended criteria donors for liver transplantation(LT).Elevated serum sodium of donors leads to an increased incidence of hepatic dysfunction in the early postoperative period of LT;however,the exact mechanism has not been reported.We constructed a Lewis rat model of 70%hepatic parenchymal area subjected to ischemia-reperfusion(I/R)with hypernatremia and a BRL-3A cell model of hypoxia-reoxygenation(H/R)with high-sodium(HS)culture medium precondition.To determine the degree of injury,biochemical analysis,histological analysis,and oxidative stress and apoptosis detection were performed.We applied specific inhibitors of the epithelial sodium channel(ENaC)and Na^(+)/Ca^(2+) exchanger(NCX)in vivo and in vitro to verify their roles in injury.Serum alanine aminotransferase(ALT),aspartate aminotransferase(AST),and lactate dehydrogenase(LDH)levels and the area of hepatic necrosis were significantly elevated in the HS+I/R group.Increased reactive oxygen species(ROS)production,myeloperoxidase(MPO)-positive cells,and aggravated cellular apoptosis were detected in the HS+I/R group.The HS+H/R group of BRL-3A cells showed significantly increased cellular apoptosis and ROS production compared to the H/R group.The application of amiloride(Amil),a specific inhibitor of ENaC,reduced ischemia-reperfusion injury(IRI)aggravated by HS both in vivo and in vitro,as evidenced by decreased serum transaminases,inflammatory cytokines,apoptosis,and oxidative stress.SN-6,a specific inhibitor of NCX,had a similar effect to Amil.In summary,hypernatremia aggravates hepatic IRI,which can be attenuated by pharmacological inhibition of ENaC orNCX.
文摘This paper presents a thermophysical study approach for a pure environmental control system(ECS),incorporating the geometric dimensions of heat exchangers,ram air duct,and air cycle machine(ACM)blades of the Sabreliner’s environmental control system.Real flight scenarios are simulated by considering flight input variables such as altitude,aircraft speed,compression ratio of the air cycle machine,and the mass flow rate of bleed air.The study evaluates the coefficient of performance(COP)of the environmental control system,the heat exchanger efficiencies,and the work distribution of the air cycle machine based on five flight scenarios,with a particular focus on considering the effects of humidity on environmental control system performance.The results demonstrate that at cruising altitude(11,000 m),air humidity conditions allow an increase in the COP of around 9.28%compared to dry conditions.Conversely,on land,humidity conditions reduce the performance by 4.26%compared to dry conditions.It was also found that the effects of humidity at high aircraft speeds become negligible.In general terms,the humidity conditions in the air proved to have positive effects on the environmental control system’s performance but negative effects on the heat exchanger efficiencies,reducing them by 0.22%.Additionally,land conditions reflect significant improvements in performance when the compression ratio of the air cycle machine is varied.Furthermore,in the work distribution of the air cycle machine,humidity conditions were demonstrated to consume 2.91%less work fromthe turbine compared to dry conditions.
