Abstract:The present study utilizes a density-based topology optimization method to design a serpentine channel under turbulent flow, solving a high pressure loss issue and enhancing heat transfer capability. In the topology optimization, the k–ε turbulence model is modified by adding penalization terms to reveal turbulence effects. Heat transfer modeling is included by setting the modified energy equation with additional terms related to topology optimization. The main objective is to minimize pressure loss while rest… Show more
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