Mathematical optimisation: Design of optimal micro heat sinks: Optimisation of Microchannels and Micropin-fin Heat Sinks with CFD in Combination with an Optimisation Algorithm

Ighalo, Fervent

ISBN 10: 3845442263 / ISBN 13: 9783845442266

Published by LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2011

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Mathematical optimisation: Design of optimal micro heat sinks: Optimisation of Microchannels and Micropin-fin Heat Sinks with CFD in Combination with an Optimisation Algorithm
• Publisher: LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3845442263
• ISBN 13: 9783845442266
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Like New
• Book Type: book

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Synopsis

In this work, a design methodology which combines CFD with a mathematical optimisation algorithm (a leapfrog optimisation program and DYNAMIC-Q algorithm) is proposed. This automated process is applied to three design cases. In the first design case, the peak wall temperature of a microchannel embedded in a highly conductive solid is minimised. The second case involves the optimisation of a double row micropin-fin heat sink. In this case, the objective is to maximise the total rate of heat transfer with the effect of the thermal conductivity also being investigated. The third case extends the micropin-fin optimisation to a heat sink with three rows. In all three cases, fixed volume constraint and manufacturing restraints are enforced to ensure industrial applicability. Lastly, the trends of the three cases are compared. It is concluded that optimal design can be achieved with a combination of CFD and mathematical optimisation.

About the Author

Fervent Urebho Ighalo was born in Nigeria and was raised in a family of five. He immigrated to South Africa in 2002 where he obtained his secondary. Bachelors and Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering. Fervent is currently a registered practicing Mechanical Engineer in South Africa.