Efficient optimization of recuperator design for aero engine applications

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Machine Dynamics Laboratory, Egnatia Street, 54124, Thessaloniki, Greece Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Laboratory of Fluid Mechanics and Turbomachinery, Egnatia Street, 54124, Thessaloniki, Greece Democritus University of Thrace, Department of Production and Management Engineering, Laboratory of Fluid Mechanics and Hydrodynamic Machines, Xanthi, 67100, Greece Technological Educational Institute of Central Macedonia, Department of Mechanical Engineering TE, Terma Magnesias 62124 Serres, Greece MTU Aero Engines AG, Dachauer Strasse 665, Munich, Germany Centre of Research and Technology-Hellas, 6th klm. Harilaou-Thermis Rd, 57001, Thermi Thessaloniki, Greece zinonv@eng.auth.gr