Modelling the performance of the tapered artery heat pipe design for use in the radiator of the solar dynamic power system of the NASA Space StationThe paper presents a computer program developed to model the steady-state performance of the tapered artery heat pipe for use in the radiator of the solar dynamic power system of the NASA Space Station. The program solves six governing equations to ascertain which one is limiting the maximum heat transfer rate of the heat pipe. The present model appeared to be slightly better than the LTV model in matching the 1-g data for the standard 15-ft test heat pipe.
Document ID
19880068134
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Evans, Austin Lewis (Cleveland State University OH, United States)