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Heat transfer enhancement in double pipe heat exchanger: exploring twisted tape inserts with dimple configuration

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The primary objective of this study is to conduct a practical investigation of heat transfer (HT) and friction factor (f) characteristics within a double pipe heat exchanger (DPHE) configured in a counter-flow arrangement. To achieve this, a novel approach involving twisted tape (TT) with dimple inserts accompanied by adjacent holes working fluid is water implemented. This dimples, characterized by their concave geometry, are strategically employed to augment the heat exchange process while concurrently mitigating any adverse impact on fluid pressure. A pivotal facet of this study centered on examining the influence of dimple diameter, as well as a consistent dimple-to-depth ratio (D/H), on both heat transfer efficiency and friction factor. The performance of TT inserts featuring diverse diameter (D) = 2, 4 and 6 mm is meticulously scrutinized in terms of their impact on heat transfer and friction factor characteristics. The outcomes of the study furnished intriguing insights. It is observed that the diameter of the dimples wielded a discernible encouragement on friction factor, revealing a direct correlation. The maximum rate of friction factor is recorded at a 2 mm dimple diameter configuration. When evaluating Nusselt number (Nu) and performance evaluation criteria (PEC), it is revealed that the most favorable results is achieved with the 4 mm dimple diameter configuration. Drawing upon these empirical findings, a significant conclusion can be drawn. Utilization of twisted tape inserts adorned at dimples is a practical, efficient and economically viable approach to heighten HT efficiency within heat exchangers. By optimizing dimple diameter and adhering to a consistent diameter-to-depth ratio, substantial improvements in HT capabilities can be harnessed without disproportionately compromising fluid pressure. This innovative methodology holds the potential to revolutionize heat exchanger design, offering an avenue to enhance HT efficiency with practical and cost-effective solutions.

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Abbreviations

L :

Length of twisted tape (m)

l :

Tube length of the experimental section (m)

d :

Diameter of inner tube (m)

T hi :

Inlet temperature of hot water (K)

T ho :

Outlet temperature of hot water (K)

T h :

Bulk temperature of hot water (K)

T ci :

Inlet temperature of cold water (K)

T co :

Outlet temperature of cold water (K)

T c :

Bulk temperature of cold water (K)

T w :

Average inner tube wall temperature (K)

U h :

Mean velocity of hot water (m s−1)

Δp :

Pressure drop (Pa)

V h :

Volume flow rate of hot water (m3 s−1)

V c :

Volume flow rate of cold water (m3 s−1)

ρ in :

Density of hot water at inlet temperature (kg m−3)

ρ h :

Density of hot water at bulk temperature (kg m−3)

C ph :

Specific heat capacity of hot water (J kg−1 K−1)

C pc :

Specific heat capacity of cold water (J kg−1 K−1)

υ :

Kinematic viscosity of hot water (m2 s−1)

K h :

Thermal conductivity of hot water (W m−1 K−1)

A :

Surface area of inner tube (m2)

h i :

Heat transfer coefficient (W m−2 K−1)

Q h :

Heat transfer rate released by hot water (W)

Q c :

Heat transfer rate absorbed by cold water (W)

Q :

Mean heat transfer rate (W)

Re:

Reynolds number

D :

Dimple diameter (m)

f :

Friction factor

H :

Depth of dimple (m)

Nu:

Nusselt number

PEC:

Performance evaluation criteria

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The authors are thankful to Dr. Jeet Prakash Sharma from School of Mechanical Engineering, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara-144411 Punjab, India and Dr. Bulbul Ongar, G.P. Kalimbetov from Satbayev University, Department of Power Engineering, 22a Satpaev str., Almaty, Kazakhstan for their valuable contribution in this paper.

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  3. Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Raipur, Chhatisgarh, 492010, India

    Prem Kumar Chaurasiya

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Heeraman, J., Sandeep, C. & Chaurasiya, P.K. Heat transfer enhancement in double pipe heat exchanger: exploring twisted tape inserts with dimple configuration. J Therm Anal Calorim (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10973-024-13200-w

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