Abstract:The permeability of mesh wicks is important for various applications, including two‐phase heat transfer. However, the understanding of the permeability of single‐layer, free‐standing mesh wicks, with liquid–gas interfaces on both sides, is limited. A novel and simpler method is presented to determine the permeability of a free‐standing wick and apply it to a representative mesh. This method involves modifying the capillary pressure via elevation and simultaneously measuring the permeability to determine the pe… Show more
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