Heat Pipe Science and Technology, Second Edition

Heat Pipe Science and Technology, Second Edition by Dr. Amir Faghri Written to cover simple, intermediate, and advanced approaches to the theoretical and experimental analysis of heat pipes, this second edition emphasizes the physics and mathematics of heat pipes as well as the related technological and experimental issues. Reflecting the advancements in heat pipe science and technology, while still adhering to the fundamental principles, this second edition covers topics such as: Basic principles and applications of heat pipes Solid-liquid-vapor phenomena in heat pipes Steady-state characteristics of heat pipes Heat transport limitations of heat pipes Transient and frozen startup of heat pipes Two-phase closed thermosyphons Rotating and revolving heat pipes Variable conductance heat pipes Loop heat pipes and capillary pumped loops Micro and miniature heat pipes Pulsating and oscillating heat pipes Heat pipe heat exchangers and heat sinks Nonconventional heat pipes Special effects in heat pipes Heat pipe design, testing, and manufacturing