Dimensional Analysis for Heat Exchanger Fouling: A Finite Element Study
Farhana Desai
Corresponding
Bangladesh Institute of Technology, Rajshahi
Tanvir Zhang
University of Tokyo
Abdul Iyer
University of Roorkee
Abstract
For countries such as Bangladesh, the management of heat exchanger fouling in process control loops carries substantial economic implications. A computer program implementing dimensional analysis was written to carry out the extensive calculations required. A reduction of 8% in energy consumption was recorded under optimum operating conditions. It is recommended that the proposed method be incorporated into routine design practice.
Keywords:
heat exchanger foulingdimensional analysispower factorbiogaswind energysoil mechanics
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