#PDF #paper on using multi-objective #topology-optimization for #metamaterials (“finite periodic structures”) for things like stiff heatsinks (solid #heat-exchangers). Cool pictures. #toread
on 02016-09-20countercurrent #heat-exchangers called recuperators are commonly used to recover 70-80% of the exhaust heat to preheat incoming air and fuel in metallurgical furnaces, heat engines including microturbines, and also in #Gelbart’s uniflow #steam-engine. #mecheng
on 02015-08-14