Enhancing Heat Transfer Efficiency: A Numerical Investigation of Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger With Variable Angular Baffles for Minimizing Overall Fuel Consumption

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Authors

  • Subhendu Bhattacharyay
     Research Scholar, Indian Maritime University, Kolkata - 700088 ,IN
  • Kalyan Mitra
     Professor, Indian Maritime University, Kolkata - 700088 ,IN
  • Prasun Dutta
     Assistant Profesor, Adamas University, Kolkata - 700126 ,IN
  • Soodipa Chakraborty
     Assistant Profesor, Adamas University, Kolkata - 700126 ,IN
  • Himadri Chattopadhyay
     Profesor, Jadavpur University, Kolkata - 700032 ,IN

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18311/jmmf/2023/36043

Keywords:

k - ɛ Turbulence Model, Numerical Study, Optimization in Fuel Consumption, Segmental Baffle, Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger

Abstract

This study presents a comprehensive numerical investigation on the enhancement of heat transfer efficiency in a shell and tube heat exchanger employing variable angular baffles. The research focuses on minimizing overall fuel consumption through the optimization of heat exchange processes. Various angular configurations of baffles are systematically analyzed to identify the most effective design for improving thermal performance. ANSYS Fluent, a commercial CFD code, resolves shell and tube flow and temperature fields using the finite volume approach. By solving RANS equations, k-ɛ turbulence models resolve turbulent flow fields. Before running simulations for the current investigation, mesh independency studies cross-check numerical models for grid dependency and validate them with earlier studies. The numerical simulations reveal insights into the impact of different baffle arrangements on heat transfer characteristics, facilitating the development of energy-efficient heat exchangers. The findings contribute valuable knowledge to the field of thermal engineering, offering potential solutions for reducing overall fuel consumption in industrial applications.

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2023-11-30

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Bhattacharyay, S., Mitra, K., Dutta, P., Chakraborty, S., & Chattopadhyay, H. (2023). Enhancing Heat Transfer Efficiency: A Numerical Investigation of Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger With Variable Angular Baffles for Minimizing Overall Fuel Consumption. Journal of Mines, Metals and Fuels, 71(11), 2132–2142. https://doi.org/10.18311/jmmf/2023/36043

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Volume 71, Issue 11, November 2023

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