Abstract
Instability of the condensate film in a small-diameter-tube condenser was investigated by using an integro-differential approach. The disturbance wave parameters were predicted based on the characteristic equation derived in this study, and the results were in good agreement with the available experimental data reported in the literature. Capillary blocking taking place in a small-diameter-thermosyphon condenser was also examined. The proposed mechanism for capillary blocking reasonably explains the observed two-phase-flow phenomena during formation of capillary blocking.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
