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This paper presents a theoretical model to predict time dependent film condensation heat transfer in 2-dimensional geometries for different channel shapes. Surface tensions, curvature induced pressures, gravitational forces and shear stresses at liquid-wall interfaces are taken into account. Local and mean heat transfer coefficients, liquid film thickness distribution and cross sectional void fraction are evaluated as a function of time. The predicted results for condensation of R134a vapor in a circular channel (1mm diameter), a square channel (1mm side), and an equilateral triangular channel (1mm side) are presented.
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Paper was presented on the Second International Topical Team Workshop on TWO-PHASE SYSTEMS FOR GROUND AND SPACE APPLICATIONS October 26–28, 2007, Kyoto, Japan.
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Nebuloni, S., Thome, J.R. Film condensation under normal and microgravity: Effect of channel shape. Microgravity Sci. Technol 19, 125–127 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02915772
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02915772