CFD modeling of convection heat transfer using 1.7 MHz and 24 kHz ultrasonic waves: a comparative study

Abstract The effects of 24 kHz and 1.7 MHz ultrasonic waves on heat transfer from a thin platinum wire are investigated. The results revealed that the 1.7 MHz ultrasound waves could increase the heat transfer rate more efficiently than the lower frequency one. The CFD modeling of ultrasonication was performed to compare heat transfer, predict fluid flow patterns. The CFD results were validated by the experimental results with an excellent agreement.

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