Spiral Heat Exchanger CFD Simulation

Explore the specialized world of spiral heat exchangers with this ANSYS Fluent CFD simulation tutorial. This module focuses on a compact and efficient heat exchanger design that plays a unique role in various heat transfer applications.

Key aspects covered: • Understanding the pre-configured spiral heat exchanger model • Analyzing the distinctive counter-current flow patterns in spiral channels • Implementing appropriate boundary conditions for hot and cold fluid streams • Configuring ANSYS Fluent for thermal-fluid simulations in spiral geometries • Investigating temperature distributions, pressure drops, and velocity profiles in curved channels • Evaluating the performance characteristics of spiral heat exchangers • Interpreting results to understand the advantages of spiral designs

Through guided simulations using pre-set models, you’ll gain insights into the fluid dynamics and heat transfer mechanisms within spiral heat exchangers. This tutorial equips you with the skills to analyze and optimize these specialized heat transfer devices.

By the end of this module, you’ll understand how CFD can be used to evaluate the performance of spiral heat exchangers, including their compact design and efficient heat transfer capabilities. This knowledge is valuable for engineers working with specialized heat transfer applications.