Innovations in pulsating heat pipes: From origins to future perspectives

Abstract

Since the early 1990s, the pulsating heat pipe (PHP) has emerged as one of the most innovative, effective and potentially more convenient passive two-phase heat transfer systems, thanks to its good performance, versatility, and construction simplicity. On the other hand, the PHP is characterized by complex thermohydraulic behaviour that still presents a true challenge to designers, which has led to significant interest by a growing number of researchers.