The Convection Workbook Simplifying Calculations Josh Bryson and Russell Aldridge
The Convection Workbook2 Introduction Equations for convection calculations are lengthy and grotesque: Calculator errors are common and frustrating
The Convection Workbook3 Objectives Create a convection calculation tool that is: User friendly Applicable to all convection problems Eliminates calculation errors Increases understanding of the subject matter Integrates with the text and class notes
The Convection Workbook4 Program Requirements Analyze the following modes of convection heat transfer: Boiling Free Convection External Flow Internal Flow Laminar and Turbulent flow correlations Flow over a flat plate
The Convection Workbook5 The Solution
The Convection Workbook6 Features Attractive User friendly, intuitive interface Easy integration of property values –Link to properties calculator –Built in linear interpolator Problem reset button Includes PDF version of notes –Full sheets –Equation specific snapshots
The Convection Workbook7 Conclusions and Recommendations The Big Workbook of Convection: Excellent learning tool Assists in heavy hand calculations Helps solve convection heat transfer problems Should be used as a learning tool Should be integrated with the text and class notes
The Convection Workbook8 Thank You Questions