Abstract
This work is a study on the effect a vertical partition has on steady-state natural convection in air-filled rectangular enclosures. A finite difference scheme was used to solve the governing equations. Computed Nusselt numbers are presented as a func tion of the governing parameters. It was found that placing a partition midway be tween the vertical walls of an enclosure produces the greatest reduction in heat trans fer and often compares favorably with fully insulating the enclosure with a porous material.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 189-196 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | Journal of Thermal Envelope and Building Science |
| Volume | 10 |
| Issue number | 3 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 1987 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Fluid Flow and Transfer Processes