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Title: Perturbation solution for a nonthermal equilibrium fluid flow through a three-dimensional sensible heat storage packed bed

Journal Article · · Journal of Heat Transfer
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2825881· OSTI ID:405328
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  1. Mechanical Engineering Research Inst., Moscow (Russian Federation)

The step response of a three-dimensional porous packed bed in nonthermal equilibrium is considered. The analytical solution for the problem is obtained by using the perturbation technique. It is shown that the temperature difference between the solid and fluid phases forms a thermocline. This thermocline has a local maximum and its amplitude decreases while the thermocline propagates downstream. 16 refs., 1 fig.

Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
OSTI ID:
405328
Journal Information:
Journal of Heat Transfer, Vol. 118, Issue 2; Other Information: PBD: May 1996
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English