Chapter 9

PROBLEM 9.
1
KNOWN: Tabulated values of density for water and definition of the volumetric thermal
expansion coefficient, β.
FIND: Value of the volumetric expansion coefficient at 300K; compare with tabulated
values.
-3 3 3
PROPERTIES: Table A-6, Water (300K): ρ = 1/vf = 1/1.003 × 10 m /kg = 997.0 kg/m ,
-6 -1 -3 3 3
β = 276.1 × 10 K ; (295K): ρ = 1/vf = 1/1.002 × 10 m /kg = 998.0 kg/m ; (305K): ρ =
-3 3 3
1/vf = 1/1.005 × 10 m /kg = 995.0 kg/m .
ANALYSIS: The volumetric expansion coefficient is defined by Eq. 9.4 as
1 ⎛ ∂ρ ⎞
β =−
ρ ⎜⎝ ∂ T ⎟⎠p
.
The density change with temperature at constant pressure can be estimated as
⎛ ∂ρ ⎞ ⎛ ρ1 − ρ 2 ⎞
⎜ ⎟ ≈⎜ ⎟
⎝ ∂ T ⎠p ⎝ T1 − T2 ⎠p
where the subscripts (1,2) denote the property values just above and below, respectively, the
condition for T = 300K denoted by the subscript (o). That is,
1 ⎛ ρ1 − ρ 2 ⎞
βo ≈ − ⎜ ⎟ .
ρo ⎝ T1 − T2 ⎠p
Substituting numerical values, find
βo ≈
−1 ( 995.0 − 998.0 ) kg/m3 = 300.9 ×10−6 K −1. <
997.0 kg/m3 ( 305 − 295) K
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Compare this value with the tabulation, β = 276.1 × 10 K , to find our estimate is 8.7%
high.
COMMENTS: (1) The poor agreement between our estimate and the tabulated value is due
to the poor precision with which the density change with temperature is estimated. The
tabulated values of β were determined from accurate equation of state data.
(2) Note that β is negative for T < 275K. Why? What is the implication for free convection?
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PROBLEM 9.2
KNOWN: Relation for the Rayleigh number.
FIND: Rayleigh number for four fluids for prescribed conditions.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Perfect gas behavior for specified gases.

-6 2 -6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (400K, 1 atm): ν = 26.41 × 10 m /s, α = 38.3 × 10 m /s, β = 1/T
-3 -1 -6 2 -6
= 1/400K = 2.50 × 10 K ; Table A-4, Helium (400K, 1 atm): ν = 199 × 10 m /s, α = 295 × 10
2 -3 -1 -6 2
m /s, β = 1/T = 2.50 × 10 K ; Table A-5, Glycerin (12°C = 285K): ν = 2830 × 10 m /s, α =
-7 2 -3 -1
0.964 × 10 m /s, β = 0.475 × 10 K ; Table A-6, Water (37°C = 310K, sat. liq.): ν = µf vf = 695×
-6 2 -3 3 -6 2 -3
10 N⋅s/m × 1.007 × 10 m /kg = 0.700 × 10 m /s, α = kf vf/cp,f = 0.628 W/m⋅K × 1.007 × 10
3 -6 2 -6 -1
m /kg/4178 J/kg⋅K = 0.151 × 10 m /s, βf = 361.9 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: The Rayleigh number, a dimensionless parameter used in free convection analysis, is
defined as the product of the Grashof and Prandtl numbers.
gβ∆TL3 µ cp gβ∆TL3 (νρ ) cp gβ∆TL3
Ra L ≡ Gr ⋅ Pr = = ⋅ =
ν 2 k ν 2 k να
where α = k/ρcp and ν = µ/ρ. The numerical values for the four fluids follow:
Air (400K, 1 atm)
Ra L = 9.8m/s 2 (1/400K ) 30K ( 0.01m ) / 26.41× 10−6 m 2 / s × 38.3 × 10−6 m 2 / s = 727
3 <
Helium (400K, 1 atm)
Ra L = 9.8m/s 2 (1/ 400K ) 30K ( 0.01m ) /199 × 10−6 m 2 / s × 295 × 10−6 m 2 / s = 12.5
3 <
Glycerin (285K)
Ra L = 9.8m/s
2
( 0.475 × 10
−3 − 1
K ) 3 −6 2 −7 2
30K ( 0.01m ) / 2830 × 10 m / s × 0.964 × 10 m / s = 512 <
Water (310K)
Ra L = 9.8m/s
2
( 0.362 × 10
−3 − 1
K ) 3 −6 2 −6 2
30K ( 0.01m ) / 0.700 × 10 m / s × 0.151 × 10 m / s = 1.01 × 10 .
6
<
COMMENTS: (1) Note the wide variation in values of Ra for the four fluids. A large value of Ra
implies enhanced free convection, however, other properties affect the value of the heat transfer
coefficient.
PROBLEM 9.3
KNOWN: Form of the Nusselt number correlation for natural convection and fluid properties.
FIND: Expression for figure of merit FN and values for air, water and a dielectric liquid.
-1 -5 2
PROPERTIES: Prescribed. Air: k = 0.026 W/m⋅K, β = 0.0035 K , ν = 1.5 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.70.
-4 -1 -6 2
Water: k = 0.600 W/m⋅K, β = 2.7 × 10 K , ν = 10 m /s, Pr = 5.0. Dielectric liquid: k = 0.064
-1 -6 2
W/m⋅K, β = 0.0014 K , ν = 10 m /s, Pr = 25
ANALYSIS: With Nu L ~ R a n , the convection coefficient may be expressed as
( )
n
k ⎛ gβ∆TL3 ⎞
n g∆TL3 ⎛ kβn ⎞
h~ ⎜ ⎟ ~ ⎜ ⎟
L ⎜⎝ αν ⎟
⎠ L ⎜ α nν n
⎝
⎟
⎠
The figure of merit is therefore
kβn
FN = <
α nν n
and for the three fluids, with n = 0.33 and α = ν / Pr ,
(
FN W ⋅ s 2 / 3 / m7 / 3 ⋅ K 4 / 3 ) Air
5.8
Water Dielectric
663 209
<
Water is clearly the superior heat transfer fluid, while air is the least effective.
COMMENTS: The figure of merit indicates that heat transfer is enhanced by fluids of large k, large
β and small values of α and ν.
PROBLEM 9.4
KNOWN: Temperature and pressure of air in a free convection application.
FIND: Figure of merit for T = 27°C and P = 1, 10 and 100 bar.
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Ideal gas, (2) Thermal conductivity, dynamic viscosity and specific heat
are independent of pressure.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air: (Tf = 300 K, p = 1 atm): k = 0.0263 W/m⋅K, cp = 1007 J/kg⋅K,
ν = 15.89 × 10-6 m2/s, α = 22.5 × 10-6 m2/s.
ANALYSIS: With Nu L ∼ Ra n , the convection coefficient may be expressed as
( )
n
k ⎛ gβ∆TL3 ⎞ g∆ΤL
3
⎛ kβ n ⎞
h∼ ⎜ ⎟∼ ⎜⎜ n n ⎟⎟
L ⎜⎝ αν ⎟⎠ L ⎝α ν ⎠
kβ n
and the figure of merit is FN = .
α nν n
For an ideal gas, β = 1/T. The thermal diffusivity is α = k/ρcp. Since k and cp are independent of
pressure, and the density is proportional to pressure for an ideal gas, α ∝ 1/p. The kinematic
viscosity is ν = µ/ρ. Therefore, for an ideal gas, ν ∝ 1/p. Thus, the properties and the figure of
merit, using n = 0.33, at the three pressures are
p = 1 bar = 1 × 105 N/m2 p = 10 bar p = 100 bar
β = 1/300 K-1 β = 1/300 K-1 β = 1/300 K-1

k = 0.0263 W/m⋅K k = 0.0263 W/m⋅K k = 0.0263 W/m⋅K
⎛ 1.0133 ⎞ ⎛ 1.0133 ⎞ ⎛ 1.0133 ⎞

α = 22.5 × 10-6 m2 /s × ⎜ ⎟ α = 22.5 × 10 m /s × ⎜
-6 2
⎟ α = 22.5 × 10 m /s × ⎜
-6 2
⎟
⎝ 1 ⎠ ⎝ 10 ⎠ ⎝ 100 ⎠
= 2.28 × 10-5 m2/s = 2.28 × 10-6 m2/s = 2.28 × 10-7 m2/s
⎛ 1.0133 ⎞ ⎛ 1.0133 ⎞ ⎛ 1.0133 ⎞
ν = 1.589 × 10-5 m2 /s × ⎜ ⎟ ν = 1.589 × 10 m /s × ⎜
-5 2
⎟ ν = 1.589 × 10 m /s × ⎜
-5 2
⎟
⎝ 1 ⎠ ⎝ 10 ⎠ ⎝ 100 ⎠
= 1.610 × 10-5 m2/s = 1.610 × 10-6 m2/s = 1.610 × 10-7 m2/s
0.0263 W/m ⋅ K × (1/300K)0.33

Therefore, for P = 1 bar, FN = = 5.20. Similarly, for
(2.28 × 10−5 m 2 /s)0.33 × (1.61 × 10-5m 2 /s)0.33
P = 10 bar, FN = 23.78 while for P = 100 bar, FN = 108.7. <
COMMENT: The efficacy of natural convection cooling within sealed enclosures can be
increased significantly by increasing the pressure of the gas.
PROBLEM 9.5
KNOWN: Heat transfer rate by convection from a vertical surface, 1m high by 0.6m wide, to
quiescent air that is 20K cooler.
FIND: Ratio of the heat transfer rate for the above case to that for a vertical surface that is 0.6m high
by 1m wide with quiescent air that is 20K warmer.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Thermophysical properties independent of temperature; evaluate at 300K; (2)

Negligible radiation exchange with surroundings, (3) Quiescent ambient air.
-6 2 -6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (300K, 1 atm): ν = 15.89 × 10 m /s, α = 22.5 × 10 m /s.
ANALYSIS: The rate equation for convection between the plates and quiescent air is
q = h L A s ∆T (1)
where ∆T is either (Ts - T∞) or (T∞ - Ts); for both cases, As = Lw. The desired heat transfer ratio is
then
q1 h L1
= . (2)
q 2 h L2
To determine the dependence of h L on geometry, first calculate the Rayleigh number,
Ra L = g β ∆ TL3 / να (3)
and substituting property values at 300K, find,
2 3 -6 2 -6 2 9
Case 1: RaL1 = 9.8 m/s (1/300K) 20K (1m) /15.89 × 10 m /s × 22.5 × 10 m /s = 1.82 × 10
3 4 3 8
Case 2: RaL2 = RaL1 (L2/L1) = 1.82 ×10 (0.6m/1.0m) = 3.94 × 10 .
Hence, Case 1 is turbulent and Case 2 is laminar. Using the correlation of Eq. 9.24,
h L k
Nu L = L = C ( Ra L )
n n
hL = C Ra L (4)
k L
where for Case 1: C1 = 0.10, n1 = 1/3 and for Case 2: C2 = 0.59, n2 = 1/4. Substituting Eq. (4) into
the ratio of Eq. (2) with numerical values, find
( )
n1 1/ 3
q1 ( C1 / L1 ) Ra L1 ( 0.10 /1m ) 1.82 ×109
= = = 0.881 <
( )
q2 n2 1/ 4
( C2 / L2 ) Ra L2 ( 0.59 / 0.6m ) 3.94 ×108
COMMENTS: Is this result to be expected? How do you explain this effect of plate orientation on
the heat rates?
PROBLEM 9.6
KNOWN: Large vertical plate with uniform surface temperature of 130°C suspended in quiescent air
at 25°C and atmospheric pressure.
FIND: (a) Boundary layer thickness at 0.25 m from lower edge, (b) Maximum velocity in boundary
layer at this location and position of maximum, (c) Heat transfer coefficient at this location, (d)
Location where boundary layer becomes turbulent.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Isothermal, vertical surface in an extensive, quiescent medium, (2) Boundary
layer assumptions valid.
(
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air Tf = ( Ts + T∞ ) / 2 = 350K, 1 atm : ν = 20.92 × 10 m /s, k =
-6 2
)
0.030 W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.700.
ANALYSIS: (a) From the similarity solution results, Fig. 9.4 (see above right), the boundary layer
thickness corresponds to a value of η ≈ 5. From Eqs. 9.13 and 9.12,
−1/ 4
y = η x ( Grx / 4 ) (1)
( )
2
(130 − 25 ) K x 3 / 20.92 × 10−6 m 2 / s = 6.718 × 109 x 3 (2)
m 1
Grx = gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) x / ν = 9.8 ×
3 2
2 350K
s
−1/ 4
y ≈ 5 ( 0.25m ) ⎛⎜ 6.718 × 109 ( 0.25 ) / 4 ⎞⎟ = 1.746 × 10−2 m = 17.5 mm.
3 (3) <
⎝ ⎠
(b) From the similarity solution shown above, the maximum velocity occurs at η ≈ 1 with
f ′ (η ) = 0.275. From Eq.9.15, find
2ν 1/2 2 × 20.92 ×10−6 m 2 / s ⎛ 3⎞

1/ 2
u= Grx f (η ) =
′ ⎜ 6.718 ×10 ( 0.25 ) ⎟
9 × 0.275 = 0.47 m/s. <
x 0.25m ⎝ ⎠
The maximum velocity occurs at a value of η = 1; using Eq. (3), it follows that this corresponds to a
position in the boundary layer given as
ymax = 1/ 5 (17.5 mm ) = 3.5 mm. <
(c) From Eq. 9.19, the local heat transfer coefficient at x = 0.25 m is
1/ 4
Nu x = h x x/k = ( Grx / 4 ) g ( Pr ) = ⎛⎜ 6.718 × 109 ( 0.25 ) / 4 ⎞⎟
1/ 4 3
0.50 = 35.7
⎝ ⎠
h x = Nu x k/x = 35.7 × 0.030 W/m ⋅ K/0.25 m = 4.3 W/m2 ⋅ K. <
The value for g(Pr) is determined from Eq. 9.20 with Pr = 0.700.
(d) According to Eq. 9.23, the boundary layer becomes turbulent at xc given as
1/ 3
Ra x,c = Grx,c Pr ≈ 109 x c ≈ ⎡109 / 6.718 × 109 ( 0.700 ) ⎤ = 0.60 m. <
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
COMMENTS: Note that β = 1/Tf is a suitable approximation for air.
PROBLEM 9.7
KNOWN: Thin, vertical plates of length 0.15m at 54°C being cooled in a water bath at 20°C.
FIND: Minimum spacing between plates such that no interference will occur between free-convection
boundary layers.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (a) Water in bath is quiescent, (b) Plates are at uniform temperature.
PROPERTIES: Table A-6, Water (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = (54 + 20)°C/2 = 310K): ρ = 1/vf = 993.05
3 -6 2 -7 2 -6 -1
kg/m , µ = 695 ×10 N⋅s/m , ν = µ/ρ = 6.998 × 10 m /s, Pr = 4.62, β = 361.9 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: The minimum separation distance will be twice the thickness of the boundary layer at
the trailing edge where x = 0.15m. Assuming laminar, free convection boundary layer conditions, the
similarity parameter, η, given by Eq. 9.13, is
y
η= ( Grx / 4 )1/ 4
x
where y is measured normal to the plate (see
Fig. 9.3). According to Fig. 9.4, the boundary
layer thickness occurs at a value η ≈ 5.
It follows then that,
−1/ 4
y bl = η x ( Grx / 4 )
g β ( Ts − T∞ ) x3
where Grx =
ν2
( )
2
Grx = 9.8 m/s 2 × 361.9 × 10−6 K −1 ( 54 − 20 ) K × ( 0.15m ) / 6.998 × 10−7 m 2 / s = 8.310 × 108.
3
<
( )
−1/ 4
Hence, y bl = 5 × 0.15m 8.310 ×108 / 4 = 6.247 × 10−3 m = 6.3 mm
and the minimum separation is
d = 2 ybl = 2 × 6.3 mm = 12.6 mm. <

COMMENTS: According to Eq. 9.23, the critical Grashof number for the onset of turbulent
9
conditions in the boundary layer is Grx,c Pr ≈ 10 . For the conditions above, Grx Pr = 8.31 ×
8 9
10 × 4.62 = 3.8 × 10 . We conclude that the boundary layer is indeed turbulent at x = 0.15m
and our calculation is only an estimate which is likely to be low. Therefore, the plate
separation should be greater than 12.6 mm.
PROBLEM 9.8
KNOWN: Square aluminum plate at 15°C suspended in quiescent air at 40°C.
FIND: Average heat transfer coefficient by two methods – using results of boundary layer similarity
and results from an empirical correlation.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Uniform plate surface temperature, (2) Quiescent room air, (3) Surface
radiation exchange with surroundings negligible, (4) Perfect gas behavior for air, β = 1/Tf.
-6
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = (40 +15)°C/2 = 300K, 1 atm): ν = 15.89 × 10
2 -6 2
m /s, k = 0.0263 W/m⋅K, α = 22.5 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.707.
ANALYSIS: Calculate the Rayleigh number to determine the boundary layer flow conditions,
Ra L = g β ∆T L3 / ν α
Ra L = 9.8 m/s
2
(1 / 300K ) ( 40 − 15 ) °C ( 0.2m )3 / (
15.89 × 10
−6 2
m /s )( 22.5 × 10
−6 2
)
m / s = 1.827 × 10
7
9
where β = 1/Tf and ∆T = T∞ - Ts. Since RaL < 10 , the flow is laminar and the similarity solution of
Section 9.4 is applicable. From Eqs. 9.21 and 9.20,
h L 4
Nu L = L = ( GrL / 4 )1/ 4 g ( Pr )
k 3
0.75 Pr1/2
g ( Pr ) =
1/ 4
⎡ 0.609 + 1.221 Pr1/2 + 1.238 Pr ⎤
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
and substituting numerical values with GrL = RaL/Pr, find
1/ 4
g ( Pr ) = 0.75 ( 0.707 )1/ 2 / ⎡ 0.609 + 1.22 ( 0.707 )1/ 2 + 1.238 × 0.707 ⎤ = 0.501
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
1/ 4
⎛ 0.0263 W/m ⋅ K ⎞ 4 ⎛⎜ 1.827 × 10 / 0.707 ⎞⎟
7
hL = ⎜ ×
⎟ ⎜ × 0.501 = 4.42 W/m 2 ⋅ K. <
⎝ 0.20m ⎠ 3⎝ 4 ⎟
⎠
The appropriate empirical correlation for estimating h L is given by Eq. 9.27,
hL L 0.670 Ra1/4
L
Nu L = = 0.68 +
k 4/9
⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
⎡
( )
1/ 4 4/9⎤
h L = ( 0.0263 W/m ⋅ K/0.20m ) ⎢ 0.68 + 0.670 1.827 × 107 / ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.707 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎥
⎢⎣ ⎢⎣ ⎦⎥ ⎥⎦
h L = 4.51 W/m 2 i K. <
COMMENTS: The agreement of h L calculated by these two methods is excellent. Using the
Churchill-Chu correlation, Eq. 9.26, find h L = 4.87 W/m ⋅ K. This relation is not the most accurate
for the laminar regime, but is suitable for both laminar and turbulent regions.
PROBLEM 9.9
KNOWN: Dimensions of vertical rectangular fins. Temperature of fins and quiescent air.
FIND: (a) Optimum fin spacing, (b) Rate of heat transfer from an array of fins at the optimal spacing.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Fins are isothermal, (2) Radiation effects are negligible, (3) Air is quiescent.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = 325K, 1 atm): ν = 18.41 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0282 W/m⋅K, Pr =
0.703.
ANALYSIS: (a) If fins are too close, boundary layers on adjoining surfaces will coalesce and heat
transfer will decrease. If fins are too far apart, the surface area becomes too small and heat transfer
decreases. Sop ≈ δx=H. From Fig. 9.4, the edge of boundary layer corresponds to
η = (δ / H ) ( GrH / 4 )1/ 4 ≈ 5.
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) H3 9.8 m/s2 (1/ 325K ) 50K ( 0.15m )3
Hence, GrH = = = 1.5 × 107
( )
ν 2 2
18.41×10−6 m 2 / s
( )
1/ 4
δ ( H ) = 5 ( 0.15m ) / 1.5 ×107 / 4 = 0.017m = 17mm Sop ≈ 34mm. <
(b) The number of fins N can be found as
( )
N = W/ Sop + t = 355 / 35.5 = 10
and the rate is q = 2 N h ( H ⋅ L ) ( Ts − T∞ ) .

For laminar flow conditions
4/9
⎡1 + 0.492 / Pr 9 /16 ⎤
Nu H = 0.68 + 0.67 Ra1/4
L ⎣⎢/ ( )
⎦⎥
( )
1/ 4 ⎡ 4/9
9 /16 ⎤
Nu H = 0.68 + 0.67 1.5 × 107 × 0.703 / 1 + ( 0.492 / 0.703) = 30
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
h = k Nu H / H = 0.0282 W/m ⋅ K ( 30 ) / 0.15 m = 5.6 W/m 2 ⋅ K
q = 2 (10 ) 5.6 W/m 2 ⋅ K ( 0.15m × 0.02m ) ( 350 − 300 ) K = 16.8 W. <

COMMENTS: Part (a) result is a conservative estimate of the optimum spacing. The increase in area
resulting from a further reduction in S would more than compensate for the effect of fluid entrapment
due to boundary layer merger. From a more rigorous treatment (see Section 9.7.1), Sop ≈ 10 mm is
obtained for the prescribed conditions.
PROBLEM 9.10
KNOWN: Interior air and wall temperatures; wall height.
FIND: (a) Average heat transfer coefficient when T∞ = 20°C and Ts = 10°C, (b) Average heat
transfer coefficient when T∞ = 27°C and Ts = 37°C.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (a) Wall is at a uniform temperature, (b) Room air is quiescent.

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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = 288K, 1 atm): β = 1/Tf = 3.472 × 10 K , ν = 14.82 × 10
2 -6 2
m /s, k = 0.0253 W/m⋅K, α = 20.9 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.710; (Tf = 305K, 1 atm): β = 1/Tf = 3.279 ×
-3 -1 -6 2 -6 2
10 K , ν = 16.39 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0267 W/m⋅K, α = 23.2 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.706.
ANALYSIS: The appropriate correlation for the average heat transfer coefficient for free convection
on a vertical wall is Eq. 9.26.
2
⎧ ⎫
hL ⎪ 0.387 Ra L
0.1667 ⎪
Nu L = = ⎨0.825 + ⎬
0.296
k ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )0.563 ⎤ ⎪
⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎭
3
where RaL = g β ∆T L /να, Eq. 9.25, with ∆T = Ts - T∞ or T∞ - Ts.
(a) Substituting numerical values typical of winter conditions gives
−3 −1
9.8 m/s × 3.472 × 10 K ( 20 − 10 ) K ( 2.5m )
2 3
10
Ra L = = 1.711 × 10
−6 2 -6 2
14.82 × 10 m / s × 20.96 × 10 m / s
( )
2
⎧ 10 0.1667 ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 1.711 × 10 ⎪⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + ⎬ = 299.6.
0.296
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.710 )0.563 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎪⎭
Hence, h = Nu L k/L = 299.6 ( 0.0253 W/m ⋅ K ) / 2.5m = 3.03 W/m 2 ⋅ K. <
(b) Substituting numerical values typical of summer conditions gives
−3 −1
9.8 m/s × 3.279 × 10 K ( 37 − 27 ) K ( 2.5 m )
2 3
10
Ra L = = 1.320 × 10
−6 2 −6 2
23.2 × 10 m / s × 16.39 × 10 m / s
2
⎧
( )
0.1667 ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 1.320 × 1010 ⎪⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + ⎬ = 275.8.
0.296
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.706 )0.563 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
Hence, 2
h = Nu L k/L = 275.8 × 0.0267 W/m ⋅ K/2.5m = 2.94 W/m ⋅ K. <
COMMENTS: There is a small influence due to Tf on h for these conditions. We should expect
radiation effects to be important with such low values of h.
PROBLEM 9.11
KNOWN: Vertical plate experiencing free convection with quiescent air at atmospheric
pressure and film temperature 400 K.
FIND: Form of correlation for average heat transfer coefficient in terms of ∆T and
characteristic length.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Air is extensive, quiescent medium, (2) Perfect gas behavior.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-6, Air (Tf = 400K, 1 atm): ν = 26.41 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0338
-6 2
W/m⋅K, α = 38.3 × 10 m /s.
ANALYSIS: Consider the correlation having the form of Eq. 9.24 with RaL defined by Eq.
9.25.
Nu L = h L L/k = CRa n
L (1)
where
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) L3 9.8 m/s 2 (1/ 400 K ) ∆T ⋅ L3

Ra L = = = 2.422 × 107 ∆T ⋅ L3. (2)
να −6 2 − 6
26.41× 10 m / s × 38.3 × 10 m / s 2
Combining Eqs. (1) and (2),
n = 0.0338 W/m ⋅ K C 2.422 ×107 ∆TL3 n .

h L = ( k/L ) CRa L
L ( ) (3)
4 9
From Fig. 9.6, note that for laminar boundary layer conditions, 10 < RaL < 10 , C = 0.59 and
n = 1/4. Using Eq. (3),
( )
⎡ 1/ 4 ⎤ ⎛ ∆T ⎞
1/ 4
h = 1.40 ⎢ L−1 ∆T ⋅ L3 ⎥ = 1.40 ⎜ ⎟ <
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎝ L ⎠
9 13
For turbulent conditions in the range 10 < RaL < 10 , C = 0.10 and n = 1/3. Using Eq. (3),
( )
⎡ 1/ 3 ⎤
h L = 0.98 ⎢ L−1 ∆T ⋅ L3 1/3
⎥ = 0.98∆T . <
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
COMMENTS: Note the dependence of the average heat transfer coefficient on ∆T and L for
laminar and turbulent conditions. The characteristic length L does not influence h L for
turbulent conditions.
PROBLEM 9.12
KNOWN: Temperature dependence of free convection coefficient, h = CΔT1/ 4 , for a solid suddenly
submerged in a quiescent fluid.
FIND: (a) Expression for cooling time, tf, (b) Considering a plate of prescribed geometry and thermal
conditions, the time required to reach 80°C using the appropriate correlation from Problem 9.11 and (c)
Plot the temperature-time history obtained from part (b) and compare with results using a constant h o
from an appropriate correlation based upon an average surface temperature T = ( Ti + Tf ) 2.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Lumped capacitance approximation is valid, (2) Negligible radiation, (3)
Constant properties.
PROPERTIES: Table A.1, Aluminum alloy 2024 T = ( Ti + Tf ( ) 2 ≈ 400 K ) : ρ = 2770 kg/m3, cp =

925 J/kg⋅K, k = 186 W/m⋅K; Table A.4, Air ( Tfilm = 362 K): ν = 2.221 × 10-5 m2/s, k = 0.03069 W/m⋅K,
α = 3.187 × 10-5 m2/s, Pr = 0.6976, β = 1/ Tfilm .

ANALYSIS: (a) Apply an energy balance to a control surface about the object, − E
out = Est , and
substitute the convection rate equation, with h = CΔT1/ 4 , to find
−CAs ( T − T∞ ) = d/dt ( ρ VcT ) .
5/ 4
(1)
Separating variables and integrating, find
dT/dt = − ( CAs ρ Vc )( T − T∞ )
5/ 4
Tf dT ⎛ CAs ⎞ t f T
−1/ 4 f CAs
∫ = −⎜ ⎟ ∫0 dt −4 ( T − T∞ ) =− tf
( ρ ρ Vc
∞)
Ti 5/ 4 ⎝ ⎠
T − T Vc Ti
⎡⎛ ⎞
1/ 4 ⎤
4 ρ Vc ⎡ −1/ 4 −1/ 4 ⎤ 4 ρ Vc T − T∞
tf = ( Tf − T∞ ) − ( Ti − T∞ ) = ⎢⎜ i
⎟ − 1⎥ . (2) <
CAs ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
CAs ( Ti − T∞ )
1/ 4 ⎢⎝ Tf − T∞ ⎠ ⎥
⎣ ⎦
(b) Considering the aluminum plate, initially at T(0) = 225°C, and suddenly exposed to ambient air
at T∞ = 25D C , from Problem 9.11 the convection coefficient has the form
1/ 4
⎛ Δt ⎞
hi = 1.40 ⎜ ⎟ hi = CΔT1/ 4
⎝L⎠
3/ 4
where C = 1.40/L1/4 = 1.40/(0.150)1/4 = 2. 2496 W m 2 ⋅ K . Using Eq. (2), find
Continued...
PROBLEM 9.12 (Cont.)
(
4 × 2770 kg m3 0.1502 × 0.005 m3 × 925 J kg ⋅ K )
⎡⎛ 225 − 25 ⎞1/ 4 ⎤
⎢⎜
tf = ⎟ − 1⎥ = 1154s
3/ 4 1/ 4 1/ 4 ⎣⎢⎝ 80 − 25 ⎠ ⎦⎥
× 2 × ( 0.150m ) ( 225 − 25 )
2 2
2.2496 W m ⋅ K K
(c) For the vertical plate, Eq. 9.27 is an appropriate correlation. Evaluating properties at
Tfilm = ( Ts + T∞ ) 2 = ( ( Ti + Tf ) 2 + T∞ ) 2 = 362 K
where Ts = 426K , the average plate temperature, find
Ra L =
( =
)
gβ Ts − T∞ L3 9.8 m s 2 (1 362K )( 426 − 298 ) K ( 0.150m )3
= 1.652 ×107
να − 5 2 −5
2.221× 10 m s × 3.187 × 10 m s 2
( )
1/ 4
0.670Ra L1/ 4 0.670 1.652 × 107
Nu L = 0.68 + = 0.68 + = 33.4
4/9 4/9
⎡1 + ( 0.492 Pr )9 16 ⎤ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 0.6976 )9 /16 ⎤
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
k 0.03069 W m ⋅ K
ho = Nu L = × 33.4 = 6.83 W m 2 ⋅ K
L 0.150m
From Eq. 5.6, the temperature-time history with a constant convection coefficient is
T ( t ) = T∞ + ( Ti − T∞ ) exp ⎡⎣ − ( h o As ρ Vc ) t ⎤⎦ (3)
where As V = 2L2 ( L × L × w ) = 2 w = 400m −1 . The temperature-time histories for the h = CΔT1/4

and h o analyses are shown in plot below.
250
Plate temperature, Ts (C)
200
150
100
50
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600
Time, t (s)
Constant coefficient, ho = 6.83 W/m^2.K

Variable coefficient, h = 2.25(Ts - Tinf)^0.25
COMMENTS: (1) The times to reach T(to) = 80°C were 1154 and 1212s for the variable and constant
coefficient analysis, respectively, a difference of 5%. For convenience, it is reasonable to evaluate the
convection coefficient as described in part (b).
(2) Note that RaL < 109 so indeed the expression selected from Problem 9.11 was the appropriate one.
(3) Recognize that if the emissivity of the plate were unity, the average linearized radiation coefficient
using Eq. (1.9) is h rad = 11.0 W m 2 ⋅ K and radiative exchange becomes an important process.
PROBLEM 9.13
KNOWN: Oven door with average surface temperature of 32°C in a room with ambient air at 22°C.
FIND: Heat loss to the room. Also, find effect on heat loss if emissivity of door is unity and the
surroundings are at 22°C.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Ambient air is quiescent, (2) Surface radiation effects are negligible.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = 300K, 1 atm): ν = 15.89 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0263 W/m⋅K, α =
-6 2 -3 -1
22.5 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.707, β = 1/Tf = 3.33 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: The heat rate from the oven door surface by convection to the ambient air is
q = h As ( Ts − T∞ ) (1)
where h can be estimated from the free-convection correlation for a vertical plate, Eq. 9.26,
2
⎧ ⎫
hL ⎪ 0.387 Ra1/ ⎪⎪
6
⎪ L
Nu L = = ⎨0.825 + ⎬ . (2)
8 / 27
k ⎪ ⎡1 + 0.492 / Pr 9 /16 ⎤ ( ⎪ )
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
The Rayleigh number, Eq. 9.25, is
g β ( Ts − T∞ ) L3 9.8 m / s 2 (1/ 300K )( 32 − 22 ) K × 0.53 m3
Ra L = = = 1.142 × 108.
να −6 2 −6
15.89 × 10 m / s × 22.5 × 10 m / s 2
Substituting numerical values into Eq. (2), find
2
⎧
(
⎫
)
8 1/ 6
⎪⎪ 0.387 1.142 × 10 ⎪⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + ⎬ = 63.5
8 / 27
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.707 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
k 0.0263 W / m ⋅ K
hL = Nu L = × 63.5 = 3.34 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
L 0.5m
The heat rate using Eq. (1) is
q = 3.34 W / m 2 ⋅ K × ( 0.5 × 0.7 ) m 2 ( 32 − 22 ) K = 11.7 W. <
Heat loss by radiation, assuming ε = 1, is
q
rad
= ε Asσ Ts4 − Tsur
4
( )
q rad = 1( 0.5 × 0.7 ) m 2 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 ⎡( 273 + 32 )4 − ( 273 + 22 )4 ⎤ K 4 = 21.4 W. <
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
Note that heat loss by radiation is nearly double that by free convection. Using Eq. (1.9), the radiation
2
heat transfer coefficient is hrad = 6.4 W/m ⋅K, which is twice the coefficient for the free convection
process.
PROBLEM 9.14
KNOWN: Aluminum plate (alloy 2024) at an initial uniform temperature of 227°C is suspended in a
room where the ambient air and surroundings are at 27°C.
FIND: (a) Expression for time rate of change of the plate, (b) Initial rate of cooling (K/s) when plate
temperature is 227°C, (c) Validity of assuming a uniform plate temperature, (d) Decay of plate
temperature and the convection and radiation rates during cooldown.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Plate temperature is uniform, (2) Ambient air is quiescent and extensive, (3)
Surroundings are large compared to plate.
PROPERTIES: Table A.1, Aluminum alloy 2024 (T = 500 K): ρ = 2770 kg/m3, k = 186 W/m⋅K, c =
983 J/kg⋅K; Table A.4, Air (Tf = 400 K, 1 atm): ν = 26.41 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.0388 W/m⋅K, α = 38.3 ×
10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.690.
ANALYSIS: (a) From an energy balance on the plate with free convection and radiation exchange,
− E out = E st , we obtain
(
− hL 2A s ( Ts − T∞ ) − ε 2A sσ Ts − Tsur = ρ A s tc
4 4
) dT
dt
or
dT
dt
=
−2
ρ tc ⎣ (
⎡ hL ( Ts − T∞ ) + εσ Ts4 − Tsur
4 ⎤
⎦ )<
where Ts, the plate temperature, is assumed to be uniform at any time.
(b) To evaluate (dT/dt), estimate h L . First, find the Rayleigh number,
9.8 m s 2 (1 400 K )( 227 − 27 ) K × ( 0.3m )

3
Ra L = gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) L να =
3 = 1.308 × 108 .
−6 2
26.41×10 m s × 38.3 ×10 m s −6 2
Eq. 9.27 is appropriate; substituting numerical values, find
( )
1/ 4
0.670Ra1/ 4 0.670 1.308 ×108
Nu L = 0.68 + L = 0.68 + = 55.5
4/9 4/9
⎡1 + ( 0.492 Pr ) 9 /16 ⎤ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 0.690 ) 9 /16 ⎤
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
h L = Nu L k L = 55.5 × 0.0338 W m ⋅ K 0.3m = 6.25 W m 2 ⋅ K

Continued...
dT −2
= ×
3
dt 2770 kg m × 0.015 m × 983J kg ⋅ K
(
⎡ 6.25 W m 2 ⋅ K ( 227 − 27 ) K + 0.25 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2 ⋅ K 4 5004 − 3004 K 4 ⎤ = −0.099 K s .
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ )( ) <
(c) The uniform temperature assumption is justified if the Biot number criterion is satisfied. With Lc ≡
(V/2As) = (As⋅t/2As) = (t/2) and h tot = h conv + h rad , Bi = h tot ( t 2 ) k ≤ 0.1. Using the linearized
radiation coefficient relation, find
( 2 2
)
hrad = εσ ( Ts + Tsur ) Ts + Tsur = 0.25 5.67 × 10 ( −8 2
W m ⋅K
4
)( (
500 + 300 ) 500 + 300
2 2
) 3
K = 3.86 W m ⋅ K
2
Hence, Bi = (6.25 + 3.86) W/m2⋅K(0.015 m/2)/186 W/m⋅K = 4.07 × 10-4. Since Bi << 0.1, the assumption
is appropriate.
(d) The temperature history of the plate was computed by combining the Lumped Capacitance Model of
IHT with the appropriate Correlations and Properties Toolpads.
230
300
190 250
200
Heat rate, q(W)
Temperature, T(C)
150
150
110 100
50
70
0
0 3000 6000 9000 12000 15000
30
Time, t(s)
0 5000 10000 15000
Convection heat rate, qconv(W)
Time, t(s) Radiation heat rate, qrad(W)
Due to the small values of h L and h rad , the plate cools slowly and does not reach 30°C until t ≈ 14000s
= 3.89h. The convection and radiation rates decrease rapidly with increasing t (decreasing T), thereby
decelerating the cooling process.
COMMENTS: The reduction in the convection rate with increasing time is due to a reduction in the
thermal conductivity of air, as well as the values of h L and T.
PROBLEM 9.15
KNOWN: Instantaneous temperature and time rate of temperature change of a vertical plate cooling
in a room.
FIND: Average free convection coefficient for the prescribed conditions; compare with standard
empirical correlation.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Uniform plate temperature, (2) Quiescent room air, (3) Large surroundings.
PROPERTIES: Table A-1, Aluminum alloy 2024 (Ts = 127°C = 400K): ρ = 2770 kg/m3, cp = 925
J/kg⋅K; Table A-4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 350K, 1 atm): ν = 20.92 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.030 W/m⋅K, α =
29.9 × 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.700.
ANALYSIS: From an energy balance on the plate
considering free convection and radiation exchange,
E in − E out = E st
− h L ( 2As )( Ts − T∞ ) − ε ( 2As ) σ Ts4 − Tsur (

4 = ρ A Ac dT .
s p
dt )
Noting that the plate area is 2As, solving for hL , and substituting numerical values, find
⎡
h L = ⎢ − ρ Ac p
⎣
dT
dt (
4 ⎤/2 T −T
− 2εσ Ts4 − Tsur ⎥⎦ ( s ∞ ) )
⎢⎣
−8
hL = ⎡ −2770kg / m × 0.015m × 925J / kg ⋅ K ( −0.0465K / s ) − 2 × 0.25 × 5.67 × 10 W / m ⋅ K 400 − 300 K ⎤
3 2 4 4 4 4
( ) ⎥⎦
D
/ 2 (127 − 27 ) C = ( 8.936 − 2.455 ) W / m ⋅ K
2
h L = 6.5 W / m 2 ⋅ K. <
To select an appropriate empirical correlation, first evaluate the Rayleigh number,
Ra L = gβ∆TL3 / να
Ra L = 9.8m / s
2
(1 / 350K )(127 − 27 ) K ( 0.3m )3 / ( 20.92 × 10
−6 2
m /s )( 29.9 × 10
−6 2
) 8
m / s = 1.21 × 10 .
Since RaL < 109, the flow is laminar and Eq. 9.27 is applicable,
hLL 0.670 Ra1/L
4
Nu L = = 0.68 +
k 4/9
⎡1 + 0.492 / Pr 9 /16 ⎤
⎢⎣ ( ) ⎥⎦
hL = ⎜
⎝ 0.3m
⎟⎨
⎠⎩
( ⎣
()
⎛ 0.030W / m ⋅ K ⎞ ⎧0.68 + 0.670 1.21 × 108 1/ 4 / ⎡1 + 0.492 / 0.700 9 / 16 ⎤ 4 / 9 ⎫ = 5.5 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
)
⎦ ⎬
⎭
<
COMMENTS: (1) The correlation estimate is 15% lower than the experimental result. (2) This
transient method, useful for obtaining an average free convection coefficient for spacewise isothermal
objects, requires Bi ≤ 0.1.
PROBLEM 9.16
KNOWN: Person, approximated as a cylinder, experiencing heat loss in water or air at 10°C.
FIND: Whether heat loss from body in water is 30 times that in air.
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Person can be approximated as a vertical cylinder of diameter D = 0.3
m and length L = 1.8 m, at 25°C, (2) Loss is only from the lateral surface.
(
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air T = ( 25 + 10 )D C / 2 = 290K, 1atm : k = 0.0293 W/m⋅K, ν = )
-6 2 -6 2
19.91 × 10 m /s, α = 28.4 × 10 m /s; Table A-6, Water (290K): k = 0.598 W/m⋅K, ν =
-6 2 -7 2 -6 -1
μvf = 1.081 × 10 m /s, α = kvf/cp = 1.431 × 10 m /s, βf = 174 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: In both water (wa) and air (a), the heat loss from the lateral surface of the
cylinder approximating the body is
q = hπ DL ( Ts − T∞ )
where Ts and T∞ are the same for both situations. Hence,

q
wa = h wa
q ha
a
Vertical cylinder in air:
gβΔTL3 9.8 m / s × (1/ 290 K )( 25 − 10 ) K (1.8m )
2 3
Ra L = = = 5.228 × 109
να − 6 2 − 6
19.91×10 m / s × 28.4 ×10 m / s 2
Using Eq. 9.24 with C = 0.1 and n = 1/3,

h L
Nu L = L = CRa L
k (
n = 0.1 5.228 × 109 1/ 3 = 173.4
) h L = 2.82 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
Vertical cylinder in water:

9.8 m / s 2 × 174 × 10−6 K −1 ( 25 − 10 ) K (1.8 m )
3
Ra L = = 9.643 × 1011
−6 2
1.081× 10 m / s × 1.431× 10 m / s− 7 2
Using Eq. 9.24 with C = 0.1 and n = 1/3,
( )
hL 1/ 3
Nu L = = CRa nL = 0.1 9.643 ×1011 = 978.9 h L = 328 W / m2 ⋅ K.
k
Hence, from this analysis we find
q wa 328 W / m 2 ⋅ K
= = 117
q 2
2.8 W / m ⋅ K
a
which compares poorly with the claim of 30.
COMMENTS: In air, radiation would contribute significantly to the heat loss. Assuming
ε = 1, h rad = σε (Ts4 + Tsur
4
)/(Ts + Tsur ) = 5.6 W / m 2 ⋅ K . Thus, h a,tot = h a + h rad = 8.4W / m 2 ⋅ K and
qwa/qa = 328/8.4 = 39. This is much closer to the claim of 30 times.
PROBLEM 9.17
KNOWN: Dimensions of window pane with frost formation on inner surface. Temperature of room
air and walls.
FIND: Heat loss through window.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, (2) Surface of frost is isothermal with Ts ≈ 0°C, (3) Radiation
exchange is between a small surface (window) and a large enclosure (walls of room), (4) Room air is
quiescent.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, air (Tf = 9°C = 282 K): k = 0.0249 W/m⋅K, ν = 14.3 × 10 m /s, α =
-6 2 -3 -1
20.1 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.712, β = 3.55 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: Under steady-state conditions, the heat loss through the window corresponds to the rate
of heat transfer to the frost by convection and radiaiton.
q = q conv + q rad = W × L ⎡ h ( T∞ − Ts ) + εσ Tsur

⎣⎢
4 − T4 ⎤
s ⎥
⎦ ( )
(
With Ra L = gβ ( T∞ − Ts ) L3 / αν = 9.8 m / s 2 × 0.00355 K −1 × 18 K (1m )3 / 14.3 × 20.1 × 10 −12 m 4 / s 2 )
9
= 2.18 × 10 , Eq. (9.26) yields
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra L 1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + = 156.5
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
k ⎛ 0.0249 W / m ⋅ K ⎞ 2
h = Nu L = 156.5 ⎜ ⎟ = 3.9 W / m ⋅ K
L ⎝ 1m ⎠
q = 1m 2 ⎡3.9 W / m 2 ⋅ K (18K ) + 0.90 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 2914 − 2734 ⎤

⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ( )
= 70.2 W + 82.5 W = 152.7 W <
COMMENTS: (1) The thickness of the frost layer does not affect the heat loss, since the inner
surface of the layer remains at Ts ≈ 0°C. However, the temperature of the glass/frost interface
decreases with increasing thickness, from a value of 0°C for negligible thickness. (2) Since the
thermal boundary layer thickness is zero at the top of the window and has its maximum value at the
bottom, the temperature of the glass will actually be largest and smallest at the top and bottom,
respectively. Hence, frost will first begin to form at the bottom.
PROBLEM 9.18
KNOWN: During a winter day, the window of a patio door with a height of 1.8 m and width of 1.0 m
shows a frost line near its base.
FIND: (a) Explain why the window would show a frost layer at the base of the window, rather than at
the top, and (b) Estimate the heat loss through the window due to free convection and radiation. If the
room has electric baseboard heating, estimate the daily cost of the window heat loss for this condition
based upon the utility rate of 0.08 $/kW⋅h.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Window has a uniform temperature, (3) Ambient
air is quiescent, and (4) Room walls are isothermal and large compared to the window.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 280 K, 1 atm): ν = 14.11 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0247
-5 2
W/m⋅K, α = 1.986 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.710.
ANALYSIS: (a) For these winter conditions, a frost line could appear and it would be at the bottom
of the window. The boundary layer is thinnest at the top of the window, and hence the heat flux from
the warmer room is greater than compared to that at the bottom portion of the window where the
boundary layer is thicker. Also, the air in the room may be stratified and cooler near the floor
compared to near the ceiling.
(b) The heat loss from the room to the window having a uniform temperature Ts = 0°C by convection
and radiation is
q loss = q cv + q rad (1)
q loss = As ⎡ h L ( T∞ − Ts ) + εσ Tsur
⎢⎣
4 − T4 ⎤
s ⎥
⎦ ( ) (2)
The average convection coefficient is estimated from the Churchill-Chu correlation, Eq. 9.26, using
properties evaluated at Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2.
2
⎧ ⎫
h L ⎪ ⎪ 0.387 Ra 1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu L = L = ⎨0.825 + L
⎬ (3)
k 8 / 27
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
Ra L = gβ T ( T∞ − Ts ) L3 / να (4)
Substituting numerical values in the correlation expressions, find
Ra L = 1.084 ×1010 Nu L = 258.9 h L = 3.6 W / m2 ⋅ K
Continued …..
-8 2 4
Using Eq. (2), the heat loss with σ = 5.67 × 10 W/m ⋅K is
q loss = (1× 1.8 ) m 2 ⎡3.6 W / m 2 ⋅ K (15 K ) + 0.940 σ 2884 − 2734 K 4 ⎤

⎣⎢ ⎥⎦ ( )
qloss = ( 96.1 + 127.1) W = 223 W
The daily cost of the window heat loss for the given utility rate is
cost = qloss × (utility rate) × 24 hours
-3
cost = 223 W × (10 kW/W) × 0.08 $/kW – h × 24 h
cost = 0.43 $/day <

COMMENTS: Note that the heat loss by radiation is 30% larger than by free convection.
PROBLEM 9.19
KNOWN: Room and ambient air conditions for window glass.
FIND: Temperature of the glass and rate of heat loss.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Negligible temperature gradients in the glass, (3)
Inner and outer surfaces exposed to large surroundings.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air (Tf,i and Tf,o): Obtained from the IHT Properties Tool Pad.
= E
ANALYSIS: Performing an energy balance on the window pane, it follows that E in out , or
( i ( ∞,i )
) (
sur,o + h o ( T − T∞,o )
4 − T 4 + h T − T = εσ T 4 − T 4
εσ Tsur,i )
where hi and h o may be evaluated from Eq. 9.26.
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387Ra1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + L
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
Using the First Law Model for an Isothermal Plane Wall and the Correlations and Properties Tool Pads
of IHT, the energy balance equation was formulated and solved to obtain
T = 273.8 K <
The heat rate is then qi = qo, or
qi = L2 ⎡εσ Tsur,i
⎣⎢ ( )
4 − T 4 + h T − T ⎤ = 174.8 W
i ∞,i
⎦⎥
( ) <
COMMENTS: The radiative and convective contributions to heat transfer at the inner and outer surfaces
are qrad,i = 99.04 W, qconv,i = 75.73 W, qrad,o = 86.54 W, and qconv,o = 88.23 W, with corresponding
convection coefficients of hi = 3.95 W/m2⋅K and h o = 4.23 W/m2⋅K. The heat loss could be reduced
significantly by installing a double pane window.
PROBLEM 9.20
KNOWN: Room and ambient air conditions for window glass. Thickness and thermal conductivity of
glass.
FIND: Inner and outer surface temperatures and heat loss.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) One-dimensional conduction in the glass, (3) Inner
and outer surfaces exposed to large surroundings.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air (Tf,i and Tf,o): Obtained from the IHT Properties Tool Pad.
ANALYSIS: Performing energy balances at the inner and outer surfaces, we obtain, respectively,
( i ( ∞,i
4 − T4 + h T − T
εσ Tsur,i s,i )
s,i ) = ( kg tg ) ( Ts,i − Ts,o ) (1)
( kg ( )
tg ) Ts,i − Ts,o = εσ Ts,o
4 − T4
(
sur,o + h o Ts,o − T∞,o) ( ) (2)
where Eq. 9.26 may be used to evaluate hi and h o
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 1/
0.387Ra L 6 ⎪⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 +
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
Using the First Law Model for One-dimensional Conduction in a Plane Wall and the Correlations and
Properties Tool Pads of IHT, the energy balance equations were formulated and solved to obtain
Ts,i = 274.4 K Ts,o = 273.2 K <
from which the heat loss is
k g L2
q=
tg
(
Ts,i − Ts,o = 168.8 W ) <
COMMENTS: By accounting for the thermal resistance of the glass, the heat loss is smaller (168.8 W)
than that determined in the preceding problem (174.8 W) by assuming an isothermal pane.
PROBLEM 9.21
KNOWN: Plate dimensions, initial temperature, and final temperature. Air temperature.
FIND: (a) Initial cooling rate, (b) Time to reach prescribed final temperature.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Plate is spacewise isothermal as it cools (lumped capacitance approximation),

(2) Negligible heat transfer from minor sides of plate, (3) Thermal boundary layer development
corresponds to that for an isolated plate (negligible interference between adjoining boundary layers).
(4) Negligible radiation. (5) Constant properties.
PROPERTIES: Table A-1, AISI 1010 steel ( T = 473 K ) : ρ = 7832 kg/m , c = 513 J/kg⋅K. Table A-
3
-6 2 -6 2
4, air (Tf,i = 433 K): ν = 30.4 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0361 W/m⋅K, α = 44.2 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.687, β =
-1
0.0023 K .
ANALYSIS: (a) The initial rate of heat transfer is q i = h A s ( Ti − T∞ ) , where A s ≈ 2 L2 = 2 m 2 .

3 2 3 -6 2 -6 2
With RaL,i = gβ (Ti - T∞)L /αν = 9.8 m/s × 0.0021 (280)1m /44.2 × 10 m /s × 30.4 × 10 m /s =
9
4.72 × 10 , Eq. 9.26 yields
2
⎧ ⎫
h=
⎪
0.0361W / m ⋅ K ⎪
⎨0.825 +
0.387 4.72 × 10 9 1/ 6
( ⎪⎪
⎬
)
= 7.16 W / m 2 ⋅ K
1m 8 / 27
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.687 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
Hence, qi = 7.16 W / m 2 ⋅ K × 2m 2 × 280°C = 4010 W <

(b) From an energy balance at an instant of time for a control surface about the plate, −q = E st
2
= ρ L δ c dT / dt, the rate of change of the plate temperature is
dT h 2L2 ( T − T∞ ) 2h
=− =− ( T − T∞ )
dt ρ L2 δ c ρδc
where the Rayleigh number, and hence h , changes with time due to the change in the temperature of
the plate. Integrating the foregoing equation with the DER function of IHT, the following results are
obtained for the temperature history of the plate.
Continued …..
300
260
Plate temperature, T(C)

220
180
140
100
0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500
Tim e, t(s)
The time for the plate to cool to 100°C is
t ≈ 2365s <
COMMENTS: (1) Although the plate temperature is comparatively large and radiation emission is
significant relative to convection, much of the radiation leaving one plate is intercepted by the
adjoining plate if the spacing between plates is small relative to their width. The net effect of radiation
on the plate temperature would then be small. (2) Because of the increase in β and reductions in ν and
α with increasing t, the Rayleigh number decreases only slightly as the plate cools from 300°C to
9 9
100°C (from 4.72 × 10 to 4.48 × 10 ), despite the significant reduction in (T - T∞). The reduction in
2
h from 7.2 to 5.6 W/m ⋅K is principally due to a reduction in the thermal conductivity.
PROBLEM 9.22
KNOWN: Thin-walled container with hot process fluid at 50°C placed in a quiescent, cold water bath at
10°C.
FIND: (a) Overall heat transfer coefficient, U, between the hot and cold fluids, and (b) Compute and plot
U as a function of the hot process fluid temperature for the range 20 ≤ T∞,h ≤ 50°C.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Heat transfer at the surfaces approximated by free
convection from a vertical plate, (3) Fluids are extensive and quiescent, (4) Hot process fluid
thermophysical properties approximated as those of water, and (5) Negligible container wall thermal
resistance.
PROPERTIES: Table A.6, Water (assume Tf,h = 310 K): ρh = 1/1.007 × 10-3 = 993 kg/m3, cp,h = 4178
J/kg⋅K, νh = µh/ρh = 695 × 10-6 N⋅s/m2/993 kg/m3 = 6.999 × 10-7 m2/s, kh = 0.628 W/m⋅K, Prh = 4.62, αh =
kh/ρhcp,h = 1.514 × 10-7 m2/s, βh = 361.9 × 10-6 K-1 ; Table A.6, Water (assume Tf,c = 295 K): ρc = 1/1.002
× 10-3 = 998 kg/m3, cp,c = 4181 J/kg⋅K, νc = µc/ρc = 959 × 10-6 N⋅s/m2/998 kg/m3 = 9.609 × 10-7 m2/s, kc =
0.606 W/m⋅K, Prc = 6.62, αc = kc/ρccp,c = 1.452× 10-7 m2/s, βc = 227.5 × 10-6 K-1.
ANALYSIS: (a) The overall heat transfer coefficient between the hot process fluid, T∞,h , and the cold
water bath fluid, T∞,c , is
−1
U = (1 h h + 1 h c ) (1)
where the average free convection coeffieicnts can be estimated from the vertical plate correlation Eq.
9.26, with the Rayleigh number, Eq. 9.25,
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387Ra1/
L
6 ⎪⎪ gβ∆TL3
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + ⎬ Ra L = (2,3)
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 Pr )9 /16 ⎤
8 / 27
⎪ να
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
To affect a solution, assume Ts = T∞,h + T∞,c ( ) 2 = 30D C = 303K , so that the hot and cold fluid film
temperatures are Tf,h = 313 K ≈ 310 K and Tf,c = 293 K ≈ 295 K. From an energy balance across the
container walls,
( )
h h T∞,h − Ts = h c Ts − T∞,c ( ) (4)
the surface temperature Ts can be determined. Evaluating the correlation parameters, find:
Hot process fluid:
9.8 m s 2 × 361.9 × 10−6 K −1 ( 50 − 30 ) K ( 0.200m )
3
Ra L,h = = 5.357 × 109
−7 2 −7 2
6.999 × 10 m s × 1.514 × 10 m s
Continued...
2
⎧
⎪⎪
Nu L,h = ⎨0.825 +
0.387 5.357 × 10 9 1/ 6 ⎫
⎪⎪
= 251.5
( )
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 4.62 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
h
h h = Nu L,h h = 251.5 × 0.628 W m 2⋅ K 0.200m = 790 W m 2⋅ K
L
Cold water bath:
s 2 × 227.5 × 10−6 K −1 ( 30 − 10 ) K ( 0.200m )3
9.8m
Ra L,c = = 2.557 × 109
−7 2 −7 2
9.609 × 10 m s × 1.452 × 10 m s
2
⎧
( ) ⎫
16
⎪⎪ 0.387 2.557 × 109 ⎪⎪
Nu L,c = ⎨0.825 + ⎬ = 203.9
8 / 27
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 6.62 )9 16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎭⎪
h c = 203.9 × 0.606 W m⋅ K 0.200 m = 618 W m 2⋅ K
From Eq. (1) find
−1
U = (1 790 + 1 618 ) W m 2⋅ K = 347 W m 2⋅ K <
Using Eq.(4), find the resulting surface temperature
790 W m 2⋅ K ( 50 − Ts ) K = 618 W m 2⋅ K ( Ts − 10 ) K Ts = 32.4D C
Which compares favorably with our assumed value of 30°C.
(b) Using the IHT Correlations Tool, Free Convection, Vertical Plate and following the foregoing
approach, the overall coefficient was computed as a function of the hot fluid temperature and is plotted
below. Note that U increases almost linearly with T∞,h .
400
Overall coefficient, U (W/m^2.K)
300
200
100
20 30 40 50
Hot process fluid temperature, Tinfh (C)
COMMENTS: For the conditions of part (a), using the IHT model of part (b) with thermophysical
properties evaluated at the proper film temperatures, find U = 352 W/m⋅K with Ts = 32.4°C. Our
approximate solution was a good one.
(2) Because the set of equations for part (b) is quite stiff, when using the IHT model you should follow
the suggestions in the IHT Example 9.2 including use of the intrinsic function Tfluid_avg (T1,T2).
PROBLEM 9.23
KNOWN: Size and emissivity of a vertical heated plate. Temperature of the ambient and
surroundings.
FIND: (a) Electrical power to be supplied to the plate in order to achieve a plate temperature of
Ts = 35°C for ε = 0.95. Fraction of the plate exposed to turbulent conditions, (b) Steady-state
plate temperature for ε = 0.05 and fraction of the plate exposed to turbulent conditions.
SCHEMATIC: Tsur = 25°C

Tsur = 25°C
•
Eg
w=2m
qconv
qconv qrad
L=1m
qrad
case 1: ε = 0.95
case 2: ε = 0.05
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Constant properties and steady-state conditions, (2) Large surroundings,
(3) Isothermal plate, (4) Critical Rayleigh number of Rax,c = 109.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air: (Tf = 303 K): k = 0.02652 W/m⋅K, ν = 1.619 × 10-5 m2/s, α =
2.294 × 10-5 m2/s, Pr = 0.7066.
ANALYSIS: (a) The Rayleigh number is
gβ∆TL3 9.8m / s2 × (1/ 303K) × 10°C × (1m)3

Ra L = = = 8.71 × 108 (1)
να 1.619 × 10−5 m2 / s × 2.294 × 10−5 m2 / s
Since Ra < Rax,c, the boundary layer is completely laminar. The electric power required is
P = E g = q conv + q rad = hA(Ts − T∞ ) + ε Aσ (Ts4 − Tsur

4
) (2)
The convection coefficient may be found from the Churchill and Chu correlation
2
⎧ ⎫
( )
1/ 6
⎪ 0.387 × 8.71 × 108 ⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + 8/ 27 ⎬ = 117.6 (3)
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.7066 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭
Thus, the convection coefficient is

Continued…
h = Nu L k / L = 117.6 × 0.02652W / m ⋅ K /1m = 3.12W / m2 ⋅ K
Hence, Equation 2 is written
P = 2 × (1m × 2m) × 3.12W / m 2 ⋅ K × (35 − 25)°C

+ 0.95 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 × (3084 − 2984 )K 4 <
= 124.8W + 239.8W = 364.2W
(b) Equations 1, 2 and 3 may be solved simultaneously with the constraint that P = 364.6 W.
Property variations may be taken into account by using IHT. A simultaneous solution of
Equations 1 through 3 yields
Ra L = 1.71 × 109 , Nu L = 144.9, h = 3.906W / m2 ⋅ K,Ts = 319.5K = 46.5°C <

The length of the plate that is subjected to laminar conditions may be found from the definition of
the Rayleigh number, RaL = gβ∆TL3/να and the knowledge that Tf = (319.5 K = 298 K)/2 =
308.8 K.
1/ 3
⎛ 109 × 1.677 × 10−5 m 2 / s × 2.379 × 10−5 m 2 / s ⎞
1/ 3
⎛ Ra να ⎞
L = ⎜ x,c ⎟ =⎜
⎜ 9.8m / s × (1/ 308.8K) × (319.5K − 298K ⎟⎟
= 0.836 m <
⎝ gβ∆T ⎠ ⎝ ⎠
Therefore, 1m – 0.836m = 0.164m or 16.4% of the plate is exposed to turbulent conditions.
COMMENTS: (1) In part (b), the convection and radiation heat rates are 335.9 W and 28.74
W, respectively. Convection dominates in part (b) while in part (a) radiation losses are
significantly larger than convection losses. (2) Radiation exchange can fundamentally alter the
nature of the flow in free convection systems. (3) The polished plate would slowly oxidize over
time, causing drift in the experimentalist’s measurements of the transition to turbulent flow. (4)
The properties used in part (b) are evaluated at the film temperature of Tf = 308.8 K and are k =
0.02695 W/m⋅K, ν = 1.677 × 10-5 m2/s, α = 2.397 × 10-5 m2/s, Pr = 0.7058.
PROBLEM 9.24
KNOWN: Initial temperature and dimensions of an aluminum plate. Condition of the plate surroundings.
Plate emissivity.
FIND: (a) Initial cooling rate, (b) Validity of assuming negligible temperature gradients in the plate during the
cooling process.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Plate temperature is uniform, (2) Chamber air is quiescent, (3) Chamber surface is much
larger than that of plate, (4) Negligible heat transfer from edges.
3
PROPERTIES: Table A-1, Aluminum (573K): k = 232 W/m⋅K, cp = 1022 J/kg⋅K, ρ = 2702 kg/m ; Table A-
-6 2 -6 2
4, Air (Tf = 436K, 1 atm): ν = 30.72 × 10 m /s, α = 44.7 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0363 W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.687, β =
-1
0.00229 K .
ANALYSIS: (a) Performing an energy balance on the plate,
−q = −2As ⎡ h ( T − T∞ ) + εσ T 4 − Tsur
⎢ ⎣
4 =E
st (
= ρ Vc [ dT / dt ⎤
p ⎥ ) ⎦
dT / dt = −2 ⎡ h ( T − T∞ ) + εσ T 4 − Tsur
⎢⎣ (
4 ⎤ / ρ wc
⎥⎦ p )
Using the correlation of Eq. 9.27, with
gβ ( Ti − T∞ ) L3 9.8 m / s 2 × 0.00229K −1 ( 300 − 27 ) K ( 0.5 m )
3
Ra L = = = 5.58 × 108
να 30.72 ×10−6 m 2 / s × 44.7 ×10−6 m 2 / s
⎧ ⎫ ⎧ ⎫
⎪
k⎪
h = ⎨0.68 +
0.670Ra L 1/ 4 ⎪ ⎪
⎪ 0.0363 ⎪
= +
0.670 5.58 × 108 1/ 4
⎪⎪ ( )
4/9 ⎬ ⎨ 4/9 ⎬
0.68
L⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪ 0.5 ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.687 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭ ⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
h = 5.8 W / m 2 ⋅ K. <
Hence the initial cooling rate is
dT
=−
(
2 5.8 W / m ⋅ K ( 300 − 27 ) C + 0.25 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 ⎡( 573 K ) − ( 300 K ) ⎤
2 D 4 4
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ )
dt 2702 kg / m3 ( 0.016 m ) 1022 J / kg ⋅ K
dT
= −0.136 K / s. <
dt
(b) To check the validity of neglecting temperature gradients across the plate thickness, calculate Bi = heff
2 2
(w/2)/k where heff = q ′′tot /(Ti - T∞) = (1583 + 1413) W/m /273 K = 11.0 W/m ⋅K. Hence
( )
Bi = 11W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 0.008 m ) / 232 W / m ⋅ K = 3.8 × 10−4 <
and the assumption is excellent.
COMMENTS: (1) Longitudinal (x) temperature gradients are likely to be more severe than those associated
with the plate thickness due to the variation of h with x. (2) Initially q ′′conv ≈ q ′′rad .
PROBLEM 9.25
KNOWN: Boundary conditions associated with a rear window experiencing uniform volumetric heating.
FIND: (a) Volumetric heating rate q needed to maintain inner surface temperature at Ts,i = 15°C, (b)
Effects of T∞,o , u ∞ , and T∞,i on q and Ts,o.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, one-dimensional conditions, (2) Constant properties, (3) Uniform
volumetric heating in window, (4) Convection heat transfer from interior surface of window to interior air
may be approximated as free convection from a vertical plate, (5) Heat transfer from outer surface is due
to forced convection over a flat plate in parallel flow.
PROPERTIES: Table A.3, Glass (300 K): k = 1.4 W/m⋅K: Table A.4, Air (Tf,i = 12.5°C, 1 atm): ν =
14.6 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.0251 W/m⋅K, α = 20.59 × 10-6 m2/s, β = (1/285.5) = 3.503 × 10-3 K-1, Pr = 0.711;
(Tf,o ≈ 0°C): ν = 13.49 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.0241 W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.714.
ANALYSIS: (a) The temperature distribution in the glass is governed by the appropriate form of the heat
equation, Eq. 3.39, whose general solution is given by Eq. 3.40.
T ( x ) = − ( q 2k ) x 2 + C1x + C2 .
The constants of integration may be evaluated by applying appropriate boundary conditions at x = 0. In
particular, with T(0) = Ts,i, C2 = Ts,i. Applying an energy balance to the inner surface, q′′cond = q′′conv,i
⎛ q ⎞
−k
dT
dx x = 0
(
= hi T∞,i − Ts,i ) −k ⎜ − x + C1 ⎟
⎝ k ⎠ x =0
= hi T∞,i − Ts,i ( )
(
C1 = − ( hi k ) T∞,i − Ts,i )
h i ( T∞,i − Ts,i )
T ( x ) = − ( q 2k ) x 2 − x+T s,i (1)
k
The required generation may then be obtained by formulating an energy balance at the outer surface,
where q′′cond = q′′conv,o . Using Eq. (1),
−k
dT
dx x = L
(
= h o Ts,o − T∞,o ) (2)
Continued...
⎛ qL ⎞
−k
dT
dx x = L
= −k ⎜ −
⎝ k ⎠
(
⎟ + h i T∞,i − Ts,i = qL
+ hi T∞,i − Ts,i ) ( ) (3)
Substituting Eq. (3) into Eq. (2), the energy balance becomes
( )
= h o Ts,o − T∞,o + hi Ts,i − T∞,i
qL ( ) (4)
where Ts,o may be evaluated by applying Eq. (1) at x = L.
Ts,o = −
2 hi T∞,i − Ts,i
qL
−
(
L + Ts,i .
) (5)
2k k
The inside convection coefficient may be obtained from Eq. 9.26. With
Ra H =
(
gβ Ts,i − T∞,i H3 ) =
( )
9.8 m s 2 3.503 × 10−3 K −1 (15 − 10 ) K ( 0.5 m )
3
= 7.137 × 107 ,
να −6 2 −6 2
14.60 × 10 m s × 20.59 × 10 m s
2 2
⎡
⎢
Nu H = ⎢ 0.825 +
0.387Ra H1/ 6
⎤
⎥
⎥
⎡
⎢
= ⎢ 0.825 +
0.387 7.137 × 10 7 1/ 6 ⎤
⎥ (
⎥ = 55.2
)
8 / 27 8 / 27
⎢ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎥ ⎢ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 0.711) 9 /16 ⎤ ⎥
⎢⎣ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎥⎦ ⎢⎣ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎥⎦
k 55.2 × 0.0251W m ⋅ K
h i = Nu H = = 2.77 W m 2 ⋅ K
H 0.5 m
The outside convection coefficient may be obtained by first evaluating the Reynolds number. With
u H 20 m s × 0.5 m
ReH = ∞ = = 7.413 × 105
ν − 6
13.49 × 10 m s 2
and with Rex,c = 5 × 105, mixed boundary layer conditions exist. Hence,
( ⎡
) ⎤
( )
4/5
− 871⎥ ( 0.714 )
1/ 3
Nu H = 0.037 Re 4H/ 5 − 871 Pr1/ 3 = ⎢0.037 7.413 × 105 = 864
⎣ ⎦
h o = Nu H ( k H ) = ( 864 × 0.0241W m ⋅ K ) 0.5 m = 41.6 W m 2 ⋅ K .
Eq. (5) may now be expressed as
q ( 0.008 m ) 2.77 W m 2 ⋅ K (10 − 15 ) K
2
Ts,o = − − × 0.008 m + 288 K = −2.286 × 10−5 q + 288.1K
2 (1.4 W m ⋅ K ) 1.4 W m ⋅ K
or, solving for q , (
q = −43, 745 Ts,o − 288.1 ) (6)
and substituting into Eq. (4),

( ) (
−43, 745 Ts,o − 288.1 ( 0.008 m ) = 41.6 W m 2 ⋅ K Ts,o − 263 K + 2.77 W m 2 ⋅ K ( 288 K − 283 K ) . )
It follows that Ts,o = 285.4 K in which case, from Eq. (6)
q = 118 kW m3 . <
(b) The parametric calculations were performed using the One-Dimensional, Steady-state Conduction
Model of IHT with the appropriate Correlations and Properties Tool Pads, and the results are as follows.
Continued...
15 4
Heat generation, qdotE-5(W/m^3)

Surface temperature, Tso(C)
10 2
5 0
-25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5
Exterior air temperature, Tinfo(C) Exterior air temperature, Tinfo(C)
uinf = 30 m/s, Tinfi = 10 C uinf = 30 m/s, Tinfi = 10 C

15 4
Heat generation, qdotE-5(W/m^3)

13
3
11
2
9
1
7
5 0
5 10 15 20 5 10 15 20
Interior air temperature, Tinfi (C) Interior air temperature, Tinfi(C)
uinf = 30 m/s, Tinfo = 5 C uinf = 30 m/s, Tinfo = 5 C

uinf = 30 m/s, Tinfo =-10 C uinf = 30 m/s, Tinfo = -10 C
uinf = 30 m/s, Tinfo =-25 C uinf = 30 m/s, Tinfo = -25 C
For fixed Ts,i and T∞,i , Ts,o and q are strongly influenced by T∞,o and u ∞ , increasing and decreasing,
respectively, with increasing T∞,o and decreasing and increasing, respectively with increasing u ∞ . For
fixed Ts,i and u ∞ , Ts,o and q are independent of T∞,i , but increase and decrease, respectively, with
increasing T∞,o .
COMMENTS: In lieu of performing a surface energy balance at x = L, Eq. (4) may also be obtained by
applying an energy balance to a control volume about the entire window.
PROBLEM 9.26
KNOWN: Vertical panel with uniform heat flux exposed to ambient air.
FIND: Allowable heat flux if maximum temperature is not to exceed a specified value, Tmax.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Constant properties, (2) Radiative exchange with surroundings negligible.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (TL/2 + T∞)/2 = (35.4 + 25)°C/2 = 30.2°C = 303K, 1 atm): ν =
-6 2 -3 -6 2
16.19 × 10 m /s, k = 26.5 × 10 W/m⋅K, α = 22.9 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.707.
ANALYSIS: Following the treatment of Section 9.6.1 for a vertical plate with uniform heat flux
(constant q ′′s ), the heat flux can be evaluated as
q′′s = h∆TL / 2 where ∆TL / 2 = Ts ( L / 2 ) − T∞ (1,2)
and h is evaluated using an appropriate correlation for a constant temperature vertical plate. From
Eq. 9.28,
∆Tx ≡ Tx − T∞ = 1.15 ( x / L ) ∆TL / 2
1/ 5
(3)
and recognizing that the maximum temperature will occur at the top edge, x = L, use Eq. (3) to find
D
∆TL / 2 = ( 37 − 25 ) C /1.15 (1/1) = 10.4D C TL / 2 = 35.4D C.
1/ 5
or
Calculate now the Rayleigh number based upon ∆TL/2, with Tf = (TL/2 + T∞)/2 = 303K,
gβ∆TL3
Ra L = where ∆T = ∆TL / 2 (4)
να
Ra L = 9.8m / s 2 (1/ 303K ) ×10.4K (1m ) /16.19 ×10−6 m 2 / s × 22.9 × 10−6 m 2 / s = 9.07 × 108.
3
9
Since RaL < 10 , the boundary layer flow is laminar; hence the correlation of Eq. 9.27 is appropriate,
hL 0.670 Ra1/ 4
Nu L = = 0.68 + L (5)
k 4/9
⎡ ⎤
1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )
9 /16
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
(
⎡ 0.0265 W / m ⋅ K ⎤ ⎧0.68 + 0.670 9.07 × 108
) 9 /16 ⎤ 4 / 9 ⎫
1/ 4
/ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.707 )
2
h= ⎬ = 2.38 W / m ⋅ K.
⎢⎣ 1m ⎥⎦ ⎨⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎭
From Eqs. (1) and (2) with numerical values for h and ∆TL/2, find
q′′s = 2.38 W / m 2 ⋅ K × 10.4D C = 24.8 W / m 2 . <
COMMENTS: Recognize that radiation exchange with the environment will be significant.
−4 4
(
2
Assuming Ts = TL / 2 , Tsur = T∞ and ε = 1, find q′′rad = σ Ts − Tsur = 66 W / m . )
PROBLEM 9.27
KNOWN: Vertical circuit board dissipating 5W to ambient air.
FIND: (a) Maximum temperature of the board assuming uniform surface heat flux and (b)
Temperature of the board for an isothermal surface condition.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Either uniform q′′s or Ts on the board, (2) Quiescent room air.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf =(TL/2 + T∞)/2 or (Ts + T∞)/2, 1 atm), values used in
iterations:
6 2 3 6 2
Iteration Tf(K) ν⋅10 (m /s) k⋅10 (W/m⋅K) α⋅10 (m /s) Pr
1 312 17.10 27.2 24.3 0.705
2 324 18.30 28.1 26.1 0.704
3 319 17.80 27.7 25.3 0.704
4 320 17.90 27.8 25.4 0.704
ANALYSIS: (a) For the uniform heat flux case (see Section 9.6.1), the heat flux is
q′′s = h∆TL / 2 where ∆TL / 2 = TL / 2 − T∞ (1,2)
q′′s = q / As = 5W / ( 0.150m ) = 222 W / m 2 .

2
and
The maximum temperature on the board will occur at x = L and from Eq. 9.28 is
∆Tx = 1.15 ( x / L )
1/ 5
∆TL / 2 (3)
TL = Tmax = T∞ + 1.15 ∆TL / 2 .
The average heat transfer coefficient h is estimated from a vertical (uniform Ts) plate
correlation based upon the temperature difference ∆TL/2. Recognize that an iterative
procedure is required: (i) assume a value of TL/2, use Eq. (2) to find ∆TL/2; (ii) evaluate the
Rayleigh number
Ra L = g β∆TL / 2 L3 / να (4)
and select the appropriate correlation (either Eq. 9.26 or 9.27) to estimate h; (iii) use Eq. (1)
with values of h and ∆TL/2 to find the calculated value of q′′s ; and (iv) repeat this procedure
2
until the calculated value for q′′s is close to q′′s = 222 W/m , the required heat flux.
Continued …..
To evaluate properties for the correlation, use the film temperature,
Tf = ( TL / 2 + T∞ ) / 2. (5)
Iteration #1: Assume TL/2 = 50°C and from Eqs. (2) and (5) find
D D
∆TL / 2 = ( 50 − 27 ) C = 23D C Tf = ( 50 + 27 ) C / 2 = 312K.
From Eq. (4), with β = 1/Tf, the Rayleigh number is
Ra L = 9.8m / s
2
(1/ 312K ) × 23D C ( 0.150m )3 / (17.10 × 10 −6 2
)(
m / s × 24.3 × 10
−6 2
)
m / s = 5.868 × 10 .
6
Since Ra L < 109 , the flow is laminar and Eq. 9.27 is appropriate
hL 0.670 Ra1/ 4
Nu L = = 0.68 + L
k 4/9
⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
hL =
0.150m
⎧
0.0272 W / m ⋅ K
⎨0.68 + 0.670 5.868 × 10
⎩
(
6 1/ 4 ⎡
⎣ )
/ 1 + ( 0.492 / 0.705 )
9 /16 ⎤ 4 / 9 ⎫
⎦
2
⎬ = 4.71 W / m ⋅ K.
⎭
Using Eq. (1), the calculated heat flux is
q′′s = 4.71W / m 2 ⋅ K × 23D C = 108 W / m 2 .
2
Since q′′s < 222 W/m , the required value, another iteration with an increased estimate for
TL/2 is warranted. Further iteration results are tabulated.
Iteration TL/2(°C) ∆TL/2(°C) Tf(K) RaL (

h W / m2 ⋅ K ) (
q′′s W / m 2 )
7
2 75 48 324 1.026×10 5.57 268
6
3 65 38 319 8.749×10 5.29 201
6
4 68 41 320 9.321×10 5.39 221
After Iteration 4, close agreement between the calculated and required q′′s is achieved with
TL/2 = 68°C. From Eq. (3), the maximum board temperature is
D
TL = Tmax = 27D C + 1.15 ( 41) C = 74D C. <
(b) For the uniform temperature case, the procedure for estimation of the average heat transfer
coefficient is the same. Hence,
Ts = TL / 2 qs′′ = 68D C. <
COMMENTS: In both cases, q = 5W and
h = 5.38 W / m 2 . However, the temperature
distributions for the two cases are quite
different as shown on the sketch. For q′′s =
1/5
constant, ∆Tx ~ x according to Eq. 9.28.
PROBLEM 9.28
KNOWN: Coolant flow rate and inlet and outlet temperatures. Dimensions and emissivity of channel
side walls. Temperature of surroundings. Power dissipation.
FIND: (a) Temperature of sidewalls for εs = 0.15, (b) Temperature of sidewalls for εs = 0.90, (c)
Sidewall temperatures with loss of coolant for εs = 0.15 and εs = 0.90.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, (2) Negligible heat transfer from top and bottom surfaces of duct,
(3) Isothermal side walls, (4) Large surroundings, (5) Coolant is incompressible liquid with negligible
viscous dissipation, (6) Constant properties.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, air ( Tm = 298 K ) : cp = 1007 J/kg⋅K. Air properties required for the free
convection calculations depend on Ts and were evaluated as part of the iterative solution obtained
using the IHT software.
ANALYSIS: (a) The heat dissipated by the components is transferred by forced convection to the
coolant (qc), as well as by natural convection (qconv) and radiation (qrad) to the ambient air and the
surroundings. Hence,
q = q c + q conv + q rad = 200 W (1)
qc = mc ( )
p Tm,o − Tm,i = 0.015 kg / s ×1007 J / kg ⋅ K ×10°C = 151W (2)
qconv = 2h As ( Ts − T∞ ) (3)
where A s = H × L = 0.32 m 2 and h is obtained from Eq. 9.26, with Ra H = gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) H 3 / αν .

2
⎧ ⎫
⎪
k⎪ 0.387 Ra H1/ 6 ⎪⎪
h = ⎨0.825 +
8 / 27 ⎬
(3a)
H⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪
(
q rad = 2 As ε s σ Ts4 − Tsur
4
) (4)
Substituting Eqs. (2) – (4) into (1) and solving using the IHT software with εs = 0.15, we obtain
Ts = 308.8 K = 35.8°C <

The corresponding heat rates are qconv = 39.6 W and qrad = 9.4 W.
(b) For εs = 0.90 and qc = 151 W, the solution to Eqs. (1) – (4) yields
Continued …..
Ts = 301.8 K = 28.8°C <

with qconv = 18.7 W and qrad = 30.3 W. Hence, enhanced emission from the surface yields a lower
operating temperature and heat transfer by radiation now exceeds that due to conduction.
(c) With loss of coolant flow, we can expect all of the heat to be dissipated from the sidewalls (qc = 0).
Solving Eqs. (1), (3) and (4), we obtain
ε s = 0.15 : Ts = 341.8 K = 68.8°C <

q conv = 165.9 W, q rad = 34.1W
ε s = 0.90 : Ts = 322.5 K = 49.5°C <

q conv = 87.6 W, q rad = 112.4 W
Since the temperature of the electronic components exceeds that of the sidewalls, the value of Ts =
68.8°C corresponding to εs = 0.15 may be unacceptable, in which case the high emissivity coating
should be applied to the walls.
COMMENTS: For the foregoing cases the convection coefficient is in the range 3.31 ≤ h ≤ 5.31
2
W/m ⋅K, with the smallest value corresponding to (qc = 151 W, εs = 0.90) and the largest value to (qc
2
= 0, εs = 0.15). The radiation coefficient is in the range 0.93 ≤ hrad ≤ 5.96 W/m ⋅K, with the smallest
value corresponding to (qc = 151 W, εs = 0.15) and the largest value to (qc = 0, εs = 0.90).
PROBLEM 9.29
KNOWN: Dimensions, interior surface temperature, and exterior surface emissivity of a refrigerator
door. Temperature of ambient air and surroundings.
FIND: (a) Heat gain with no insulation, (b) Heat gain as a function of thickness for polystyrene
insulation.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Negligible thermal resistance of steel and
polypropylene sheets, (3) Negligible contact resistance between sheets and insulation, (4) One-
dimensional conduction in insulation, (5) Quiescent air.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air (Tf = 288 K): ν = 14.82 × 10-6 m2/s, α = 20.92 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.0253
W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.71, β = 0.00347 K-1.
ANALYSIS: (a) Without insulation, Ts,o = Ts,i = 278 K and the heat gain is
(
q wo = hAs T∞ − Ts,i + εσ As Tsur )
4 − T4
s,i ( )
(
where As = HW = 0.65 m2. With a Rayleigh number of RaH = gβ T∞ − Ts,i H3 αν = 9.8 m/s2(0.00347 )
K-1)(20 K)(1)3/(20.92 × 10-6 m2/s)(14.82 × 10-6 m2/s) = 2.19 × 109, Eq. 9.26 yields
2
⎧ ⎫
( )
1/ 6
⎪⎪ 0.387 2.19 ×109 ⎪⎪
Nu H = ⎨0.825 + = 156.6
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 0.71)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
h = Nu H ( k H ) = 156.6 ( 0.0253 W m ⋅ K 1m ) = 4.0 W m2 ⋅ K
q wo = 4.0 W m 2 ⋅ K 0.65 m 2 ( ) ( 20 K ) + 0.6 (5.67 ×10−8 W m2 ⋅ K 4 )( 0.65 m2 )( 2984 − 2784 ) K 4

q wo = ( 52.00 + 42.3) W = 94.3 W <
(b) With the insulation, Ts,o may be determined by performing an energy balance at the outer surface,
where q′′conv + q′′rad = q′′cond , or
( ) (
4 − T4 = ki T − T
h T∞ − Ts,o + εσ Tsur s,o
L
s,o s,i ) ( )
Using the IHT First Law Model for a Nonisothermal Plane Wall with the appropriate Correlations and
Properties Tool Pads and evaluating the heat gain from
Continued...
kA
(
q w = i s Ts,o − Ts,i
L
)
the following results are obtained for the effect of L on Ts,o and qw.
25 100
80
20
Heat rate, qw(W)

60
15
40
10
20
5 0
0 0.005 0.01 0.015 0.02 0.025 0 0.005 0.01 0.015 0.02 0.025
Insulation thickness, L(m) Insulation thickness, L(m)
The outer surface temperature increases with increasing L, causing a reduction in the rate of heat transfer
to the refrigerator compartment. For L = 0.025 m, h = 2.29 W/m2⋅K, hrad = 3.54 W/m2⋅K, qconv = 5.16 W,
qrad = 7.99 W, qw = 13.15 W, and Ts,o = 21.5°C.
COMMENTS: The insulation is extremely effective in reducing the heat load, and there would be little
value to increasing L beyond 25 mm.
PROBLEM 9.30
KNOWN: Air receiving tank of height 2.5 m and diameter 0.75 m; inside air is at 3 atm and 100°C while
outside ambient air is 25°C.
FIND: (a) Receiver wall temperature and heat transfer to the ambient air; assume receiver wall is Ts =
60°C to facilitate use of the free convection correlations; (b) Whether film temperatures Tf,i and Tf,o were
reasonable; if not, use an iteration procedure to find consistent values; and (c) Receiver wall temperatures,
Ts,i and Ts,o, considering radiation exchange from the exterior surface (εs,o = 0.85) and thermal resistance
of the wall (20 mm thick, k = 0.25W/m⋅K); represent the system by a thermal circuit.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Surface radiation effects are negligible, parts (a,b), (2) Losses from top and
bottom of receiver are negligible, (3) Thermal resistance of receiver wall is negligible compared to free
convection resistance, parts (a,b), (4) Interior and exterior air is quiescent and extensive.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (assume Tf,o = 315 K, 1 atm): ν = 1.74 × 10-5 m2/s, k = 0.02741 W/m⋅K,
α = 2.472 × 10-5 m2/s, Pr =0.7049; Table A-4, Air (assume Tf,i = 350 K, 3 atm): ν =2.092 × 10-5 m2/s/3=
6.973 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.030 W/m⋅K, α = 2.990 × 10-5 m2/s/3 = 9.967 × 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.700. Note that
the pressure effect is present for ν and α since ρ(1 atm) = 1/3ρ(3 atm); other properties (cp, k, µ) are
assumed independent of pressure.
ANALYSIS: The heat transfer rate from the
receiver follows from the thermal circuit,
q=
∆T
=
T∞ ,i − T∞ ,o
=
(
A s T∞ ,i − T∞ ,o ) s (1)
Rt 1 ho A s + 1 hi A s 1 h o + 1 hi
where h o and hi must be estimated from free convection correlations. We must assume a value of Ts in
order to obtain first estimates for ∆To = Ts - T∞ ,o and ∆Ti = T∞,o - Ts as well as Tf,o and Tf,i. Assume
that Ts = 60°C, then ∆To = 60 - 25 = 35°C, Tf,o = 315 K and ∆Ti = 100 - 60 = 40°C, and Tf,i = 350 K.
9.8 m s 2 (1/315 K ) × 35 K ( 2.5 m )
3
gβ∆TL3
Ra L,o = = = 3.952 × 1010
να −5 2
1.74 ×10 −5 2
m s × 2.472 ×10 m s
9.8 m s 2 (1/350 K ) × 40 K ( 2.5 m )

3
Ra L,i = = 2.518 ×1011
6.973 ×10−6 m 2 s × 9.967 ×10−6 m 2 s
Approximating the receiver wall as a vertical plate, Eq. 9.26 yields
Continued...
2 2
⎡ ⎤ ⎡
( ⎤
)
1/ 6
⎢ 0.387Ra1/ 6 ⎥ ⎢ 0.387 3.952 × 1010 ⎥
L,o
Nu L,o = ⎢ 0.825 + ⎥ = ⎢ 0.825 + ⎥ = 390.0
8 / 27 8 / 27
⎢ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎥ ⎢ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 0.7049 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎥
⎣⎢ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎦⎥ ⎣⎢ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎥⎦
2
⎡
( ⎤
)
1/ 6
h L,i L ⎢ 0.387 2.518 × 1011 ⎥
Nu L,i = = ⎢ 0.825 + ⎥ = 706.4
8 / 27
k ⎢ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 0.700 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎥
⎣⎢ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎦⎥
0.02741 W m ⋅ K 2 0.030 W m ⋅ K 2
hL,o = × 390.0 = 4.27 W m ⋅ K hL,i = × 706.4 = 8.48 W m ⋅ K
2.5m 2.5m
From Eq. (1),
⎡ 1 1 ⎤ 2
q = π × 0.75m × 2.5m (100 − 25 ) K ⎢ + m K ⋅ W = 1225W <
⎣ 4.27 8.48 ⎥⎦
Also,
(
Ts = T∞,i − q h i As = 100D C − 1255 W 8.48 W m 2 ⋅ K × π × 0.75 m × 2.5 m = 74.9D C ) <
(b) From the above result for Ts, the computed film temperatures are
Tf ,o = 323 K Tf ,i = 360 K
as compared to assumed values of 315 and 350 K, respectively. Using IHT Correlation Tools for the
Free Convection, Vertical Plate, and the thermal circuit representing Eq. (1) to find Ts, rather than using
as assumed value,
T∞,o − Ts Ts − T∞,o
=
1 ho 1 ho
we found
q = 1262 W Ts = 71.4°C <
with Tf,o = 321K and 359 K. The iteration only influenced the heat rate slightly.
(c) Considering effects due to thermal resistance of the tank wall and radiation exchange, the thermal
resistance network representing the system is shown below.
Continued …..
Using the IHT Model, Thermal Network, with the Correlation Tool for Free Convection, Vertical Plate,
and Properties Tool for Air, a model was developed which incorporates all the foregoing equations of
parts (a,b), but includes the thermal resistance of the wall, Table 3.3,
An ( D i D o )
R wall = D o = Di + 2 × t
2π Lk
The results of the analyses are tabulated below showing for comparison those from parts (a) and (b):
Rcv,i Rw Rcv,o Rrad Ts,i Ts,o q

Part (K/W) (K/W) (K/W) (K/W) (°C) (°C) W
(a) 0.0200 0 0.0398 ∞ 74.9* 74.9* 1255
(b) 0.0227 0 0.0367 ∞ 71.4 71.4 1262
(c) 0.0219 0.0132 0.0419 0.0280 68.4 49.3 1445
*Recall we assumed Ts = 60°C in order to simplify the correlation calculation with fixed values of ∆Ti,
∆To as well as Tf,o, Tf,i.
COMMENTS: (1) In the table note the slight difference between results using assumed values for Tf and
∆T in the correlations (part (a)) and the exact solution (part (b)).
(2) In the part (c) results, considering thermal resistance of the wall and the radiation exchange process,
the net effect was to reduce the overall thermal resistance of the system and, hence, the heat rate
increased.
(3) In the part (c) analysis, the IHT Thermal Resistance Network model was used to create the thermal
circuit and generate the required energy balances. The convection resistances were determined from
appropriate Convection Correlation Tools. The code was developed in two steps: (1) Solve the energy
balance relations from the Network with assigned values for hi and ho to demonstrate that the energy
relations were correct and then (2) Call in the Convection Correlations and solve with variable
coefficients. Because this equation set is very stiff, we used the intrinsic heat transfer function
Tfluid_avg and followed these steps in the solution: Step (1): Assign constant values to the film
temperatures, Tfi and Tfo, and to the temperature differences in the convection correlations, ∆Ti and ∆To;
and in the Initial Guesses table, restrain all thermal resistances to be positive (minimum value = 1e-20);
Solve; Step (2): Allow the film temperatures to be unknowns but keep assigned variables for the
temperature differences; use the Load option and Solve. Step (3): Repeat the previous step but allowing
the temperature differences to be unknowns. Even though you get a "successful solve" message, repeat
the Load-Solve sequence until you see no changes in key variables so that you are assured that the Solver
has fully converged on the solution.
PROBLEM 9.31
KNOWN: Dimensions and emissivity of cylindrical solar receiver. Incident solar flux. Temperature
of ambient air.
FIND: (a) Heat loss and collection efficiency for a prescribed receiver temperature, (b) Effect of
receiver temperature on heat losses and collector efficiency.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, (2) Ambient air is quiescent, (3) Incident solar flux is uniformly
distributed over receiver surface, (4) All of the incident solar flux is absorbed by the receiver, (5)
Negligible irradiation from the surroundings, (6) Uniform receiver surface temperature, (7) Curvature
of cylinder has a negligible effect on boundary layer development, (8) Constant properties.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, air (Tf = 550 K): k = 0.0439 W/m⋅K, ν = 45.6 × 10 m /s, α = 66.7 ×
-6 2 -3 -1
10 m /s, Pr = 0.683, β = 1.82 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: (a) The total heat loss is
q = q rad + q conv = As εσ Ts4 + hAs ( Ts − T∞ )

3 2 -3 -1 3 -12 4 2
With RaL = gβ (Ts - T∞)L /να = 9.8 m/s (1.82 × 10 K ) 500K (12m) /(45.6 × 66.7 × 10 m /s )
12
= 5.07 × 10 , Eq. 9.26 yields
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪
k⎪ 0.387 Ra L1/ 6 ⎪⎪ 0.0439 W / m ⋅ K
h = ⎨0.825 +
8 / 27 ⎬ = {0.825 + 42.4}2 = 6.83 W / m 2 ⋅ K
L⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪ 12m
⎩⎪ ⎢
⎣ ⎥
⎦ ⎭⎪
2
Hence, with As = πDL = 264 m
q = 264 m 2 × 0.2 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 ( 800 K ) + 264 m 2 × 6.83 W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 500 K )

4
q = q rad + q conv = 1.23 × 106 W + 9.01× 105 W = 2.13 × 106 W <

With A s q s′′ = 2.64 × 107 W, the collector efficiency is
⎛ As q′′s − q ⎞
η =⎜ ⎟100 =
(
2.64 × 107 − 2.13 ×106 W
(100 ) = 91.9%
) <
⎝ As q′′s ⎠ 2.64 × 107 W
Continued …..
(b) As shown below, because of its dependence on temperature to the fourth power, qrad increases
more significantly with increasing Ts than does qconv, and the effect on the efficiency is pronounced.
5E6 100
4E6 95
Collector efficiency, %
Heat rate, W
3E6
90
2E6
85
1E6
80
0
600 700 800 900 1000
75
Receiver temperature, K
600 700 800 900 1000
Convection Receiver temperature, K
Radiation
Total
COMMENTS: The collector efficiency is also reduced by the inability to have a perfectly absorbing
receiver. Partial reflection of the incident solar flux will reduce the efficiency by at least several
percent.
PROBLEM 9.32
KNOWN: An experimental apparatus for measuring the local convection coefficient and the
boundary layer temperature distribution for a heated vertical plate immersed in an extensive, quiescent
fluid.
FIND: (a) An expression for estimating the radiation heat flux from the sensor as a function of the
surface emissivity, surroundings temperature, and the quantity (Ts - T∞); (b) Using this expression,
apply the correction to the measured total heat flux, q′′tot , (see Table 1 below for data) to obtain the
convection heat flux, q′′cv , and calculate the convection coefficient; (c) Calculate and plot the local
convection coefficient, hx(x), as a function the x-coordinate using the similarity solution, Eqs. 9.19
and 9.20; on the same graph, plot the experimental points; comment on the comparison between the
experimental and analytical results; and (d) Compare the experimental boundary-layer air temperature
measurements (see Table 2 below for data) with results from the similarity solution, Fig. 9.4(b).
Summarize the results of your analysis using the similarity parameter, η, and the dimensionless
temperature, T∗ . Comment on the comparison between the experimental and analytical results.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Test plate at a uniform temperature, (3) Ambient
air is quiescent, (4) Room walls are isothermal and at the same temperature as the plate.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf =(Ts + T∞)/2 = 300 K, 1 atm): ν = 15.89 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0263
W/m·K, Pr = 0.707, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: (a) The radiation heat flux from the sensor as a function of the surface emissivity,
surroundings temperature, and the quantity (Ts - T∞) follows from Eqs. (1.8) and (1.9)
q′′rad = h rad ( Ts − T∞ ) h rad = εσ ( Ts + T∞ ) Ts2 + T∞

2
( ) (1,2)
where Tsur = T∞. Since Ts ≈ T∞, h rad ≈ 4εσ T3 where T = ( Ts + T∞ ) / 2.
(b) Using the above expression, the radiation heat flux, q′′rad , is calculated. This correction is applied
to the measured total heat flux, q′′tot , to obtain the convection heat flux, q′′cv , from which the local
convection coefficient, hx,exp is calculated.
q′′cv = q′′tot − q′′rad (3)
h′′x,exp = q′′cv / ( Ts − T∞ ) (4)
Continued …..
The heat flux sensor data are given in the first row of the table below, and the subsequent rows labeled
(b) are calculated using Eqs. (1, 3, 4).
Table 1
Heat flux sensor data and convection coefficient calculation results
Ts – T∞ = 7.7 K ⇒ Ts = 303.7 K,Tf = T ≈ 300 K
x (mm) 25 75 175 275 375 475
Data ′′ (W/m2)
qtot 41.4 27.2 22.0 20.1 18.3 17.2
(b) ′′ (W/m2)
qrad 2.28 2.28 2.28 2.28 2.28 2.28
(b) qcv′′ (W/m2) 39.0 24.8 19.6 17.7 15.9 14.8
(b) hx,exp (W/m ⋅K) 2
5.07 3.23 2.55 2.30 2.07 1.93
(c) hx,ss (W/m2⋅K) 4.16 3.16 2.56 2.29 2.12 1.99
(c) The similarity solution for the vertical surface, Section 9.4, provides the expression for the local
Nusselt number in terms of the dimensionless parameters T∗ and η. Using Eqs. (9.19) and (9.20),
h x,ss x
= ( Grx / 4 ) g ( Pr )
1/ 4
Nu x = (5)
k
0.75 Pr1/ 2
g ( Pr ) = (6)
( )
1/ 4
0.609 + 1.221 Pr1/ 2 + 1.238 Pr
where the local Grashof number is
Grx = gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) x3 / ν 2 (7)
and the thermophysical properties are evaluated at the film temperature, Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2. Inserting
numerical values results in hx,ss = 1.66(x)-1/4. The results are shown in Table 1 above.
Using the above relations in the IHT workspace along with the properties library for air, the
convection coefficient hx,ss is calculated for selected values of x. The results in the graph below
compared to the experimental results.
6
Similarity Solution
Experimental Results
5
4
h (W/m^2.K)
0
0 0.05 0.1 0.15 0.2 0.25 0.3 0.35 0.4 0.45 0.5
x (m)
Continued …..
The experimental results and the calculated similarity solution coefficients are in good agreement
except near the leading edge.
(d) The experimental boundary-layer air temperature measurements for three discrete y-locations at
two x-locations are shown in the first two rows of the table below. From Eq. 9.13, the similarity
parameter is
1/ 4
y ⎛ Grx ⎞
η= ⎜ ⎟
x⎝ 4 ⎠
and the dimensionless temperature for the experimental data are
∗ = T − T∞
Texp
Ts − T∞
∗
Figure 9.4(b) is used to obtain the dimensionless temperature from the similarity solution, Tss , for the
required values of η and are tabulated below.
Table 2
Boundary-layer air temperature data and similarity solution results
Ts – T∞ = 7.3 K
x = 200 mm, Grx = 7.6×10 x = 400 mm, Grx = 6.0×10
6 7
y (mm) 2.5 5.0 10.0 2.5 5.0 10.0

T(x,y) - T∞ (K) 5.5 3.8 1.6 5.9 4.5 2.0
*
Texp 0.753 0.521 0.219 0.808 0.616 0.274
η 0.46 0.93 1.86 0.39 0.78 1.56
Tss* 0.79 0.58 0.23 0.82 0.65 0.31
∗
The experimentally determined dimensionless temperatures, Texp , are systematically lower than those
∗
from the similarity solution Tss , but are in reasonable agreement.
PROBLEM 9.33
KNOWN: Transformer which dissipates 1000 W whose surface is to be maintained at 47°C in
quiescent air and surroundings at 27°C.
FIND: Power removal (a) by free convection and radiation from lateral and upper horizontal surfaces
and (b) with 30 vertical fins attached to lateral surface.
SCHEMATIC:
D=0.23m
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Fins are isothermal at lateral surface temperature, Ts, (2) Vertical fins and
lateral surface behave as vertical plate, (3) Transformer has isothermal surfaces and loses heat only on
top and side.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (27+47)°C/2=310K, 1 atm): ν = 16.90 × 10 m /s, k = 27.0 ×
-3 -6 2
10 W/m⋅K, α = 23.98 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.706, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: (a) For the vertical lateral (lat) and top horizontal (top) surfaces, the heat loss by
radiation and convection is
( ) (
q = q lat + q top = h lat + h r π DL ( Ts − T∞ ) + h top + h r π 2 D / 4 ( Ts − T∞ ) )( )
where, from Eq. 1.9, the linearized radiation coefficient is
h r = εσ ( Ts + T∞ ) Ts2 + T∞ 2
( )
(
h r = 0.8 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 ( 320 + 300 ) K 3202 + 3002 K 2 = 5.41W / m 2 ⋅ K. )
The free convection coefficient for the lateral and top surfaces is:
Lateral-vertical plate: Using Eq. 9.26 with
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) H3 9.8 m / s 2 (1/ 310 K )( 47 − 27 ) K ( 0.5 m )
3
Ra L = = = 1.950 ×108
να −6 2
16.90 ×10 m / s × 23.98 ×10 m / s− 6 2
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387Ra1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + L
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
2
⎧ ⎫
( )
1/ 6
⎪⎪ 0.387 1.950 ×108 ⎪⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + = 74.5
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.706 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪
h lat = Nu L ⋅ k / H = 74.5 × 0.027 W / m ⋅ K / 0.5 m = 4.02 W / m2 ⋅ K.
Continued …..
Top-horizontal plate: Using Eq. 9.30 with
π D2 / 4
Lc = As / P = = D / 4 = 0.0575 m
πD
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) Lc3 9.8 m / s 2 (1/ 310 K )( 47 − 27 ) K ( 0.0575 m )

3
Ra L = = = 2.97 ×105
να 16.90 ×10−6 m 2 / s × 23.98 ×10−6 m 2 / s
( )
1/ 4
Nu L = 0.54Ra1/ 4
L = 0.54 2.97 ×10
5 = 12.6
h top = Nu L ⋅ k / Lc = 12.6 × 0.027 W / m ⋅ K / 0.0575 m = 5.92 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
Hence, the heat loss by convection and radiation is
q = ( 4.02 + 5.41) W / m 2 ⋅ K (π × 0.23m × 0.50 m )( 47 − 27 ) K

(
+ ( 5.92 + 5.41) W / m 2 ⋅ K π × 0.232 m 2 / 4 ( 47 − 27 ) K )
q = ( 68.2 + 4.50 ) W = 72.7 W. <
(b) The effect of adding the vertical fins is to increase the area of the lateral surface to
A wf = ⎡⎣π DH − 30 ( t ⋅ H ) ⎤⎦ + 30 × 2 ( w ⋅ H )
A wf = ⎡⎢π 0.23 m × 0.50 m − 30 ( 0.005 × 0.500 ) m 2 ⎤⎥ + 30 × 2 ( 0.075 × 0.500 ) m 2

⎣ ⎦
A wf = [ 0.361 − 0.075] m 2 + 2.25 m 2 = 2.536 m 2 .

where t and w are the thickness and width of the fins, respectively. Hence, the heat loss is now
q = q lat + q top = ( h lat + h r ) A wf ( Ts − T∞ ) + q top
q = ( 4.02 + 5.41) W / m 2 × 2.536 m 2 × 20 K + 4.50 W = 483 W. <

Adding the fins to the lateral surface increases the heat loss by a factor of more than six.
COMMENTS: Since the fins are not likely to have 100% efficiency, our estimate is optimistic.
Further, since the fins see one another, as well as the lateral surface, the radiative heat loss is over
predicted.
PROBLEM 9.34
KNOWN: Surface temperature of a long duct and ambient air temperature.
FIND: Heat gain to the duct per unit length of the duct.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Surface radiation effects are negligible, (2) Ambient air is quiescent.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (T∞ + Ts)/2 ≈ 300K, 1 atm): ν = 15.89 × 10 m /s, k =
-6 2
0.0263 W/m⋅K, α = 22.5 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.707, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: The heat gain to the duct can be expressed as
q′ = 2q′s + q′t + q′b = ( 2 h s ⋅ H + h t ⋅ W + h b ⋅ W ) ( T∞ − Ts ) . (1)
Consider now correlations to estimate hs , h t , and h b . From Eq. 9.25, for the sides with L ≡ H,
gβ ( T∞ − Ts ) L3 9.8 m / s2 (1/ 300K )( 35 − 10 ) K × ( 0.2m )

3
Ra L = = = 1.827 ×107. (2)
να −6 2
15.89 ×10 m / s × 22.5 ×10 m / s − 6 2
Eq. 9.27 is appropriate to estimate h s ,
( )
1/ 4
0.670 Ra1/ 4 0.670 1.827 ×107
Nu L = 0.68 + L = 0.68 + = 34.29
4/9 4/9
⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr ) 9 /16 ⎤ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.707 ) 9 /16 ⎤
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
hs = Nu L ⋅ k / L = 34.29 × 0.0263 W / m ⋅ K / 0.2m = 4.51W / m 2 ⋅ K. (3)
For the top and bottom portions of the duct, L ≡ As/P ≈ W/2, (see Eq. 9.29), find the Rayleigh number
6
from Eq. (2) with L = 0.1 m, RaL = 2.284 × 10 . From the correlations, Eqs. 9.30 and 9.32 for the top
and bottom surfaces, respectively, find
ht =
k
( W / 2)
× 0.54 Ra1/
L 0.1m ( )
4 = 0.0263 W / m ⋅ K × 0.54 2.284 × 106 1/ 4 = 5.52 W / m 2 ⋅ K. (4)
hb =
k
( W / 2)
× 0.27Ra1/
L 0.1m ( )
4 = 0.0263 W / m ⋅ K × 0.27 2.284 × 106 1/ 4 = 2.76 W / m 2 ⋅ K. (5)
The heat rate, Eq. (1), can now be evaluated using the heat transfer coefficients estimated from Eqs.
(3), (4), and (5).
(
q′ = 2 × 4.51W / m 2 ⋅ K × 0.2m + 5.52 W / m 2 ⋅ K × 0.2m + 2.76 W / m 2 ⋅ K × 0.2m 35 − 10 K )( )
q′ = 86.5 W / m. <
COMMENTS: Radiation surface effects will be significant in this situation. With knowledge of the
duct emissivity and surroundings temperature, the radiation heat exchange could be estimated.
PROBLEM 9.35
KNOWN: Inner surface temperature and dimensions of rectangular duct. Thermal conductivity,
thickness and emissivity of insulation.
FIND: (a) Outer surface temperatures and heat losses from the walls, (b) Effect of insulation thickness
on outer surface temperatures and heat losses.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Ambient air is quiescent, (2) One-dimensional conduction, (3) Steady-state.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air (obtained from Properties Tool Pad of IHT).
ANALYSIS: (a) The analysis follows that of Example 9.3, except the surface energy balance must now
include the effect of radiation. Hence, q′′cond = q′′conv + q′′rad , in which case
( ki t ) ( Ts,1 − Ts,2 ) = h ( Ts,2 − T∞ ) + h r ( Ts,2 − Tsur )
( ) ( Ts,2 sur )
where h r = εσ Ts,2 + Tsur 2 + T 2 . Applying this expression to each of the top, bottom and
side walls, with the appropriate correlation obtained from the Correlations Tool Pad of IHT, the
following results are determined for t = 25 mm.
Sides: Ts,2 = 19.3°C, h = 2.82 W/m2⋅K, hrad = 5.54 W/m2⋅K

Top: Ts,2 = 19.3°C, h = 2.94 W/m2⋅K, hrad = 5.54 W/m2⋅K <
Bottom: Ts,2 = 20.1°C, h = 1.34 W/m2⋅K, hrad = 5.56 W/m2⋅K
With q′′ = q′′cond , the surface heat losses may also be evaluated, and we obtain
Sides: q′ = 2H q ′′ = 21.6 W/m; Top: q′ = w q ′′ = 27.0 W/m; Bottom: q′ = w q ′′ = 26.2 W/m <
(b) For the top surface, the following results are obtained from the parametric calculations
Continued...
45 300
Surface temperature, Ts2(C)
Heat loss, q'(W/m)

35 200
25 100
15 0
0 0.01 0.02 0.03 0.04 0.05 0 0.01 0.02 0.03 0.04 0.05
Insulation thickness, t(m) Insulation thickness, t(m)
COMMENTS: Contrasting the heat rates of part (a) with those predicted in Comment 1 of Example 9.3,
it is evident that radiation is significant and increases the total heat loss from 57.6 W/m to 74.8 W/m. As
shown in part (b), reductions in Ts,o and q ′ may be effected by increasing the insulation thickness above
0.025 W/m⋅K, although attendant benefits diminish with increasing t.
PROBLEM 9.36
KNOWN: Electric heater at bottom of tank of 400mm diameter maintains surface at 70°C
with engine oil at 5°C.
FIND: Power required to maintain 70°C surface temperature.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Oil is quiescent, (2) Quasi-steady state conditions exist.

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PROPERTIES: Table A-5, Engine Oil (Tf = (T∞ + Ts)/2 = 310K): ν = 288 × 10 m /s, k =
-7 2 -3 -1
0.145 W/m⋅K, α = 0.847 × 10 m /s, β = 0.70 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: The heat rate from the bottom heater surface to the oil is
q = hAs ( Ts − T∞ )
where h is estimated from the appropriate correlation depending upon the Rayleigh number
RaL, from Eq. 9.25, using the characteristic length, L, from Eq. 9.29,
As π D 2 / 4 D 0.4m
L= = = = = 0.1m.
P πD 4 4
The Rayleigh number is
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) L3
Ra L =
να
9.8m / s 2 × 0.70 ×10−3 K −1 ( 70 − 5 ) K × 0.13 m3

Ra L = = 1.828 ×107.
− 6 2
288 ×10 m / s × 0.847 ×10 m / s − 7 2
The appropriate correlation is Eq. 9.31 giving
Nu L =
hL
k
= 0.15 Ra1/
L (
3 = 0.15 1.828 ×107 1/ 3 = 39.5
)
k 0.145 W / m ⋅ K
h= Nu L = × 39.5 = 57.3 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
L 0.1m
The heat rate is then
q = 57.3 W / m 2 ⋅ K (π / 4 )( 0.4m ) ( 70 − 5 ) K = 468 W.

2
<
COMMENTS: Note that the characteristic length is D/4 and not D; however, As is based
upon D. Recognize that if the oil is being continuously heated by the plate, T∞ could change.
Hence, here we have analyzed a quasi-steady state condition.
PROBLEM 9.37
KNOWN: Horizontal, straight fin fabricated from plain carbon steel with thickness 6 mm and length 100
mm; base temperature is 150°C and air temperature is 25°C.
FIND: (a) Fin heat rate per unit width, q′f , assuming an average fin surface temperature Ts = 125D C for
estimating free convection and linearized radiation coefficient; how sensitive is q′f to the assumed value
for Ts ?; (b) Compute and plot the heat rate, q′f as a function of emissivity 0.05 ≤ ε ≤ 0.95; show also
the fraction of the total heat rate due to radiation exchange.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Air is quiescent medium, (2) Surface radiation effects are negligible, (3) One
dimensional conduction in fin, (4) Characteristic length, Lc = As P = AL ( 2A + 2L ) ≈ L 2 .
(
PROPERTIES: Plain carbon steel, Given Tfin ≈ 125D C ≈ 400 K : k = 57 W m ⋅ K, ε = 0.5 ; Table A- )
4, Air ( Tf = ( Tfin + T∞ ) / 2 = (125 + 25 ) C / 2 ≈ 350 K, 1 atm): ν = 20.92 × 10-6 m2/s, α = 29.9 × 10-6
D
m2/s, k = 0.030 W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.70, β = 1/Tf.

ANALYSIS: (a) We estimate h as the average of the values for a heated plate facing upward and a
heated plate facing downward. See Table 9.2, Case 3(a) and (b). Begin by evaluating the Rayleigh
number, using Eq. 9.29 for Lc.
gβ ( Tfin − T∞ ) L3c 9.8 m s 2 (1 350K )(125 − 25 ) K × ( 0.1m 2 )
3
Ra L = = = 5.595 × 105
να −6 2 −6 2
20.92 × 10 m s × 29.9 × 10 m s
An average fin temperature of Tfin ≈ 125D C has been assumed in evaluating properties and RaL.
According to Table 9.2, Eqs. 9.30 and 9.32 are appropriate. For the upper fin surface, Eq. 9.30,
( )
1/ 4
Nu L = h Lc k = 0.54Ra1/ 4
L = 0.54 5.595 × 10
5
= 14.77
h upper = Nu L k Lc = 14.77 × 0.030 W m ⋅K 0.05 m = 8.86 W m 2⋅ K.

For the lower fin surface, Eq. 9.32,
( )
1/ 4
Nu L = h L k = 0.27Ra1/ 4
L = 0.27 5.595 × 10
5
= 7.384
h lower = Nu L k L = 7.384 × 0.030 W m ⋅K 0.05 m = 4.43 W m 2⋅ K.

The linearized radiation coefficient follows from Eq. 1.9
h r = εσ ( Tfin + Tsur ) Tfin
2
( 2
+ Tsur )
hr = 0.5 × 5.67 × 10
−8
W m ⋅K
2 4
( 398 + 298 ) ( 398 2
+ 298
2
)K 3 2
= 4.88 W m ⋅ K
Continued …..
Hence, the average heat transfer coefficient for the fin is
(
h = h upper + hlower ) 2 + h r = [( 8.86 + 4.43) 2 + 4.88] W m 2⋅ K = 11.53 W m 2 ⋅ K
Assuming the fin tip is adiabatic, from Eq. 3.76,
q f = M tanh ( mL )
( ( ))
1/ 2
−3
M = ( hPkA c ) (150 − 25 ) K = 352.1 W
1/ 2 2
θ b = 11.53 W m ⋅ K × 2A × 57 W m ⋅ K 6 × 10 m×A
( ( ))
1/ 2
m = ( h P k Ac ) = 11.53 W m 2⋅ K × 2A 57 W m ⋅ K 6 × 10−3 m × A = 8.236 m −1
1/ 2
mL = 8.236 m −1 × 0.1m = 0.824
q′f = q f A = 352.1 W m × tanh ( 0.824 ) = 238 W m . <

To determine how sensitive the estimate for h is to the choice of the average fin surface temperature, the
foregoing calculations were repeated using the IHT Correlations Tool and Extended Surface Model and
the results are tabulated below; coefficients have units W m 2⋅ K ,
Tfin ( C)D 125 135 145

150
hupper 4.43 4.54 4.64 Temeprature, T_x (C)

140
h lo w e r 8.86 9.08 9.28
130
hr 4.88 5.11 5.35
h 11.5 11.9 12.3 120
q′ ( W / m ) 238 245 252

110
0 20 40 60 80 100
Distance, x (mm)
The temperature distribution for the Tfin = 125D C case is shown above. With Tfin = 145D C , the tip
temperature is about 2D C higher. It appears that T = 125D C was a reasonable choice. Note T fin fin
is the value at the mid length.
(b) Using the IHT code developed for part (a), the fin heat rate, qf, was plotted as a function of the
emissivity. In this analysis, the convection and radiation coefficients were evaluated for an average fin
temperature Tfin evaluated at L/2. On the same plot we have also shown rad (%) = ( hr h ) × 100 , which
is the portion of the total heat rate due to radiation exchange.
300
qf (W) and rad (%)
200
100
0
0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1
Emissivity, eps
Fin heat rate, qf (W/m)

Percent radiation, rad (%)
PROBLEM 9.38
KNOWN: Width and thickness of sample material. Rate of heat dissipation at bottom surface of
sample and temperatures of top and bottom surfaces. Temperature of quiescent air and surroundings.
FIND: Thermal conductivity and emissivity of the sample.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, (2) One-dimensional conduction in sample, (3) Quiescent air, (4)
Sample is small relative to surroundings, (5) All of the heater power dissipation is transferred through
the sample, (6) Constant properties.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, air (Tf = 335.5K): ν = 19.5 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0289 W/m⋅K, α = 27.8 ×
-6 2 -1
10 m /s, Pr = 0.703, β = 0.00298 K .
ANALYSIS: The thermal conductivity is readily obtained by applying Fourier’s law to the sample.
Hence, with q = Pelec,
70 W / ( 0.250m )
2
Pelec / W 2
k= = = 0.560 W / m ⋅ K <
( T1 − T2 ) / L 50°C / 0.025m
The surface emissivity may be obtained by applying an energy balance to a control surface about the
sample, in which case
Pelec = q conv + q rad = ⎡ h ( T2 − T∞ ) + εσ T24 − Tsur
⎢⎣
4 ⎤ W2
⎥⎦ ( )
( Pelec / W 2 ) − h ( T2 − T∞ )
ε=
σ ( T24 − Tsur
4
)
2 3 5
With L = As/P = W /4W = W/4 = 0.0625m, RaL = gβ(T2 - T∞) L /να = 9.86 × 10 and Eq. 9.30 yields
h=
Nu L k
L
=
k
L
0.54 Ra1/
L 0.0625m (
4 = 0.0289 W / m ⋅ K 0.54 9.86 × 105 1/ 4 = 7.87 W / m 2 ⋅ K
) <
Hence,
70 W / ( 0.250m ) − 7.87 W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 75°C )

2
ε= = 0.815 <
(
5.67 ×10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 3734 − 2984 K 4 )
COMMENTS: The uncertainty in the determination of ε is strongly influenced by uncertainties
associated with using Eq. 9.30. If, for example, h is overestimated by 10%, the actual value of ε
would be 0.905.
PROBLEM 9.39
KNOWN: Diameter, power dissipation, emissivity and temperature of gage(s). Air temperature
(Cases A and B) and temperature of surroundings (Case A).
FIND: (a) Convection heat transfer coefficient (Case A), (b) Convection coefficient and temperature
of surroundings (Case B).
SCHEMATIC:
7
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, (2) Quiescent air, (3) Net radiation exchange from surface of
gage approximates that of a small surface in large surroundings, (4) All of the electrical power is
dissipated by convection and radiation heat transfer from the surface(s) of the gage, (5) Negligible
thickness of strip separating semi-circular disks of Part B, (6) Constant properties.
-6 2 -6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, air (Tf-1= 320K): ν = 17.9 × 10 m /s, α = 25.5 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0278
W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.704, β = 0.00313 K .
2 2
ANALYSIS: (a) With q = qconv + qrad = Pelec and As = πD /4 = 0.0201 m ,
hmeas =
( 4
Pelec − εσ A s T − Tsur
4
) =
10.8 W − 0.8 × 5.67 × 10
−8 2 4
W / m ⋅ K × 0.0201m
2
( 4
340 − 300
4
) K
4
2
= 7.46 W / m ⋅ K <
A s ( T − T∞ ) 0.0201 m
2
( 40 K )
3 5
With L = As/P=D/4=0.04 m and RaL = gβ (T - T∞)L /να = 1.72 × 10 , Eq. 9.30 yields
( )
1/ 4
5
k 0.0278 W / m ⋅ K × 0.54 1.72 × 10
h= 0.54 Ra L
1/ 4
= = 7.64 W / m ⋅ K
2
<
L 0.04m
Agreement between the two values of h is well within the uncertainty of the measurements.
(b) Since the semi-circular disks have the same temperature, each is characterized by the same
convection coefficient and qconv,1 = qconv,2. Hence, with
Pelec,1 = q conv,1 + ε1 σ ( As / 2 ) T 4 − Tsur
4
( ) (1)
Pelec,2 = q conv,2 + ε 2 σ ( As / 2 ) T 4 − Tsur

4
( ) (2)
1/ 4
⎡ 4 Pelec,1 − Pelec,2 ⎤
1/ 4
⎡ 4.03 W ⎤
= ⎢( 350 ) −
4
= ⎢T − ⎥
( ε1 − ε 2 ) σ ( As / 2 ) ⎥⎦
Tsur
−8
⎣ ⎣⎢ 0.7 × 5.67 × 10 W / m ⋅ K × 0.01m ⎦⎥
2 4 2
Tsur = 264 K <

From Eq. (1), the convection coefficient is then
hmeas =
Pelec,1 − ε1 σ ( A s / 2 ) T − Tsur ( 4 4
) = 9.70 W − 4.60 W = 8.49 W / m 2
⋅K <
( As / 2 )( T − T∞ ) ( 0.01 × 60 ) m 2
⋅K
5
With RaL = 2.58 × 10 , Eq. 9.30 yields
h=
k
L
0.054 Ra L
1/ 4
=
0.0278 W / m ⋅ K
0.04m
(
0.54 2.58 × 10 )
5 1/ 4
= 8.46 W / m ⋅ K
2
<
Again, agreement between the two values of h is well within the experimental uncertainty of the
measurements.
COMMENTS: Because the semi-circular disks are at the same temperature, the characteristic length
corresponds to that of the circular disk, L = D/4.
PROBLEM 9.40
KNOWN: Horizontal, circular grill of 0.2m diameter with emissivity 0.9 is maintained at a uniform
surface temperature of 130°C when ambient air and surroundings are at 24°C.
FIND: Electrical power required to maintain grill at prescribed surface temperature.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Room air is quiescent, (2) Surroundings are large compared to grill surface.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (T∞ + Ts)/2 = (24 + 130)°C/2 = 350K, 1 atm):
-6 2 -6 2
ν = 20.92 ×10 m /s, k = 0.030 W/m⋅K, α = 29.9 × 10 m /s, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: The heat loss from the grill is due to free convection with the ambient air and to
radiation exchange with the surroundings.
q = As ⎡ h ( Ts − T∞ ) + εσ Ts4 − Tsur
⎢⎣ (
4 ⎤.
⎥⎦ ) (1)
Calculate RaL from Eq. 9.25,

Ra L = gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) L3c / να
2
where for a horizontal disc from Eq. 9.29, Lc = As/P = (πD /4)/πD = D/4. Substituting numerical
values, find
9.8 m / s 2 (1/ 350K )(130 − 24 ) K ( 0.25m / 4 )
3
Ra L = = 1.158 ×106.
−6 2 −
20.92 ×10 m / s × 29.9 × 10 m / s 6 2
Since the grill is an upper surface heated, Eq. 9.30 is the appropriate correlation,
Nu L = h L Lc / k = 0.54 Ra1/
L (
4 = 0.54 1.158 ×106 1/ 4 = 17.72
)
h L = Nu L k / Lc = 17.72 × 0.030 W / m ⋅ K / ( 0.25m / 4 ) = 8.50 W / m 2 ⋅ K. (2)
Substituting from Eq. (2) for h into Eq. (1), the heat loss or required electrical power, qelec, is
( (130 + 273 )4 − ( 24 + 273 )4 ) K 4 ⎥

π ⎡ ⎤
(130 − 24 ) K + 0.9 × 5.67 × 10−8
W W
q= ( 0.25m )2 ⎢8.50
4 ⎣ 2
m ⋅K
2 4
m ⋅K ⎦
q = 44.2 W + 46.0 W = 90.2 W. <

COMMENTS: Note that for this situation, free convection and radiation modes are of equal
importance. If the grill were highly polished such that ε ≈ 0.1, the required power would be reduced
by nearly 50%.
PROBLEM 9.41
KNOWN: Power dissipation by a laptop computer CPU. Dimensions and emissivity of the
laptop screen assembly. Thickness and thermal conductivity of plastic casing as well as thermal
contact resistance between heat spreader and plastic casing. Temperature of the surroundings and
of the ambient.
FIND: Temperature of the heat spreader and magnitudes of convection, radiation, conduction
and contact resistances.
SCHEMATIC:
P = 15 W
L = 175 mm
t = 3 mm
Heat spreader,
Ths
θ = 30°
Housing
qconv
qrad T∞ = 23°C
" = 2x10-4 m2·K/W

Rt,c ε = 0.85
k = 0.21 W/m·K
Ts Tsur = 23°C
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Constant properties and steady-state conditions, (2) Large surroundings,
(3) Isothermal heat spreader, (4) Laptop screen can be treated as a suspended plate.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air: (Tf = 310 K assumed): k = 0.02704 W/m⋅K, ν = 1.690 × 10-5
m2/s, α = 2.398 × 10-5 m2/s, Pr = 0.7056.
ANALYSIS: An energy balance on the control surface shown in the schematic yields
P = q conv + q rad = Lw ⎡ h ( Ts − T∞ ) + εσ Ts4 − Tsur

⎣
4 ⎤
⎦ ( )
or
15W = 0.275m × 0.175m ⎡ h ( Ts − 298K ) + 0.85 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 ) Ts4 − (2984 )K 4 ⎤ (1)
⎣ ⎦ ( )
The convection coefficient can be found by using the Churchill and Chu correlation with g
replaced by gcosθ. Hence,
g ( cosθ ) β (Ts − T∞ )L3

Ra L =
ν ⋅α
Continued…
9.8m / s2 × cos30° × (1/ 310K) × (Ts − 298K) × (0.175m)3

Ra L = (2)
1.690 × 10−5 m2 / s × 2.398 × 10−5 m2 / s
and
2
⎧ ⎫
0.02704W / m ⋅ K ⎪ 0.387 × Ra1/ 6
⎪
h= × ⎨0.825 + L
8/ 27 ⎬
(3)
0.175m ⎪ ⎡1 + (0.492 / 0.7056) 9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎭
Simultaneous solution of Equations 1 through 3 yields
Ra L = 1.048 × 107 , Nu L = 31.6, h = 4.89W / m 2 ⋅ K,Ts = 325.2K = 52.2°C
The temperature of the heat spreader is
P ⎡ "
Ths = Ts + R t,c + t / k ⎤ or
Lw ⎣ ⎦
15W ⎡ −4 m ⋅ K
2
3 × 10−3 m ⎤
Ths = 52.2°C +
0.175m × 0.275m ⎣
⎢ 2 × 10
W
+ ⎥ = 56.7°C
0.21W / m ⋅ K ⎦
<
Knowing A = Lw = 0.275 m× 0.175 m = 4.81×10-3 m2, the convection resistance is
1 1
R t,conv = = = 4.30K / W <
hA 4.89W / m ⋅ K × 4.81 × 10−3 m 2
2
The radiation resistance, using
h r = εσ (Ts + Tsur )(Ts2 + Tsur

2
)
= 0.85 × 5.67 × 10−8 (W / m2 ⋅ K 4 ) × (325.2K + 298K) × (325.22 + 2982 )K 2 = 5.84W / m2 ⋅ K
is
1 1
R t,rad = =
h r A 5.84W / m ⋅ K × 4.81 × 10−3 m 2
2
= 3.56K / W <
The conduction resistance is
t 3 × 10−3 m
R t,cond = =
kA 0.21W / m ⋅ K × 4.81 × 10−3 m2
= 0.30K / W <
Continued…
The contact resistance is
R "t,c 2 × 10−4 m 2 ⋅ K / W
R t,c = = = 4.2 × 10−3 K / W <
A 4.81 × 10−3 m 2
COMMENTS: (1) The actual film temperature is Tf = (23°C + 52.2°C)/2 = 37.6°C = 310.6 K.
The assumed value of the film temperature is excellent. (2) The convection and radiation
resistances are large. The radiation resistance cannot be reduced significantly since the emissivity
of the plastic is high. The convection resistance would vary as the laptop screen angle is changed.
PROBLEM 9.42
KNOWN: Material properties, inner surface temperature and dimensions of roof of refrigerated truck
compartment. Solar irradiation and ambient temperature.
FIND: Outer surface temperature of roof and rate of heat transfer to compartment.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Negligible irradiation from the sky, (2) Ts,o > T∞ (hot surface facing upward)
7
and RaL > 10 , (3) Constant properties.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, air (p = 1 atm, Tf ≈ 310K): ν = 16.9 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0270 W/m⋅K, Pr
-6 2 -1
= 0.706, α = ν/Pr = 23.9 × 10 m /s, β = 0.00323 K .
ANALYSIS: From an energy balance for the outer surface,
Ts,o − Ts,i
αSG S − q ′′conv − E = q ′′cond =
R ′′tot
Ts,o − Ts,i
αSGS − h ( Ts,o − T∞ ) − εσ Ts,o =
4
2R ′′p + R ′i′
( )
where R ′′p = t1 / k p = 2.78 × 10−5 m 2 ⋅ K / W and R ′′i = ( t 2 / k i ) = 1.923 m 2 ⋅ K / W. For a hot surface
facing upward and Ra L = gβ ( Ts,o − T∞ ) L3 / αν > 107 , h is obtained from Eq. 9.31. Hence, with
cancellation of L,
1/ 3
⎛ 9.8 m / s 2 × 0.00323 K −1 ⎞
( )
k 1/ 3 1/ 3
h= 0.15 Ra L = 0.15 × 0.0270 W / m ⋅ K ⎜ ⎟ Ts,o − T∞
⎜ −12 4 2 ⎟
L
⎝ 16.9 × 23.9 × 10 m /s ⎠
2
= 1.73 W / m ⋅ K
4/3
( Ts,o − 305 K ) 1/ 3
Hence,
( )
Ts, o − 263K
2
0.5 750 W / m ⋅ K − 1.73 W / m ⋅ K
2 4/3
( Ts, o − 305 )4 / 3 − 0.5 × 5.67 × 10 −8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 Ts,4o =
( 5.56 × 10
−5
) 2
+ 1.923 m ⋅ K / W
Solving, we obtain Ts,o = 318.3K = 45.3°C <

Hence, the heat load is q = ( W ⋅ L t ) q′′cond = ( 3.5m × 10m )
( 45.3 + 10 ) °C = 1007 W <
1.923m 2 ⋅ K / W
COMMENTS: (1) The thermal resistance of the aluminum panels is negligible compared to that of
the insulation. (2) The value of the convection coefficient is h = 1.73 ( Ts,o − T∞ )
1/ 3 2
= 4.10 W / m ⋅ K.
PROBLEM 9.43
KNOWN: Inner surface temperature and composition of a furnace roof. Emissivity of outer surface and
temperature of surroundings.
FIND: (a) Heat loss through roof with no insulation, (b) Heat loss with insulation and inner surface
temperature of insulation, and (c) Thickness of fire clay brick which would reduce the insulation
temperature, Tins,i, to 1350 K.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) One-dimensional conduction through the composite
wall, (3) Negligible contact resistance, (4) Constant properties.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf ≈ 400 K, 1 atm): k = 0.0338 W/m⋅K, ν = 26.4 × 10-6 m2/s, α = 38.3
× 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.69, β = (400 K)-1 = 0.0025 K-1; Table A-1, Steel 1010 (600 K): k = 48.8 W/m⋅K;
Table A-3 Alumina-Silica blanket (64 kg/m3, 750 K): k = 0.125 W/m⋅K; Table A-3, Fire clay brick (1478
K): k = 1.8 W/m⋅K.
ANALYSIS: (a) Without the insulation, the thermal circuit is
Performing an energy balance at the outer surface, it follows that
q cond = q conv + q rad

Ts,i − Ts,o
L1 k1A + L3 k 3A
( )4 − T 4 (1,2)
= hA Ts,o − T∞ + εσ A Ts,o sur ( )
where the radiation term is evaluated from Eq. 1.7. The characteristic length associated with free
convection from the roof is, from Eq. 9.29 L = As P = 16m 2 16 m = 1m . From Eq. 9.25, with an
assumed value for the film temperature, Tf = 400 K,
Ra L =
(
gβ Ts,o − T∞ L3 ) =
(
9.8 m s 2 0.0025 K −1 Ts,o − T∞ )( ) ( l m )3
(
= 2.42 × 107 Ts,o − T∞ )
να −6 2 −6 2
26.4 × 10 m s × 38.3 × 10 m s
Hence, from Eq. 9.31
3 0.0338 W m ⋅ K
( ) c h
1/ 3
k
( )
1/ 3 1/ 3
h = 0.15Ra1/ L = 0.15 2.42 × 107 Ts,o − T∞ = 1.47 Ts,o − T∞ W m 2 ⋅ K .(3)
L 1m
Continued...
The energy balance can now be written
(1700 − Ts,o ) K
( 0.08m 1.8 W m ⋅ K + 0.005m 48.8 W m ⋅ K )
(
= 1.47 Ts,o − 298 K )4 / 3
4 4
+0.3 × 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2 ⋅ K ⎡Ts,o − ( 298 K ) ⎤
4
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
and from iteration, find Ts,o ≈ 895 K. Hence,
{
q = 16m 2 1.47 ( 895 − 298 )
4/3
W m 2 + 0.3 × 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2 ⋅ K 4 ⎡( 895 K ) − ( 298 K ) ⎤
4
⎣⎢
4
⎦⎥}
q = 16m 2 {7, 389 + 10, 780} W m 2 = 2.91 × 105 W . <
(b) With the insulation, an additional conduction resistance is provided and the energy balance at the
outer surface becomes
Ts,i − Ts,o
L1 k1A + L 2 k 2 A + L3 k 3A
(
= hA Ts,o − T∞ + εσ A Ts,o 4 4
− Tsur ) ( (4) )
(1700 − Ts,o ) K
(
= 1.47 Ts,o − 298K )4 / 3
( 0.08m 1.8 + 0.02 0.125 + 0.005 48.8 ) m 2 ⋅ K W
+0.3 × 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2 ⋅ K 4 ⎡ Ts,o − ( 298 K ) ⎤ .

4 4
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
From an iterative solution, it follows that Ts,o ≈ 610 K. Hence,
{
q = 16m 2 1.47 ( 610 − 298 )
4/3
W m 2 + 0.3 × 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2 ⋅ K 4 ⎡( 610 K ) − ( 298 K ) ⎤
4
⎢⎣
4
⎥⎦ }
q = 16m 2 {3111 + 2221} W m 2 = 8.53 × 104 W . <
The insulation inner surface temperature is given by
Ts,i − Tins,i
q= .
L1 k1A
Hence
L 0.08 m
Tins,i = −q 1 + Ts,i = −8.53 × 104 W + 1700 K = 1463 K . <
k1A 1.8 W m ⋅ K × 16m 2
(c) To determine the required thickness L1 of the fire clay brick to reduce Tins,i = 1350 K, we keyed Eq.
(4) into the IHT Workspace and found
L1 = 0.13 m. <
COMMENTS: (1) The accuracy of the calculations could be improved by re-evaluating thermophysical
properties at more appropriate temperatures.
(2) Convection and radiation heat losses from the roof are comparable. The relative contribution of
radiation increases with increasing Ts,o, and hence decreases with the addition of insulation.
(3) Note that with the insulation, Tins,i = 1463 K exceeds the melting point of aluminum (933 K). Hence,
molten aluminum, which can seep through the refractory, would penetrate, and thereby degrade the
insulation, under the specified conditions.
PROBLEM 9.44
KNOWN: Dimensions and emissivity of top surface of amplifier. Temperature of ambient air and large
surroundings.
FIND: Effect of surface temperature on convection, radiation and total heat transfer from the surface.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, (2) Quiescent air.

PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air (Obtained from Properties Tool Pad of IHT).
ANALYSIS: The total heat rate from the surface is q = qconv + qrad. Hence,
q = hAs ( Ts − T∞ ) + εσ As Ts4 − Tsur

4
( )
where As = L2 = 0.25 m2. Using the Correlations and Properties Tool Pads of IHT to evaluate the
average convection coefficient for the upper surface of a heated, horizontal plate, the following results are
obtained.
160
140
120
Heat rate (W)
100
80
60
40
20
50 55 60 65 70 75
Surface temperature, Ts(C)
Total heat rate, q

Convection heat rate, qconv
Radiation heat rate, qrad
Over the prescribed temperature range, the radiation and convection heat rates are virtually identical and
the heat rate increases from approximately 66 to 153 W.
COMMENTS: A surface temperature above 50°C would be excessive and would accelerate electronic
failure mechanisms. If operation involves large power dissipation (> 100 W), the receiver should be
vented.
PROBLEM 9.45
KNOWN: Diameter, thickness, emissivity and initial temperature of silicon wafer. Temperature of
air and surrounding.
FIND: (a) Initial cooling rate, (b) Time required to achieve prescribed final temperature.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Negligible heat transfer from side of wafer, (2) Large surroundings, (3) Wafer
may be treated as a lumped capacitance, (4) Constant properties, (5) Quiescent air.
3
PROPERTIES: Table A-1, Silicon ( T = 187°C = 460K): ρ = 2330 kg/m , cp = 813 J/kg⋅K, k = 87.8
-6 2
W/m⋅K. Table A-4, Air (Tf,i = 175°C = 448K): ν = 32.15 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0372 W/m⋅K, α = 46.8 ×
-6 2 -1
10 m /s, Pr = 0.686, β = 0.00223 K .
SOLUTION: (a) Heat transfer is by natural convection and net radiation exchange from top and
2 2
bottom surfaces. Hence, with As = πD /4 = 0.0177 m ,
q = As ⎡( h t + h b ) ( Ti − T∞ ) + 2 εσ Ti4 − Tsur
⎢⎣
4 ⎤
(
⎥⎦ )
where the radiation flux is obtained from Eq. 1.7, and with L = As/P = 0.0375m and RaL = gβ (Ti -
3 5
T∞) L /αν = 2.30 × 10 , the convection coefficients are obtained from Eqs. 9.30 and 9.32. Hence,
ht = ( k
L
)
0.54 Ra1/
L
4 = 0.0372 W / m ⋅ K × 11.8 = 11.7 W / m 2 ⋅ K
0.0375m
h b = ( 0.27 Ra1/
k
L L )
4 = 0.0372 W / m ⋅ K × 5.9 = 5.9 W / m 2 ⋅ K
0.0375m
q = 0.0177 m
2
⎣ (
⎡(11.7 + 5.9 ) W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 300K ) + 2 × 0.65 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 5984 − 2984 K 4 ⎤
⎦ )
q = 0.0177 m 2 ⎡⎢( 5280 + 8845 ) W / m 2 ⎤⎥ = 250 W <
⎣ ⎦
(b) From the generalized lumped capacitance model, Eq. 5.15,
ρ cAsδ
dT
dt
= − ⎡( h t + h b ) ( T − T∞ ) + 2εσ T 4 − Tsur
⎢
⎣
4 ⎤A
(
⎦⎥ s )
T
⎡
t ⎢ ht + hb( ) ( T − T∞ ) + 2εσ ( T4 − Tsur
4 ⎤
)⎥
∫ Ti
dT = − ⎢
0 ∫ ρ cδ ⎥ dt
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
Continued …..
Using the DER function of IHT to perform the integration, thereby accounting for variations in ht and
h b with T, the time tf to reach a wafer temperature of 50°C is found to be
t f ( T = 320K ) = 181s <
4500
Surface heat fluxes , q''(W/m ^2)

325 4000
3500
275 3000
Wafer temperature, T(C)
2500
225
2000
1500
175
1000
125 500
0
75 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
Time, t(s)
25
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 Natural convection from top surface
Natural convection from bottom surface
Time, t(s) Radiation from top or bottom surface
As shown above, the rate at which the wafer temperature decays with increasing time decreases due to
reductions in the convection and radiation heat fluxes. Initially, the surface radiative flux (top or
bottom) exceeds the heat flux due to natural convection from the top surface, which is twice the flux
due to natural convection from the bottom surface. However, because q ′′rad and q′′cnv decay
4 5/4
approximately as T and T , respectively, the reduction in q ′′rad with decreasing T is more
pronounced, and at t = 181s, q ′′rad is well below q ′′cnv,t and only slightly larger than q ′′cnv,b .
COMMENTS: With hr,i = εσ ( Ti + Tsur ) Ti2 + Tsur

2 2
( )
= 14.7 W / m ⋅ K, the largest cumulative
coefficient of htot = hr,i + ht,i = 26.4 W / m 2 ⋅ K corresponds to the top surface. If this coefficient is
used to estimate a Biot number, it follows that Bi = h tot ( δ / 2 ) / k = 1.5 × 10 −4 1 and the lumped
capacitance approximation is excellent.
PROBLEM 9.46
KNOWN: Pyrex tile, initially at a uniform temperature Ti = 140°C, experiences cooling by convection
with ambient air and radiation exchange with surroundings.
FIND: (a) Time required for tile to reach the safe-to-touch temperature of Tf = 40°C with free
convection and radiation exchange; use T = ( Ti + Tf ) 2 to estimate the average free convection and
linearized radiation coefficients; comment on how sensitive result is to this estimate, and (b) Time-to-
cool if ambient air is blown in parallel flow over the tile with a velocity of 10 m/s.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Tile behaves as spacewise isothermal object, (2) Backside of tile is perfectly
insulated, (3) Surroundings are large compared to the tile, (4) For forced convection situation, part (b),
assume flow is fully turbulent.
PROPERTIES: Table A.3, Pyrex (300 K): ρ = 2225 kg/m3, cp = 835 J/kg⋅K, k = 1.4 W/m⋅K, ε = 0.80
(given); Table A.4, Air ( Tf = ( Ts + T∞ ) 2 = 330.5 K, 1 atm ) : ν = 18.96 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.0286 W/m⋅K, α =
27.01 × 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.7027, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: (a) For the lumped capacitance system with a constant coefficient, from Eq. 5.6,
Ts ( t ) − T∞ ⎡ ⎛ hAs ⎞ ⎤
= exp ⎢ − ⎜ ⎟ t⎥ (1)
Ti − T∞ ⎣ ⎝ ρ Vc ⎠ ⎦
where h is the combined coefficient for the convection and radiation processes,
h = hcv + h rad (2)
and As = L2 V = L2 d (3,4)
The linearized radiation coefficient based upon the average temperature, Ts , is

D
Ts = ( Ti + Tf ) 2 = (140 + 40 ) C 2 = 90D C = 363 K (5)
(
h rad = εσ ( Ts + Tsur ) Ts2 + Tsur
2
) (6)
(
h rad = 0.8 × 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2⋅ K 4 ( 363 + 298 ) 3632 + 2982 K 3 = 6.61 W m 2⋅ K )
The free convection coefficient can be estimated from the correlation for the flat plate, Eq. 9.30, with
gβ∆TL3
Ra L = L = As P = L2 4L = 0.25L (7,8)
να
Continued...
9.8 m s
2
(1 330 K )( 363 − 298 ) K ( 0.25 × 0.200 m )3 5
Ra L = = 4.712 × 10
−6 2 −6 2
18.96 × 10 m s × 27.01 × 10 m s
( )
14 14
5
Nu L = 0.54Ra L = 0.54 4.712 × 10 = 14.18
2
hcv = Nu L k L = 14.18 × 0.0286 W m⋅ K 0.25 × 0.200 m = 8.09 W m ⋅ K
From Eq. (2), it follows
h = ( 6.61 + 8.09 ) W m 2⋅ K = 14.7 W m 2⋅ K
From Eq. (1), with As/V = 1/d, where d is the tile thickness, the time-to-cool is found as
40 − 25 ⎡ 2
14.7 W m ⋅ K × t f ⎤
= exp ⎢ − ⎥
140 − 25
⎣⎢ 2225 kg m × 0.010 m × 835 J kg ⋅ K ⎦⎥
3
t f = 2574s = 42.9 min <

Using the IHT Lumped Capacitance Model with the Correlations Tool, Free Convection, Flat Plate, we
can perform the analysis where both hcv and hrad are evaluated as a function of the tile temperature. The
time-to-cool is
t f = 2860s = 47.7 min <
which is 10% higher than the approximate value.
(b) Considering parallel flow with a velocity, u ∞ = 10 m s over the tile, the Reynolds number is
u L 10 m s × 0.200m
Re L = ∞ =
5
= 1.055 × 10
ν −6 2
18.96 × 10 m s
but, assuming the flow is turbulent at the upstream edge, use Eq. 7.38 with A = 0 to estimate h cv ,
( )
4 5
Nu L = 0.037 Re L
4 5 13
Pr = 0.037 1.055 × 10
5
( 0.7027 )1 3 = 343.3
2
hcv = Nu L k L = 343.3 × 0.0286 W m ⋅ K 0.200m = 49.1 W m ⋅ K
Hence, using Eqs. (2) and (1), find
h = 57.2 W m ⋅ K
2
t f = 661s = 11.0 min <
COMMENTS: (1) For the conditions of part (a),
Bi = hd/k= 14.7 W/m2 ⋅K × 0.01m / 1.4 W/m⋅K = 20
0.105. We conclude that the lumped capacitance

Coefficients, (W/m^2.K)
analysis is marginally applicable. For the 15
condition of part (b), Bi = 0.4 and, hence, we need

to consider spatial effects as explained in Section 10
5.4. If we considered spatial effects, would our
estimates for the time-to-cool be greater or less 5
than those from the foregoing analysis?
0
(2) For the conditions of part (a), the convection 0 1000 2000 3000
and radiation coefficients are shown in the plot
Elapsed cooling time, t (s)
below as a function of cooling time. Can you use
this information to explain the relative magnitudes Average coefficient, part (a)
Variable coefficient, hcv + hrad, part (b)
of the tf estimates? Convection coefficient, hcv
Radiation coefficient, hrad
PROBLEM 9.47
KNOWN: Stacked IC boards within a duct dissipating 500 W with prescribed air flow inlet
temperature, flow rate, and internal convection coefficient. Outer surface has emissivity of 0.5 and is
exposed to ambient air and large surroundings at 25°C.
FIND: Develop a model to estimate outlet temperature of the air, Tm,o, and the average surface
temperature of the duct, Ts , following these steps: (a) Estimate the average free convection for the
outer surface, ho , assuming an average surface temperature of 37°C; (b) Estimate the average
(linearized) radiation coefficient for the outer surface, h rad , assuming an average surface temperature
of 37°C; (c) Perform an overall energy balance on the duct considering (i) advection of the air flow,
(ii) dissipation of electrical power in the ICs, and (iii) heat transfer from the fluid to the ambient air
and surroundings. Express the last process in terms of thermal resistances between the mean fluid
temperature, Tm , and the outer temperatures T∞ and Tsur; (d) Substituting numerical values into the
expression of part (c), calculate Tm,o and Ts ; comment on your results and the assumptions required
to develop your model.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Air in duct is ideal gas with negligible viscous
dissipation and pressure variation, (3) Constant properties, (4) Power dissipated in IC boards nearly
uniform in longitudinal direction, (5) Ambient air is quiescent, and (5) Surroundings are isothermal
and large relative to the duct.
-5 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = ( Ts + T∞)/2 = 304 K): ν = 1.629 × 10 m /s, α = 2.309 ×
-5 2 -1
10 m /s, k = 0.0266 W/m⋅K, β = 0.003289 K , Pr = 0.706, ρ = 1.148 kg/m3, cp = 1007 J/kg·K.
ANALYSIS: (a) Average, free-convection coefficient over the duct. Heat loss by free convection
occurs on the vertical sides and horizontal top and bottom. The methodology for estimating the
average coefficient assuming the average duct surface temperature Ts = 37°C follows that of Example
9.3. For the vertical sides, from Eq. 9.25 with L = H, find
Ra L =
(
gβ Ts − T∞ H3 )
να
9.8 m / s 2 × 0.003289 K −1 ( 37 − 25 ) K × ( 0.150 m )

3
Ra L = = 3.47 ×106
1.629 ×10−5 m2 / s × 2.309 × 10−5 m2 / s
The free convection is laminar, and from Eq. 9.27,
0.670 Ra1/ 4
Nu L = 0.68 + L
4/9
⎡ 9 /16 ⎤
⎢⎣ (
1 + 0.492 / Pr )
⎥⎦
Continued…..
( )
1/ 4
h H 0.670 × 3.47 ×106
Nu L = v = 0.68 + = 22.9
k 4/9
⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.706 )9 /16 ⎤
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
h v = 4.05 W / m 2 ⋅ K
For the top and bottom surfaces, Lc = (As/P) = (w × L)/(2w + 2L) = 0.0577 m, hence, RaL = 1.974 ×
5
10 and with Eqs. 9.30 and 9.32, respectively,
h L
Top surface: Nu L = t c = 0.54 Ra1/
L ;
4 h t = 5.25 W / m 2 ⋅ K
k
h L
Bottom surface: Nu L = b c = 0.27 Ra1/
L
4; h b = 2.62 W / m 2 ⋅ K
k
The average coefficient for the entire duct is
h cv,o = ( 2h v + h t + h b ) / 4 = ( 2 × 4.05 + 5.25 + 2.62 ) W / m 2 ⋅ K / 4 = 3.99 W / m 2 ⋅ K <
(b) Average (linearized) radiation coefficient over the duct. Heat loss by radiation exchange between
the duct outer surface and the surroundings on the vertical sides and horizontal top and bottom. With
Ts = 37°C, from Eq. 1.9,
(
2
)
(
h rad = 0.5 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 ( 310 + 298 ) 3102 + 2982 K 3 = 3.2 W / m 2 ⋅ K) <
(c) Overall energy balance on the fluid in the duct. The control volume is shown in the schematic
below and the energy balance is
E in − E out + E gen = 0
−q adv + Pelec − q out = 0 (1)
ρ,
=∀
The advection term has the form, with m
qadv = m (
cp Tm,o − Tm,i ) (2)
and the heat rate qout is represented by the thermal circuit shown below and has the form, with Tsur =
T∞ ,
Tm − T∞
q out = (3)
−1
(
R cv,i + 1/ R cv,o + 1/ R rad )
where Tm is the average mean temperature of the fluid, (Tm,i + Tm,o)/2. The thermal resistances are
evaluated with As = 2(w + H) L as
R cv,i = 1/ hi As (4)
R cv,o = 1/ h cv,o As (5)
R rad = 1/ h rad As (6)
Continued …..
Using this energy balance, the outlet temperature of the air can be calculated. From the thermal
circuit, the average surface temperature can be calculated from the relation
q out = ( Tm − Ts ) / R cv,i (7)
(d) Calculating Tm,o and Ts . Substituting numerical values into the expressions of Part (c), find
Tm,o = 45.7°C Ts = 34.0°C <

The heat rates and thermal resistance results are
q adv = 480.5 W q out = 19.5 W
R cv,i = 0.0667 K / W R cv,o = 0.835 K / W R rad = 1.05 K / W
COMMENTS: (1) We assumed Ts = 37°C for estimating h cv,o and h rad , whereas from the energy
balance we found the value was 34.0°C. Performing an interative solution, with different assumed Ts
we would find that the results are not sensitive to the Ts value, and that the foregoing results are
satisfactory.
(2) From the results of Part (d) for the heat rates, note that about 4% of the electrical power is
transferred from the duct outer surface. The present arrangement does not provide a practical means to
cool the IC boards.
(3) Note that Tm,i < Ts < Tm,o. As such, we can’t utilize the usual log-mean temperature (LMTD)
expression, Eq. 8.44, in the rate equation for the internal flow analysis. It is for this reason we used
the overall coefficient approach representing the heat transfer by the thermal circuit. The average
surface temperature of the duct, Ts, is only used for the purposes of estimating h cv,o and h rad . We
represented the effective temperature difference between the fluid and the ambient/surroundings as
Tm − T∞ . Because the fluid temperature rise is not very large, this assumption is a reasonable one.
PROBLEM 9.48
KNOWN: Parallel flow of air over a highly polished aluminum plate flat plate maintained at a uniform
temperature Ts = 47°C by a series of segmented heaters.
FIND: (a) Electrical power required to maintain the heater segment covering the section between x1 = 0.2
m and x2 = 0.3m and (b) Temperature that the surface would reach if the air blower malfunctions and heat
transfer occurs by free, rather than forced, convection.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS : (l) Steady-state conditions, (2) Backside of plate is perfectly insulated, (3) Flow is
turbulent over the entire length of plate, part (a), (4) Ambient air is extensive, quiescent at 23°C for part
(b).
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞ )/2 = 308K): υ = 16.69 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.02689 W/m⋅K,
α = 23.68 × 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.7059, β = 1/Tf ; Table A.12, Aluminum, highly polished: ε = 0.03.
ANALYSIS: (a) The power required to maintain the segmented heater (x1 - x2) is
Pe = h x1− x2 ( x 2 − x1 ) w ( Ts − T∞ ) (1)
where h x1− x2 is the average coefficient for the section between x1 and x2, and can be approximated as
the average of the local values at x1 and x2,
(
h x1− x2 = h ( x1 ) + h ( x 2 ) / 2 ) (2)
Using Eq. 7.37 appropriate for fully turbulent flow, with Rex = u ∞ x /k,
Nu x1 = 0.0296 Re4x / 5 Pr1/ 3
4/5
⎛ 10m s × 0.2m ⎞
Nu x1 = 0.0296 ⎜
⎜ 16.69 ×10−6 m 2 s ⎟
⎟ ( 0.7059 )1/ 3 = 304.6
⎝ ⎠
h x1 = Nu x1 k x1 = 304.6 × 0.02689 W m ⋅ K 0.2m = 40.9 W m 2⋅ K
Nu x2 = 421.3 h x2 = 37.8 W m 2 ⋅ K
Hence, from Eq (2) to obtain h x1− x2 and Eq. (1) to obtain Pe,
h x1− x2 = ( 40.9 + 37.8) W m2⋅ K 2 = 39.4 W m2⋅ K

D
Pe = 39.4 W m 2 ⋅ K ( 0.3 − 0.2 ) m × 0.2m ( 47 − 23) C = 18.9 W <
Continued...
(b) Without the airstream flow, the heater segment experiences free convection and radiation exchange
with the surroundings,
Pe = ⎡ h cv ( Ts − T∞ ) + εσ Ts4 − Tsur
⎢⎣ (
4 ⎤ x −x w
(
⎦⎥ 2 1
) ) (3)
We will assume that the free convection coefficient, h cv , for the segment is the same as that for the
entire plate. Using the correlation for a flat plate, Eq. 9.30, with
gβ∆TL3c As 0.2 × 0.5m 2

Ra L = Lc = = = 0.0714 m
να P 2 ( 0.2 + 0.5 ) m
and evaluating properties at Tf = 308 K,
9.8 m s 2 (1 308K )( 47 − 23)( 0.0714m )

3
Ra L = = 7.033 ×105
16.69 × 10−6 m s 2 × 23.68 ×10−6 m 2 s
( )
14
Nu L = 0.54Ra1/ 4
L = 0.54 7.033 ×10
5 = 15.64
h cv = Nu L k Lc = 15.64 × 0.02689 W m ⋅ K 0.0714m = 5.89 W m 2⋅ K

Substituting numerical values into Eq. (3),
18.9W = ⎡5.89 W m ⋅ K ( Ts − 296 ) + 0.03 × 5.67 × 10

⎣
2 −8
W m ⋅K
2 4
(T4
s − 296
4
)⎤⎦ ( 0.3 − 0.2 ) m × 0.2m
Ts = 447 K = 174D C <
COMMENTS: Recognize that in part (b), the assumed value for Tf = 308 K is a poor approximation.
Using the above relations in the IHT work space with the Properties Tool, find that Ts = 406 K = 133 °C
using the properly evaluated film temperature (Tf) and temperature difference (∆T) in the correlation.
From this analysis, h cv = 8.29 W m 2 ⋅ K and hrad = 0.3 W/m2⋅K. Because of the low emissivity of the
plate, the radiation exchange process is not significant.
PROBLEM 9.49
KNOWN: Correlation for estimating the average free convection coefficient for the exterior surface
of a long horizontal rectangular cylinder (duct) exposed to a quiescent fluid. Consider a horizontal
0.15 m-square duct with a surface temperature of 35°C passing through ambient air at 15°C.
FIND: (a) Calculate the average convection coefficient and the heat rate per unit length using the H-D
correlation, (b) Calculate the average convection coefficient and the heat rate per unit length
considering the duct as formed by vertical plates (sides) and horizontal plates (top and bottom), and (c)
Using an appropriate correlation, calculate the average convection coefficient and the heat rate per unit
length for a duct of circular cross-section having a diameter equal to the wetted perimeter of the
rectangular duct of part (a). Do you expect the estimates for parts (b) and (c) to be lower or higher
than those obtained with the H-D correlation? Explain the differences, if any.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Ambient air is quiescent, (3) Duct surface has
uniform temperature.
-5 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, air (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 298 K, 1 atm): ν = 1.571 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0261
-5 2
W/m⋅K, α = 2.22 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.708.
ANALYSIS: (a) The Hahn-Didion (H-D) correlation [ASHRAE Proceedings, Part 1, pp 262-67,
1972] has the form
1/ 8
1/ 4 ⎛H⎞
Nu p = 0.55 Ra p ⎜ ⎟ Ra p ≤ 107
p ⎝ ⎠
where the characteristic length is the half-perimeter, p = (w + H), and w and H are the horizontal width
and vertical height, respectively, of the duct. The thermophysical properties are evaluated at the film
temperature. Using IHT, with the correlation and thermophysical properties, the following results
were obtained.
Rap Nu p
(
hp W / m2 ⋅ K ) q′p ( W / m )
7
5.08 × 10 42.6 3.71 44.5
<
where the heat rate per unit length of the duct is
q′p = h p 2 ( H + w )( Ts − T∞ ) .
(b) Treating the duct as a combination of horizontal (top: hot-side up and bottom: hot-side down) and
two vertical plates (v) as considered in Example 9.3, the following results were obtained
ht hb hv h hv q′hv
2 2 2 2
(W/m ⋅K) (W/m ⋅K) (W/m ⋅K) (W/m ⋅K) (W/m)
5.62 2.81 4.78 4.50 54.0
<
Continued
where the average coefficient and heat rate per unit length for the horizontal-vertical plate duct are
h hv = ( h t + h b + 2 h v ) / 4
q′hv = h hv 2 ( H + w )( Ts − T∞ ) .
(c) Consider a circular duct having a wetted perimeter equal to that of the rectangular duct, for which
the diameter is
π D = 2(H + w) D = 0.191 m
Using the Churchill-Chu correlation, Eq. 9.34, the following results are obtained.
RaD Nu D (
h D W / m2 ⋅ K ) q′D ( W / m )
7
1.31 × 10 30.6 4.19 50.3 <
where the heat rate per unit length for the circular duct is
q′D = π D h D ( Ts − T∞ ) .
COMMENTS: (1) The H-D correlation, based upon experimental measurements, provided the lowest
estimate for h and q′. The circular duct analysis results are in closer agreement than are those for the
horizontal-vertical plate duct.
(2) An explanation for the relative difference in h and q′ values can be drawn from consideration of
the boundary layers and induced flows around the surfaces. Viewing the cross-section of the square
duct, recognize that flow induced by the bottom surface flows around the vertical sides, joining the
vertical plume formed on the top surface. The flow over the vertical sides is quite different than would
occur if the vertical surface were modeled as an isolated vertical surface. Also, flow from the top
surface is likewise modified by flow rising from the sides, and doesn’t behave as an isolated
horizontal surface. It follows that treating the duct as a combination of horizontal-vertical plates (hv
results), each considered as isolated, would over estimate the average coefficient and heat rate.
(3) It follows that flow over the horizontal cylinder more closely approximates the situation of the
square duct. However, the flow is more streamlined; thinnest along the bottom, and of increasing
thickness as the flow rises and eventually breaks away from the upper surface. The edges of the duct
disrupt the rising flow, lowering the convection coefficient. As such, we expect the horizontal
cylinder results to be systematically higher than for the H-D correlation that accounts for the edges.
PROBLEM 9.50
KNOWN: Straight, rectangular cross-sectioned fin with prescribed geometry, base temperature, and
environmental conditions.
FIND: (a) Effectiveness considering only free convection with average coefficient, (b) Effectiveness
considering also radiative exchange, (c) Finite-difference equations suitable for considering local, rather
than average, values.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Constant properties, (3) One-dimensional conduction
in fin, (4) Width of fin much larger than length, w >> L, (5) Uniform heat transfer coefficient over length
for Parts (a) and (b).
PROPERTIES: Table A-1, Aluminum alloy 2024-T6 (T ≈ (45 + 25) / 2 = 35 ° C ≈ 300 K), k = 177
W/m⋅K; Table A-11, Aluminum alloy 2024-T6 (Given), ε = 0.82; Table A-4. Air (Tf ≈ 300 K), ν =
15.89 × 10 -6 m2/s, k = 26.3 × 10-3 W/m⋅K, α = 22.5 × 10-6 m2/s, β = 1/Tf = 33.3 × 10-3 K-1.
ANALYSIS: (a) The effectiveness of a fin is determined from Eq. 3.81
ε = qf hAc,bθ b (1)
where h is the average heat transfer coefficient. The fin heat transfer follows from Eq. 3.72
sinh mL + (h / mk) cosh mL
qf = M (2)
cosh mL + (h / mk) sinh mL
where
M = ( hPkA c ) m = ( hP kAc )
1/ 2 1/ 2
θb and . (3,4)
Horizontal, flat plate correlations assuming Tf = (Tb + T∞ ) / 2 ≈ 300 K may be used to estimate h , Eqs.
9.30 to 9.32. Calculate first the Rayleigh number
Ra Lc =
(
gβ Ts − T∞ L3c ) (5)
να
where Ts is the average temperature of the fin surface and Lc is the characteristic length from Eq. 9.29,
As L× w L
Lc ≡ = ≈ ⋅ (6)
P 2L + 2w 2
Substituting numerical values,
( )
3
9.8 m s2 ×1/ 300K × ( 310 − 298 ) K 100 × 10−3 / 2 m3
Ra Lc = = 1.37 × 105 (7)
22.5 ×10−6 m2 s ×15.89 × 10−6 m 2 s
Continued...
where Ts ≈ ( Tb + Tf ) / 2 = 310K. Recognize the importance of this assumption which must be justified
for a precise result. Using Eq. 9.30 and 9.32 for the upper and lower surfaces, respectively,
( ) 0.0263 W m ⋅ K
1/ 4 k
Nu L = 0.54 1.37 × 105 = 10.4, h u = Nu L × = = 5.47 W m 2 ⋅ K
c c L
c 100 × 10−3 2 m ( )
( )
1/ 4
Nu L = 0.27 1.37 × 105 = 5.20, hA = 2.73 W m 2 ⋅ K
c
The average value is estimated as hc = ( h u + hA ) 2 = 4.10 W m 2⋅ K . Using this value in Eqs. (3) and
(4), find
( )
1/ 2
M = ⎡ 4.10 W m 2⋅ K ( 2w ) m × 177 W m ⋅ K w × 2 × 10−3 m 2 ⎤ ( 45 − 25 )D C = 34.1w W
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
( )
1/ 2
m = ( hc P / kA c ) = ⎡ 4.1W / m 2⋅ K ( 2w ) m 177W / m ⋅ K w × 2 × 10−3 m 2 ⎤ = 4.81m −1 .
1/ 2
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
Substituting these values into Eq. (2), with mL = 0.481 and qf /w = q′f .
q 'f = 34.1W m ×
(
sinh 0.481 + 4.1W m 2 ⋅ K 4.81m −1 × 177 W m ⋅ K cosh 0.481 ) = 15.2 W m
(
cosh 0.481 + 4.86 × 10 −3
) sinh 0.481
and then from Eq. (1), the effectiveness is
(
ε = 15.2 W m × w 4.1W m 2 ⋅ K w × 2 × 10−3 m ( 45 − 25 ) C = 92.7.
D
) <
(b) If radiation exchange with the surroundings is considered, use Eq. 1.9 to determine
( ) −8 4
hr = εσ ( Ts + Tsur ) Ts + Tsur = 0.82 × 5.67 × 10 ( 310 + 298 ) (3102 + 2982 )K 3 = 5.23 W
2 2 2 2
W m ⋅K m ⋅K .
This assumes the fin surface is gray-diffuse and small compared to the surroundings. Using h = hc + h r
where h c is the convection parameter from part (a), find h = ( 4.10 + 5.23 ) W m 2⋅ K = 9.33 W m 2⋅ K,
M = 51.4w W, m = 7.26m −1, q′f = 31.8 W m giving

ε = 85.2 <
(c) To perform the numerical method, we used the IHT Finite Difference Equation Tool for 1-D, SS,
extended surfaces. The convection coefficient for each node was expressed as
h tot,m = h u ( Tm ) + h A ( Tm ) 2 + h r ( Tm )
The effectiveness was calculated from Eq. (1) where the fin heat rate is determined from an energy
balance on the base node.
q f = q cond + q cv + q rad
q b = q cond = kA c ( Tb − T1 ) / ∆x
q a = q cv + q rad = h tot,b ( P ⋅ ∆ w 2 )( Tb − Tinf )

h tot,b = ( h u ( Tb ) + hA ( Tb ) ) 2 + h r ( Tb )
Continued...
The results of the analysis (15 nodes, ∆x = L/15)
qf = 33.6 W m ε = 83.2 <
COMMENTS: (1) From the analytical treatments, parts (a) and (b), considering radiation exchange
nearly doubles the fin heat rate (31.8 vs. 15.2 W/m) and reduces the effectiveness from 92.7 to 85.2. The
numerical method, part (c) considering local variations for hc and hrad, provides results for q ′f and ε which
are in close agreement with the analytical method, part (b).
(2) The IHT Finite Difference Equation Tool provides a powerful approach to solving a problem as
tedious as this one. Portions of the work space are copied below to illustrate the general logic of the
analysis.
// Method of Solution: The Finite-Difference Equation tool for One-Dimensional, Steady-State Conditions
for an extended surface was used to write 15 nodal equations. The convection and linearized radiation
coefficient for each node was separately calculated by a User-Defined Function. */
// User-Defined Function - Upper surface convection coefficients:

/* FUNCTION h_up ( Ts )
h_up = 0.0263 / 0.05 * NuLcu
NuLcu = 0.54 * (11,421 * (Ts - 298) )^0.25
RETURN h_up
END */
// User-Defined Function - Linearized radiation coefficients:

/* FUNCTION h_rad ( Ts )
h_rad = 0.82 * sigma * (Ts + 298 ) * (Ts^2 + 298^2 )
sigma = 5.67e-8
RETURN h_rad
END */
/* Node 1: extended surface interior node;e and w labeled 2 and b. */

0.0 = fd_1d_xsur_i(T1,T2,Tb,k,qdot,Ac,P,deltax,Tinf,htot1,q''a)
q''a = 0 // Applied heat flux, W/m^2; zero flux shown
qdot = 0
htot1 = ( h_up(T1) + h_do(T1) ) / 2 + h_rad(T1)
/* Node 2: extended surface interior node;e and w labeled 2 and b. */

0.0 = fd_1d_xsur_i(T2,T3,T1,k,qdot,Ac,P,deltax,Tinf,htot2,q''a)
/* Node 15: extended surface end node, e-orientation; w labeled inf. */

0.0 = fd_1d_xend_e(T15,T14,k,qdot,Ac,P,deltax,Tinf,htot15,q''a,Tinf,htot15,q''a)
// Assigned Variables:
Tb = 45 + 273 // Base temperature, K
Tinf = 25 + 273 // Ambient temperature, K
Tsur = 25 + 273 // Surroundings temperature, K
L = 0.1 // Length of fin, m
deltax = L / 15 // Space increment, m
k = 177 // Thermal conductivity, W/m.K; fin material
Ac = t * w // Cross-sectional area, m^2
t = 0.002 // Fin thickness, m
w=1 // Fin width, m; unity value selected
P=2*w // Perimeter, m
Lc = L / 2 // Characteristic length, convection correlation, m
// Fin heat rate and effectiveness

qf = qcond + qcvrad // Heat rate from the fin base, W
qcond = k * Ac * (Tb - T1 ) / deltax // Heat rate, conduction, W
qcvrad = htotb * P * deltax / 2 * ( Tb - Tinf ) // Heat rate, combined radiation convection, W
htotb = ( h_up(Tb) + h_do(Tb) ) / 2 + h_rad(Tb) // Total heat transfer coefficient, W/m^2.K
eff = qf / ( htotb * Ac * (Tb - Tinf) ) // Effectivenss
PROBLEM 9.51
KNOWN: Dimensions, emissivity and operating temperatures of a wood burning stove. Temperature of
ambient air and surroundings.
FIND: Rate of heat transfer.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, (2) Quiescent air, (3) Negligible heat transfer from pipe elbow, (4)
Free convection from pipe corresponds to that from a vertical plate.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air (Tf = 400 K): ν = 26.41 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.0338 W/m⋅K, α = 38.3 × 10-6
m2/s, β = 0.0025 K-1, Pr = 0.69. Table A.4, air (Tf = 350 K): ν = 20.92 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.030 W/m⋅K, α =
29.9 × 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.70, β = 0.00286 K-1.
ANALYSIS: Three distinct contributions to the heat rate are made by the 4 side walls, the top surface,
and the pipe surface. Hence qt = 4qs + qt + qp, where each contribution includes transport due to
convection and radiation.
( )
qs = hs L2s Ts,s − T∞ + h rad,s L2s Ts,s − Tsur ( )
( )
q t = h t L2s Ts,s − T∞ + h rad,s L2s Ts,s − Tsur ( )
( )( ) (
q p = h p π D p L p Ts,p − T∞ + h rad,p π D p L p Ts,p − Tsur )( )
The radiation coefficients are
(
h rad,s = εσ Ts,s + Tsur ) ( Ts,s2 + Tsur )
2 = 12.3 W m2 ⋅ K
( ) ( Ts,p sur )
h rad,p = εσ Ts,p + Tsur 2 + T 2 = 7.9 W m 2 ⋅ K
For the stove side walls, RaL,s = gβ ( Ts,s − T∞ ) L3s αν = 4.84 × 10 . Similarly, with (A /P) = L
9
s
2
s 4L s =
0.25 m, RaL,t = 7.57 × 107 for the top surface, and with Lp = 2 m, RaL,p = 3.59 × 1010 for the stove pipe.
For the side walls and the pipe, the average convection coefficient may be determined from Eq. 9.26,
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387Ra1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + L
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
Continued...
which yields Nu L,s = 199.9 and Nu L,p = 377.6. For the top surface, the average coefficient may be
obtained from Eq. 9.31,
Nu L = 0.15Ra1/
L
3
which yields Nu L,t = 63.5. With h = Nu ( k L ) , the convection coefficients are
h s = 6.8 W m 2 ⋅ K , h t = 8.6 W m 2 ⋅ K , h p = 5.7 W m 2 ⋅ K

Hence,
( ) ( )
qs = h s + h rad,s L2s Ts,s − 300 K = 19.1W m 2 ⋅ K 1m 2 ( ) ( 200 K ) = 3820 W
q t = ( h t + h rad,s ) L2s ( Ts,s − 300 K ) = 20.9 W m 2 ⋅ K (1m 2 ) ( 200 K ) = 4180 W
(
q p = hp + h rad,p )(π Dp Lp )( Ts,p − 300 K ) = 13.6 W m ⋅ K ( π × 0.25 m × 2 m )(100 K ) = 2140 W
2
and the total heat rate is

q tot = 4qs + q t + q p = 21, 600 W <
COMMENTS: The amount of heat transfer is significant, and the stove would be capable of maintaining
comfortable conditions in a large, living space under harsh (cold) environmental conditions.
PROBLEM 9.52
KNOWN: Plate, 1m × 1m, inclined at 45° from the vertical is exposed to a net radiation heat flux of
2
300 W/m ; backside of plate is insulated and ambient air is at 0°C.
FIND: Temperature plate reaches for the prescribed conditions.
SCHEMATIC:
2
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Net radiation heat flux (300 W/m ) includes exchange with surroundings, (2)
Ambient air is quiescent, (3) No heat losses from backside of plate, (4) Steady-state conditions.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (assuming Ts = 84°C, Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = (84 + 0)°C/2 = 315K, 1
-6 2 -6 2
atm): ν = 17.40 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0274 W/m⋅K, α = 24.7 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.705, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: From an energy balance on the plate, it follows that q′′rad = q′′conv . That is, the net
radiation heat flux into the plate is equal to the free convection heat flux to the ambient air. The
temperature of the surface can be expressed as
Ts = T∞ + q′′rad / h L (1)
where h L must be evaluated from an appropriate correlation. Since this is the bottom surface of a
heated inclined plate, “g” may be replaced by “g cos θ”; hence using Eq. 9.25, find
g cos θβ ( Ts − T∞ ) L3 9.8 m / s 2 × cos 45° (1/ 315K )( 84 − 0 ) K (1m )
3
Ra L = = = 4.30 ×109.
να 17.40 × 10−6 m 2 / s × 24.7 × 10−6 m 2 / s
9
Since RaL > 10 , conditions are turbulent and Eq. 9.26 is appropriate for estimating Nu L
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪ 1/ 6 ⎪
⎪ 0.387 Ra L ⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 +
8 / 27 ⎪⎬
(2)
⎪ ⎡1 + 0.492 / Pr 9 /16 ⎤
⎪⎩ ( ) ⎪⎭
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
2
⎧
( )
1/ 6 ⎫
⎪ 0.387 4.30 ×109 ⎪
⎪ ⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + ⎬ = 193.2
⎪ 8 / 27 ⎪
⎡1 + 0.492 / 0.705 9 /16 ⎤
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ( ) ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
h L = Nu L k / L = 193.2 × 0.0274 W / m ⋅ K /1m = 5.29 W / m2 ⋅ K. (3)

Substituting h L from Eq. (3) into Eq. (1), the plate temperature is
Ts = 0°C + 300 W / m2 / 5.29 W / m2 ⋅ K = 57°C. <

COMMENTS: Note that the resulting value of Ts ≈ 57°C is substantially lower than the assumed
value of 84°C. The calculation should be repeated with a new estimate of Ts, say, 60°C. An alternate
approach is to write Eq. (2) in terms of Ts, the unknown surface temperature and then combine with
Eq. (1) to obtain an expression which can be solved, by trial-and-error, for Ts.
PROBLEM 9.53
KNOWN: Horizontal rod immersed in water maintained at a prescribed temperature.
FIND: Free convection heat transfer rate per unit length of the rod, q′conv
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Water is extensive, quiescent medium.

3
PROPERTIES: Table A-6, Water (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 310K): ρ = 1/vf = 993.0 kg/m , ν = µ/ρ = 695
-6 2 3 -7 2 3
× 10 N⋅s/m /993.0 kg/m = 6.999 × 10 m /s, α = k/ρc = 0.628 W/m⋅K/993.0 kg/m × 4178 J/kg⋅K
-7 2 -6 -1
= 1.514 × 10 m /s, Pr = 4.62, β = 361.9 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: The heat rate per unit length by free convection is given as
q′conv = h D ⋅ π D ( Ts − T∞ ) . (1)
To estimate h D , first find the Rayleigh number, Eq. 9.25,
Ra D = =
2
g β ( Ts − T∞ ) D3 9.8 m / s 361.9 × 10 K (
−6 −1 56 − 18 K 0.005m 3
( ) ( ) )
= 1.587 × 105
να − 7 2 − 7
6.999 ×10 m / s × 1.514 ×10 m / s 2
and use Eq. 9.34 for a horizontal cylinder,
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪ 1/ 6 ⎪
⎪ 0.387 Ra D ⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 +
⎪ 8 / 27 ⎬⎪
⎡1 + 0.599 / Pr 9 /16 ⎤
⎪⎩ ( ) ⎪⎭
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
2
( )
⎧ 1/ 6 ⎫
⎪ 0.387 1.587 ×105 ⎪
⎪ ⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 + ⎬ = 10.40
⎪ 8 / 27 ⎪
⎡1 + 0.599 / 4.62 9 /16 ⎤
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ( ) ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
h D = Nu D k / D = 10.40 × 0.628 W / m ⋅ K / 0.005m = 1306 W / m 2 ⋅ K. (2)

h D from Eq. (2) into Eq. (1),
Substituting for
q′conv = 1306W / m2 ⋅ K × π ( 0.005m )( 56 − 18 ) K = 780 W / m. <

COMMENTS: (1) Note the relatively large value of h D ; if the rod were immersed in air, the heat transfer
2
coefficient would be close to 5 W/m ⋅K.
(2) Eq. 9.33 with appropriate values of C and n from Table 9.1 could also be used to estimate h D . Find
(
n = 0.48 1.587 ×105 0.25 = 9.58
Nu D = C Ra D )
h D = Nu D k / D = 9.58 × 0.628 W / m ⋅ K / 0.005m = 1203 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
By comparison with the result of Eq. (2), the disparity of the estimates is ~8%.
PROBLEM 9.54
KNOWN: Horizontal, uninsulated steam pipe passing through a room.
FIND: Heat loss per unit length from the pipe.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Pipe surface is at uniform temperature, (2) Air is quiescent medium, (3)
Surroundings are large compared to pipe.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 350K, 1 atm): ν = 20.92 × 10 m /s, k = 0.030
-6 2 -3 -1
W/m⋅K, α = 29.9 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.700, β = 1/Tf = 2.857 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: Recognizing that the heat loss from the pipe will be by free convection to the air and by
radiation exchange with the surroundings, we can write
q′ = q′conv + q′rad = π D ⎡ h D ( Ts − T∞ ) + εσ Ts4 − Tsur
⎢⎣
4 ⎤.
⎥⎦( ) (1)
To estimate h D , first find RaL, Eq. 9.25, and then use the correlation for a horizontal cylinder, Eq. 9.34,
g β ( Ts − T∞ ) D3 9.8m / s 2 (1/ 350K )( 400 − 300 ) K ( 0.150m )3

Ra L = = = 1.511 × 107
να − 6 2 −
20.92 × 10 m / s × 29.9 × 10 m / s6 2
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 + L
8 / 27
⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪
2
⎧
(
⎫
)
1/ 6
⎪⎪ 0.387 1.511 × 107 ⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 + ⎬ = 31.88
8 / 27
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / 0.700 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
h D = Nu D ⋅ k / D = 31.88 × 0.030 W / m ⋅ K / 0.15m = 6.38 W / m 2 ⋅ K. (2)
Substituting for h D from Eq. (2) into Eq. (1), find
q′ = π ( 0.150m ) ⎡ 6.38 W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 400 − 300 ) K + 0.85 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 4004 − 3004 K 4 ⎤

⎢⎣ ( ) ⎥⎦
q′ = 301W / m + 397 W / m = 698 W / m. <
COMMENTS: (1) Note that for this situation, heat transfer by radiation and free convection are of
equal importance.
(2) Using Eq. 9.33 with constants C,n from Table 9.1, the estimate for h D is
( )
0.333
Nu D = CRa nL = 0.125 1.511 × 107 = 30.73
h D = Nu D k / D = 30.73 × 0.030 W / m ⋅ K / 0.150m = 6.15 W / m 2 ⋅ K.

The agreement is within 4% of the Eq. 9.34 result.
PROBLEM 9.55
KNOWN: Diameter and outer surface temperature of steam pipe. Diameter, thermal conductivity, and
emissivity of insulation. Temperature of ambient air and surroundings.
FIND: Effect of insulation thickness and emissivity on outer surface temperature of insulation and heat
loss.
SCHEMATIC: See Example 9.4, Comment 2.
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Pipe surface is small compared to surroundings, (2) Room air is quiescent.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air (evaluated using Properties Tool Pad of IHT).
ANALYSIS: The appropriate model is provided in Comment 2 of Example 9.4 and includes use of the
following energy balance to evaluate Ts,2,
q′cond = q′conv + q′rad ≡ q′
(
2π k i Ts,1 − Ts,2 ) = h2π r
ln ( r2 r1 )
( ) 4 4
2 Ts,2 − T∞ + ε 2π r2σ Ts,2 − Tsur ( )
from which the total heat rate q′ can then be determined. Using the IHT Correlations and Properties
Tool Pads, the following results are obtained for the effect of the insulation thickness, with ε = 0.85.
170 800
700
140
Surface temperature, Ts,2(C)
600
Heat loss, q'(W/m)
500
110
400
80
300
200
50
100
20 0
0 0.01 0.02 0.03 0.04 0.05 0 0.01 0.02 0.03 0.04 0.05
Insulation thickness, t(m) Insulation thickness, t(m)
The insulation significantly reduces Ts,2 and q′ , and little additional benefits are derived by increasing t
above 25 mm. For t = 25 mm, the effect of the emissivity is as follows.
Continued...
44 53
42 52
Surface temperature, Ts,2(C)
Heat loss, q'(W/m)

40 51
38 50
36 49
34 48
0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
Emissivity, eps Emissivity, eps
Although the surface temperature decreases with increasing emissivity, the heat loss increases due to an
increase in net radiation to the surroundings.
PROBLEM 9.56
KNOWN: Dimensions and temperature of beer can in refrigerator compartment.
FIND: Orientation which maximizes cooling rate.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) End effects are negligible, (2) Compartment air is quiescent, (3) Constant
properties.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = 288.5K, 1 atm): ν = 14.87 × 10 m /s, k =0.0254 W/m⋅K, α =
-6 2 -3 -1
21.0 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.71, β = 1/Tf = 3.47 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: The ratio of cooling rates may be expressed as
q v h v π DL ( Ts − T∞ ) h v
= = .
q h h h π DL ( Ts − T∞ ) h h
For the vertical surface, find
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) 3 9.8 m / s 2 × 3.47 × 10−3 K −1 ( 23°C ) 3
Ra L = L = L = 2.5 × 109 L3
να
( − 6 2
14.87 × 10 m / s 21× 10 m / s − 6 2
)( )
Ra L = 2.5 ×109 ( 0.15 ) = 8.44 × 106 ,
3
2
⎧ ⎫
( )
1/ 6
⎪⎪ 0.387 8.44 × 106 ⎪⎪
Nu L = ⎨0.825 + = 29.7.
8 / 27 ⎬
and using the correlation of Eq. 9.26,
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.71)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
k 0.0254 W / m ⋅ K
Hence h L = h v = Nu L = 29.7 = 5.03 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
L 0.15m
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) 3
D = 2.5 ×109 ( 0.06 ) = 5.4 × 105
3
For the horizontal surface, find Ra D =
να
2
⎧ ⎫
( )
1/ 6
⎪⎪ 0.387 5.4 × 105 ⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 + = 12.24
8 / 27 ⎬
and using the correlation of Eq. 9.34,
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / 0.71)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎭⎪
k 0.0254 W / m ⋅ K
h D = h h = Nu D = 12.24 = 5.18 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
D 0.06m
q v 5.03
Hence = = 0.97. <
q h 5.18
COMMENTS: In view of the uncertainties associated with Eqs. 9.26 and 9.34 and the neglect of end
effects, the above result is inconclusive. The cooling rates are approximately the same.
PROBLEM 9.57
KNOWN: Length and diameter of tube submerged in paraffin of prescribed dimensions. Properties
of paraffin. Inlet temperature, flow rate and properties of water in the tube.
FIND: (a) Water outlet temperature, (b) Heat rate, (c) Time for complete melting.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Water is incompressible liquid with negligible viscous dissipation, (2)
Constant properties for water and paraffin, (3) Negligible tube wall conduction resistance, (4) Free
convection at outer surface associated with horizontal cylinder in an infinite quiescent medium, (5)
Negligible heat loss to surroundings, (6) Fully developed flow in tube.
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PROPERTIES: Water (given): cp = 4185 J/kg⋅K, k = 0.653 W/m⋅K, µ = 467 × 10 kg/s⋅m, Pr =
-4 -1
2.99; Paraffin (given): Tmp = 27.4°C, hsf = 244 kJ/kg, k = 0.15 W/m⋅K, β = 8 × 10 K , ρ = 770
3 -6 2 -8 2
kg/m , ν = 5 × 10 m /s, α = 8.85 × 10 m /s.
ANALYSIS: (a) The overall heat transfer coefficient is
1 1 1
= + .
U hi ho
4m 4 × 0.1kg / s
To estimate h i , find ReD = = = 10,906
π Dµ π × 0.025m × 467 ×10−6 kg / s ⋅ m
and noting the flow is turbulent, use the Dittus-Boelter correlation
Nu D = 0.023Re 4D/ 5 Pr 0.3 = 0.023 (10,906 ) ( 2.99 )0.3 = 54.3
4/5
Nu D k 54.3 × 0.653 W / m ⋅ K
hi = = = 1418 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
D 0.025m
To estimate h o , find
( 9.8 m / s 2 ) 8 × 10−4 K −1 ( 55 − 27.4 ) K ( 0.025m )

3
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) D3
Ra D = =
να 5 × 10−6 m 2 / s × 8.85 × 10−8 m 2 / s
Ra D = 7.64 × 106
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra D1/ 6 ⎪⎪
= ⎨0.60 + = 35.0
8 / 27 ⎬
and using the correlation of Eq. 9.34, Nu D
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪
k 0.15 W / m ⋅ K
h o = Nu D = 35.0 = 210 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
D 0.025m
Alternatively, using the correlation of Eq. 9.33,
Continued …..
Nu D = CRa nD with C = 0.48, n = 0.25 Nu D = 25.2

0.15 W / m ⋅ K
h o = 25.2 = 151W / m 2 ⋅ K.
0.025m
The significant difference in ho values for the two correlations may be due to difficulties associated
with high Pr applications of one or both correlations. Continuing with the result from Eq. 9.34,
= 5.467 × 10−3 m 2 ⋅ K / W
1 1 1 1 1
= + = +
U hi ho 1418 210
U = 183 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
Using Eq. 8.45a, find
T∞ − Tm,o ⎛ π DL ⎞ ⎛ π × 0.025m × 3m W ⎞
= exp ⎜ − U ⎟ = exp ⎜ − 183 ⎟
T∞ − Tm,i ⎜ m cp ⎟ ⎝ 0.1kg / s × 4185 J / kg ⋅ K m2 ⋅ K ⎠
⎝ ⎠
( )
Tm,o = T∞ − T∞ − Tm,i 0.902 = ⎡⎣ 27.4 − ( 27.4 − 60 ) 0.902 ⎤⎦ °C
Tm,o = 56.8°C. <

(b) From an energy balance, the heat rate is
( )
cp Tm,i − Tm,o = 0.1kg / s × 4185 J / kg ⋅ K ( 60 − 56.8 ) K = 1335 W
q=m <
or using the rate equation,
q = U A ∆ TAm = 183 W / m 2 ⋅ Kπ ( 0.025m ) 3m

( 60 − 27.4 ) K − ( 56.8 − 27.4 ) K
60 − 27.4
An
56.8 − 27.4
q = 1335 W.
(c) Applying an energy balance to a control volume about the paraffin,
Ein = ∆Est
q ⋅ t = ρ V h sf = ρ L ⎡⎢ WH − π D 2 / 4 ⎤⎥ h sf
⎣ ⎦
770 kg / m3 × 3m ⎡ π
t= ⎢ ( 0.25m )2 − ( 0.025m )2 ⎤⎥ 2.44 ×105 J / kg
1335 W ⎣ 4 ⎦
t = 2.618 ×104 s = 7.27 h. <
COMMENTS: (1) The value of h o is overestimated by assuming an infinite quiescent medium. The
fact that the paraffin is enclosed will increase the resistance due to free convection and hence decrease
q and increase t.
2
(2) Using h o = 151W / m 2 ⋅ K results in U = 136 W / m ⋅ K, Tm,o = 57.6°C, q = 1009 W and t =
9.62 h.
PROBLEM 9.58
KNOWN: A long uninsulated steam line with a diameter of 89 mm and surface emissivity of 0.8
transports steam at 200°C and is exposed to atmospheric air and large surroundings at an equivalent
temperature of 20°C.
FIND: (a) The heat loss per unit length for a calm day when the ambient air temperature is 20°C; (b)
The heat loss on a breezy day when the wind speed is 8 m/s; and (c) For the conditions of part (a),
calculate the heat loss with 20-mm thickness of insulation (k = 0.08 W/m⋅K). Would the heat loss
change significantly with an appreciable wind speed?
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Calm day corresponds to quiescent ambient
conditions, (3) Breeze is in crossflow over the steam line, (4) Atmospheric air and large surroundings
are at the same temperature; and (5) Emissivity of the insulation surface is 0.8.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 383 K, 1 atm): ν = 2.454 × 10 m /s, k =
-5 2
0.03251 W/m⋅K, α = 3.544 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.693.
ANALYSIS: (a) The heat loss per unit length from the pipe by convection and radiation exchange
with the surroundings is
q′b = q′cv + q′rad
( )
4 − T4
q′b = h D Pb Ts,b − T∞ + ε Pbσ Ts,b ∞ ( ) Pb = π D b (1,2)
where Db is the diameter of the bare pipe. Using the Churchill-Chu correlation, Eq. 9.34, for free
convection from a horizontal cylinder, estimate h D
2
⎧ ⎫
h Db ⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra D1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = = ⎨0.60 +
8 / 27 ⎬
(3)
k ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
where properties are evaluated at the film temperature, Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 and
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) D3b
Ra D = (4)
να
Substituting numerical values, find for the bare steam line
Ra D Nu D hD (W/m ⋅K)
2
q′cv ( W / m ) q′rad ( W / m ) q′b ( W / m )
6
3.73 × 10 21.1 7.71 388 541 929
<
Continued …..
(b) For forced convection conditions with V = 8 m/s, use the Churchill-Bernstein correlation, Eq. 7.54,
4/5
0.62 Re1/ 2 Pr1/ 3 ⎡ ⎛ Re 5/8⎤
h D Db
⎢1 + ⎜ D ⎞
Nu D = = 0.3 + ⎟ ⎥
D
k ⎡1 + ( 0.4 / Pr )2 / 3 ⎤
1/ 4 ⎢ ⎝ 282, 000 ⎠ ⎥
⎣ ⎦
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
where ReD = VD/ν. Substituting numerical values, find
ReD Nu D h D,b (W/m ⋅K)
2
q′cv ( W / m ) q′rad ( W / m ) q′b ( W / m )
4
2.90×10 97.7 35.7 1800 541 2340
<
(c) With 20-mm thickness insulation, and for the calm-day condition, the heat loss per unit length is
(
q′ins = Ts,o − T∞ / R ′tot ) (1)
−1
R ′t = R ′ins + [1/ R ′cv + 1/ R ′rad ] (2)
where the thermal resistance of the insulation from Eq. 3.28 is

R ′ins = An ( Do / Db ) / [ 2π k ] (3)
and the convection and radiation thermal resistances are
(
R ′cv = 1/ h D,oπ Do ) (4)
R ′rad = 1/ ( h rad π Do ) ( ) ( Ts,o ∞)

h rad,o = εσ Ts,o + T∞ 2 + T2 (5,6)
The outer surface temperature of the insulation, Ts,o, can be determined by an energy balance on the
surface node of the thermal circuit.
Ts,b − Ts,o Ts,o − T∞

=
R ′ins [1/ R ′cv + 1/ R ′rad ]−1
Substituting numerical values with Db,o = 129 mm, find the following results.
R ′ins = 0.7384 m ⋅ K / W h D,o = 5.30 W / m 2 ⋅ K
R ′cv = 0.4655 K / W h rad = 5.65 W / m 2 ⋅ K
R ′rad = 0.4371 K / W q′ins = 187 W / m <
Ts,o = 62.1°C
Continued …..
COMMENTS: (1) For the calm-day conditions, the heat loss by radiation exchange is 58% of the
total loss. Using a reflective shield (say, ε = 0.1) on the outer surface could reduce the heat loss by
50%.
(2) The effect of a 8-m/s breeze over the steam line is to increase the heat loss by more than a factor of
two above that for a calm day. The heat loss by radiation exchange is approximately 25% of the total
loss.
(3) The effect of the 20-mm thickness insulation is to reduce the heat loss to 20% the rate by free
convection or to 9% the rate on the breezy day. From the results of part (c), note that the insulation
resistance is nearly 3 times that due to the combination of the convection and radiation process thermal
resistances. The effect of increased wind speed is to reduce R ′cv , but since R ′ins is the dominant
resistance, the effect will not be very significant.
(4) The convection correlation models in IHT are especially useful for applications such as the present
one to eliminate the tediousness of evaluating properties and performing the calculations. However, it
is essential that you have experiences in hand calculations with the correlations before using the
software.
PROBLEM 9.59
KNOWN: Horizontal tube, 12.5mm diameter, with surface temperature 240°C located in room with
an air temperature 20°C.
FIND: Heat transfer rate per unit length of tube due to convection.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Ambient air is quiescent, (2) Surface radiation effects are not considered.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = 400K, 1 atm): ν = 26.41 × 10 m /s, k= 0.0338 W/m⋅K, α =
-6 2 -3 -1
38.3 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.690, β = 1/Tf = 2.5 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: The heat rate from the tube, per unit length of the tube, is
q′ = h π D ( Ts − T∞ )
where h can be estimated from the correlation, Eq. 9.34,
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 + D
8 / 27 ⎬
.
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
From Eq. 9.25,
( )
3
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) D3 9.8m / s 2 × 2.5 ×10−3 K −1 ( 240 − 20 ) K × 12.5 × 10−3 m
Ra D = = = 10, 410.
να 26.41×10−6 m 2 / s × 38.3 × 10−6 m 2 / s
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 (10, 410 )
1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Hence, Nu D = ⎨0.60 + ⎬ = 4.40
8 / 27
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / 0.690 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
k 0.0338 W / m ⋅ K
h = Nu D = × 4.40 = 11.9 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
D 12.5 × 10 m− 3
The heat rate is
( )
q′ = 11.9 W / m 2 ⋅ K × π 12.5 × 10−3 m ( 240 − 20 ) K = 103 W / m. <
COMMENTS: Heat loss rate by radiation, assuming an emissivity of 1.0 for the surface, is
( ) (
q′rad = ε Pσ Ts4 − T∞4 = 1 × π 12.5 × 10−3 m × 5.67 × 10−8 ) W
⎢
m ⋅ K4 ⎣
2
⎡( 240 + 273)4 − ( 20 + 273)4 ⎤ K 4
⎦⎥
q′rad = 138 W / m.
Note that P = π D. Note also this estimate assumes the surroundings are at ambient air temperature. In
this instance, q′rad > q′conv .
PROBLEM 9.60
KNOWN: Insulated steam tube exposed to atmospheric air and surroundings at 25°C.
FIND: (a) Heat transfer rate by free convection to the room, per unit length of the tube; effect on quality,
x, at outlet of 30 m length of tube; (b) Effect of radiation on heat transfer and quality of outlet flow; (c)
Effect of emissivity and insulation thickness on heat rate.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Ambient air is quiescent, (2) Negligible surface radiation (part a), (3) Tube wall
resistance negligible.
PROPERTIES: Steam tables, steam (sat., 4 bar): hf = 566 kJ/kg, Tsat = 416 K, hg = 2727 kJ/kg, hfg =
2160 kJ/kg, vg = 0.476 m3/kg; Table A.3, magnesia, 85% (310 K): km = 0.051 W/m⋅K; Table A.4, air
(assume Ts = 60°C, Tf = (60 + 25)°C/2 = 315 K, 1 atm): ν = 17.4 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.0274 W/m⋅K, α =
24.7 × 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.705, Tf = 1/315 K = 3.17 × 10-3 K-1.
ANALYSIS: (a) The heat rate per unit length of the tube (see sketch) is given as,
−1
T − T∞ 1 ⎡ 1 1 D 1 ⎤
q′ = i where =⎢ + ln 3 + ⎥ (1,2)
R ′t R ′t ⎣ h oπ D3 2π k m D2 h iπ D1 ⎦
To estimate h o , we have assumed Ts ≈ 60°C in order to calculate RaL from Eq. 9.25,
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) D33 9.8 m s 2 × 3.17 × 10−3 K −1 ( 60 − 25 ) K ( 0.115 m )

3
Ra D = = = 3.85 × 106 .
να −6 2 −6 2
17.4 × 10 m s × 24.7 × 10 m s
The appropriate correlation is Eq. 9.34; find

2 2
⎧
⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 +
0.387 ( Ra D )
1/ 6
⎫ ⎧
⎪
⎪ ⎪
⎬
⎪
= ⎨0.60 +
0.387 3.85 × 10 6 1/ 6
( ⎫
⎪⎪
= 21.4
)
8 / 27 8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪ ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 0.705 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪ ⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
k 0.0274 W m ⋅ K
ho = Nu D = × 21.4 = 5.09 W m 2 ⋅ K .
D3 0.115 m
Substituting numerical values into Eq. (2), find
−1
1 ⎡ 1 1 115 1 ⎤
=⎢ + ln + ⎥ = 0.430 W m ⋅ K
R ′t ⎣⎢ 5.09 W m 2 ⋅ K × π 0.115 m 2π × 0.051W m ⋅ K 65 11, 000 W m 2 ⋅ Kπ × 0.055 m ⎦⎥
and from Eq. (1), q′ = 0.430 W m ⋅ K ( 416 − 298 ) K = 50.8 W m <

Continued...
We need to verify that the assumption of Ts = 60°C is reasonable. From the thermal circuit,
(
Ts = T∞ + q′ h o π D3 = 25D C + 50.8 W m 5.09 W m 2 ⋅ K × π × 0.115 m = 53D C . )
Another calculation using Ts = 53°C would be appropriate for a more precise result.
Assuming q′ is constant, the enthalpy of the steam at the outlet (L = 30 m), h2, is
h 2 = h1 − q′ ⋅ L m
= 2727 kJ kg − 50.8 W m × 30 m 0.015 kg s = 2625 kJ kg
= ρg Ac u m with ρg = 1 vg and Ac = π D12 4 . For negligible pressure drop,

where m
x = ( h 2 − h f ) h fg = ( 2625 − 566 ) kJ kg ( 2160 kJ kg ) = 0.953. <

(b) With radiation, we first determine Ts by performing an energy balance at the outer surface, where
q′i = q′conv,o + q′rad
Ti − Ts
R ′i
= h oπ D3 ( Ts − T∞ ) + π D3εσ Ts4 − Tsur
4
( )
and
1 1 D
R ′i = + ln 3
h iπ D1 2π k m D 2
From knowledge of Ts, q′i = ( Ti − Ts ) R ′i may then be determined. Using the Correlations and
Properties Tool Pads of IHT to determine h o and the properties of air evaluated at Tf = (Ts + T∞ )/2, the
following results are obtained.
Condition Ts (°C) q′i (W/m)

ε = 0.8, D3 = 115 mm 41.8 56.9
ε = 0.8, D3 = 165 mm 33.7 37.6
ε = 0.2, D3 = 115 mm 49.4 52.6
ε = 0.2, D3 = 165 mm 38.7 35.9
COMMENTS: Clearly, a significant reduction in heat loss may be realized by increasing the insulation
thickness. Although Ts, and hence q′conv,o , increases with decreasing ε, the reduction in q′rad is more
than sufficient to reduce the heat loss.
PROBLEM 9.61
KNOWN: Dissipation rate of an electrical cable suspended in air.
FIND: Surface temperature of the cable, Ts.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Quiescent air, (2) Cable in horizontal position, (3) Negligible radiation exchange.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 325K, based upon initial estimate for Ts, 1 atm):
-6 2 -6 2
ν = 18.41 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0282 W/m⋅K, α = 26.2 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.704.
ANALYSIS: From the rate equation on a unit length basis, the surface temperature is
Ts = T∞ + q′ / π Dh
where h is estimated by an appropriate correlation. Since such a calculation requires knowledge of
Ts, an iteration procedure is required. Begin by assuming Ts = 77°C and calculated RaD,
Ra D = gβ∆T D3 / να where ∆T = Ts − T∞ and Tf = ( Ts + T∞ ) / 2 (1,2,3)
For air, β = 1/Tf, and substituting numerical values,
m2 m2
(1/ 325K )( 77 − 27 ) K ( 0.025m )3 /18.41× 10−6 × 26.2 × 10−6
m
Ra D = 9.8 = 4.884 × 104.
2 s s
s
Using the Churchill-Chu relation, find h.
2
⎧ ⎫
hD ⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra D1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = = ⎨0.60 +
8 / 27 ⎬
(4)
k ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
h=
⎧
⎪
0.0282 W / m ⋅ K ⎪
⎨0.60 +
0.387 4.884 × 10 (
4 1/ 6 ⎫
⎪⎪ ) 2
⎬ = 7.28 W / m ⋅ K.
8 / 27
0.025m ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / 0.704 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪
Substituting numerical values into Eq. (1), the calculated value for Ts is
Ts = 27°C + ( 30 W / m ) / π × 0.025m × 7.28 W / m 2 ⋅ K = 79.5°C.
This value is very close to the assumed value (77°C), but an iteration with a new value of 79°C is
warranted. Using the same property values, find for this iteration:
Ra D = 5.08 × 104 h = 7.35 W / m 2 ⋅ K Ts = 79°C. <
We conclude that Ts = 79°C is a good estimate for the surface temperature.
COMMENTS: Recognize that radiative exchange is likely to be significant and would have the
effect of reducing the estimate for Ts.
PROBLEM 9.62
KNOWN: Dissipation rate of an immersion heater in a large tank of water.
FIND: Surface temperature in water and, if accidentally operated, in air.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Quiescent ambient fluid, (2) Negligible radiative exchange.

PROPERTIES: Table A-6, Water and Table A-4, Air:
3 7 2 7 2 6 -1
T(K) k⋅10 (W/m⋅K) ν⋅10 (µ/ρ,m /s) α⋅10 (k/ρcp,m /s) Pr β⋅10 (K )
Water 315 634 6.25 1.531 4.16 400.4
Air 1500 100 2400 3500 0685 666.7
ANALYSIS: From the rate equation, the surface temperature, Ts, is
Ts = T∞ + q / (π D L h ) (1)
where h is estimated by an appropriate correlation. Since such a calculation requires knowledge of

Ts, an iteration procedure is required. Begin by assuming for water that Ts = 64°C such that Tf =
315K. Calculate the Rayleigh number,
9.8m / s 2 × 400.4 ×10−6 K −1 ( 64 − 20 ) K ( 0.010m )

3
gβ∆TD3
Ra D = = = 1.804 × 106. (2)
να 6.25 ×10−7 m 2 / s ×1.531×10−7 m 2 / s
Using the Churchill-Chu relation, find
2
⎧ ⎫
hD ⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra D1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = = ⎨0.60 +
8 / 27 ⎬
(3)
k ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
2
⎧ ⎫
h=
⎪
0.634 W / m ⋅ K ⎪
⎨0.60 +
0.387 1.804 × 10 6 1/ 6
( ⎪⎪ ) 2
⎬ = 1301W / m ⋅ K.
0.01m 8 / 27
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / 4.16 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
Substituting numerical values into Eq. (1), the calculated value for Ts in water is
Ts = 20°C + 550 W / π × 0.010m × 0.30m × 1301W / m 2 ⋅ K = 64.8°C. <

Continued …..
Our initial assumption of Ts = 64°C is in excellent agreement with the calculated value.
With accidental operation in air, the heat transfer coefficient will be nearly a factor of 100 less.
Suppose h ≈ 25 W / m 2 ⋅ K , then from Eq. (1), T ≈ 2360°C. Very likely the heater will burn out.
s
2
Using air properties at Tf ≈ 1500K and Eq. (2), find RaD = 1.815 × 10 . Using Eq. 9.33,
Nu D = C Ra nD with C= 0.85 and n = 0.188 from Table 9.1, find h = 22.6 W / m 2 ⋅ K. Hence, our
first estimate for the surface temperature in air was reasonable,
Ts ≈ 2300°C. <
However, radiation exchange will be the dominant mode, and would reduce the estimate for Ts.
Generally such heaters could not withstand operating temperatures above 1000°C and safe operation
in air is not possible.
PROBLEM 9.63
KNOWN: Motor shaft of 20-mm diameter operating in ambient air at T∞ = 27°C with surface
temperature Ts ≤ 87°C.
FIND: Convection coefficients and/or heat removal rates for different heat transfer processes: (a) For a
rotating horizontal cylinder as a function of rotational speed 5000 to 15,000 rpm using the recommended
correlation, (b) For free convection from a horizontal stationary shaft; investigate whether mixed free
and forced convection effects for the range of rotational speeds in part (a) are significant using the
recommended criterion; (c) For radiation exchange between the shaft having an emissivity of 0.8 and
the surroundings also at ambient temperature, Tsur = T∞ ; and (d) For cross flow of ambient air over the
stationary shaft, required air velocities to remove the heat rates determined in part (a).
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Shaft is horizontal with isothermal surface.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞ )/2 = 330 K, 1 atm): ν = 18.91 × 10-6 m2/s , k = 0.02852
W/m⋅K, α = 26.94 × 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.7028, β = 1/Tf .
ANALYSIS: (a) The recommended correlation for a horizontal rotating shaft is
Nu D = 0.133ReD 2 / 3 Pr1/ 3 ReD < 4.3 ×105 0.7 < Pr < 670
where the Reynolds number is
Re D = ΩD 2 ν
and Ω ( rad s ) is the rotational velocity. Evaluating properties at Tf = (Ts + T∞ )/2, find for ω = 5000
rpm,
Re D = ( 5000rpm × 2π rad rev / 60s min )( 0.020m ) 18.91× 10−6 m 2 s = 11, 076
2
Nu D = 0.133 (11, 076 ) ( 0.7028)1/ 3 = 58.75

23
h D,rot = Nu D k D = 58.75 × 0.02852 W m ⋅ K 0.020m = 83.8 W m 2 ⋅ K <

The heat rate per unit shaft length is
D
q′rot = h D,rot (π D )( Ts − T∞ ) = 83.8 W m 2 ⋅ K (π × 0.020m )( 87 − 27 ) C = 316 W m <
The convection coefficient and heat rate as a function of rotational speed are shown in a plot below.
(b) For the stationary shaft condition, the free convection coefficient can be estimated from the
Churchill-Chu correlation, Eq. (9.34) with
Continued...
gβ∆TD3
Ra D =
να
9.8 m s 2 (1 330K )( 87 − 27 ) K ( 0.020m )

3
Ra D = = 27, 981
18.91 × 10−6 m 2 s × 26.94 × 10−6 m 2 s
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387Ra1/
D
6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 +
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 ( 27, 981)
1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 + = 5.61
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 0.7028 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪
h D,fc = Nu D k D = 5.61× 0.02852 W m ⋅ K 0.020m = 8.00 W m 2⋅ K

D
q′fc = 8.00 W m 2⋅ K (π × 0.020m )( 87 − 27 ) C = 30.2 W m <
Mixed free and forced convection effects may be significant if
ReD < 4.7 GrD (

3 Pr 0.137
)
where GrD = RaD/Pr, find using results from above and in part (a) for ω = 5000 rpm,
0.137
11, 076 ? < ? 4.7 ⎡( 27,981 0.7028 ) 0.7018⎤
3
= 383
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
We conclude that free convection effects are not significant for rotational speeds above 5000 rpm.
(c) Considering radiation exchange between the shaft and the surroundings,
4
( )
(
h rad = 0.8 × 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2⋅ K ( 360 + 300 ) 3602 + 3002 K 3 = 6.57 W m 2⋅ K ) <
and the heat rate by radiation exchange is
q′rad = h rad (π D )( Ts − Tsur )
q′rad = 6.57 W m 2 ⋅ K (π × 0.020m )( 87 − 27 ) K = 24.8 W m <

(d) For cross flow of ambient air at a velocity V over the shaft, the convection coefficient can be
estimated using the Churchill-Bernstein correlation, Eq. 7.54, with
VD
Re D,cf =
ν
0.62 Re1D/ ,2cf Pr 1/ 3 LM1 + F Re I OP
5/ 8 4 / 5
MN GH 282,000 JK
D , cf
Nu D,cf = h D,cf D k = 0.3 +
a
1 + 0.4 Pr f 2 / 3 1/ 4
PQ
Continued...
From the plot below (left) for the rotating shaft condition of part (a), h D,rot vs. rpm, note that the
convection coefficient varies from approximately 75 to 175 W/m2 ⋅ K. Using the IHT Correlations Tool,
Forced Convection, Cylinder, which is based upon the above relations, the range of air velocities V
required to achieve h D,cf in the range 75 to 175 W/m2 ⋅ K was computed and is plotted below (right).
200 50
40
Coefficient or heat rate
150
Air velocity, V (m/s)

30
100
20
50
10
0
5000 10000 15000
Rotational speed, rpm (rev/min) 0

75 100 125 150 175
Convection coefficient, h (W/m^2.K)
Heat rate, q'*10^-1 (W/m) Convection coefficient, hDbar (W/m^2.K)
Note that the air cross-flow velocities are quite substantial in order to remove similar heat rates for the
rotating shaft condition.
COMMENTS: We conclude for the rotational speed and surface temperature conditions, free
convection effects are not significant. Further, radiation exchange, part (c) result, is less than 10% of the
convection heat loss for the lowest rotational speed condition.
PROBLEM 9.64
KNOWN: Horizontal pin fin of 6-mm diameter and 60-mm length fabricated from plain carbon steel (k
= 57 W/m⋅K, ε = 0.5). Fin base maintained at Tb = 150°C. Ambient air and surroundings at 25°C.
FIND: Fin heat rate, qf, by two methods: (a) Analytical solution using average fin surface temperature of
Ts = 125D C to estimate the free convection and linearized radiation coefficients; comment on sensitivity
of fin heat rate to choice of Ts ; and, (b) Finite-difference method when coefficients are based upon local
temperatures, rather than an average fin surface temperature; compare result of the two solution methods.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) One-dimensional conduction in the pin fin, (3)
Ambient air is quiescent and extensive, (4) Surroundings are large compared to the pin fin, and (5) Fin tip
is adiabatic.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, Air (Tf = Ts + T∞ ( ) 2 = 348 K): ν = 20.72 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.02985 W/m⋅K,
α = 29.60 × 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.7003, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: (a) The heat rate for the pin fin with an adiabatic tip condition is, Eq. 3.76,
q f = M tanh ( mL ) (1)
M = ( h tot PkA c ) m = ( hP kA c )
1/ 2 1/ 2
θb (2,3)
P =πD Ac = π D2 4 θ b = Tb − T∞ (4-6)
and the average coefficient is the sum of the convection and linearized radiation processes, respectively,
h tot = hfc + h rad (7)
evaluated at Ts = 125D C with Tf = Ts + T∞ ( ) 2 = 75D C = 348 K .
Estimating h fc : For the horizontal cylinder, Eq. 9.34, with
gβ∆TD3
Ra D =
να
Continued …..
9.8 m s 2 (1 348K )(125 − 25 )( 0.006m )

3
Ra D = = 991.79
20.72 × 10−6 m 2 s × 29.60 × 10−6 m 2 s
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra D1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 +
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 ( 991.79 )
1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 + = 2.603
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 0.7003)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
h fc = Nu D k D = 2.603 × 0.02985 W m ⋅ K 0.006m = 12.95 W m 2⋅ K
Calculating h rad : The linearized radiation coefficient is
(
2
) (8)
(
h rad = 0.5 × 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2 ⋅ K 4 ( 398 + 298 ) 3982 + 2982 K 3 = 4.88 W m 2⋅ K )
Substituting numerical values into Eqs. (1-7) , find
qfin = 2.04W <
with θ b = 125 K, A c = 2.827 × 10−5 m 2 , P = 0.01885 m, m = 14.44 m −1, M = 2.909 W, and
h tot = 17.83 W m 2⋅ K .
Using the IHT Model, Extended Surfaces, Rectangular Pin Fin, with the Correlations Tool for Free
Convection and the Properties Tool for Air, the above analysis was repeated to obtain the following
results.
( )
Ts D C
115 120 125 130 135
qf ( W ) 1.989 2.012 2.035 2.057 2.079
( qf − qf ,o ) q fo (%) -2.3 -1.1 0 +1.1 +2.2
The fin heat rate is not very sensitive to the choice of Ts for the range Ts = 125 ± 10 °C. For the base
case condition, the fin tip temperature is T(L) = 114 °C so that Ts ≈ (T(L) + Tb ) /2 = 132°C would be
consistent assumed value.
Continued …..
(b) Using the IHT Tool, Finite-Difference Equation, Steady- State, Extended Surfaces, the temperature
distribution was determined for a 15-node system from which the fin heat rate was determined. The local
free convection and linearized radiation coefficients h tot = h fc + h rad, were evaluated at local
temperatures, Tm , using IHT with the Correlations Tool, Free Convection, Horizontal Cylinder, and the
Properties Tool for Air, and Eq. (8). The local coefficient htot vs. Ts is nearly a linear function for the
range 114 ≤ Ts ≤ 150°C so that it was reasonable to represent htot (Ts) as a Lookup Table Function. The
fin heat rate follows from an energy balance on the base node, (see schematic next page)
qf = qa + q b = ( 0.08949 + 1.879 ) W = 1.97 W <
qa = h b ( P∆x 2 )( Tb − T∞ )
q b = kAc ( Tb − T1 ) ∆x
where Tb = 150°C, T1 = 418.3 K = 145.3°C, and hb = htot (Tb) = l8.99 W m2 ⋅ K .
Considering variable coefficients, the fin heat rate is -3.3% lower than for the analytical solution with the
assumed Ts = 125°C.
COMMENTS: (1) To validate the FDE model for part (b), we compared the temperature distribution
and fin heat rate using a constant htot with the analytical solution ( Ts = 125°C). The results were
identical indicating that the 15-node mesh is sufficiently fine.
(2) The fin temperature distribution (K) for the IHT finite-difference model of part (b) is
Tb T01 T02 T03 T04 T05 T06 T07

423 418.3` 414.1 410.3 406.8 403.7 401 398.6
T08 T09 T10 T11 T12 T13 T14 T15

396.6 394.9 393.5 392.4 391.7 391.2 391 390.9
PROBLEM 9.65
KNOWN: Diameter, thickness, emissivity and thermal conductivity of steel pipe. Temperature of
water flow in pipe. Cost of producing hot water.
FIND: Cost of daily heat loss from an uninsulated pipe.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, (2) Negligible convection resistance for water flow, (3)
Negligible radiation from pipe surroundings, (4) Quiescent air, (5) Constant properties.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, air (p = 1 atm, Tf ≈ 295K): ka = 0.0259 W/m⋅K. ν = 15.45 × 10 m /s, α
-6 2 -3 -1
= 21.8 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.708, β = 3.39 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: Performing an energy balance for a control surface about the outer surface, q ′cond =
q ′conv + q ′rad , it follows that
T − Ts,o
R ′cond
( )
4
= hπ Do Ts,o − T∞ + ε pπ Doσ Ts,o (1)
where R ′cond = An ( Do / Di ) / 2π k p = An (100 / 84 ) / 2π ( 60 W / m ⋅ K ) = 4.62 × 10−4 m ⋅ K / W. The

convection coefficient may be obtained from the Churchill and Chu correlation. Hence, with RaD =
gβ (Ts,o - T∞) D3o / αν = 9.8 m / s 2 × 3.39 × 10−3 K −1 ( 0.1m )3 ( Ts,o − 268K ) / ( 21.8 ×15.45 ×10 −12 4
m /s
2
)
= 98, 637 ( Ts,o − 268 ) ,
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪ ⎪
{ }
1/ 6 2
⎬ = 0.60 + 2.182 ( Ts,o − 268 )
0.387 Ra D 1/ 6
Nu D = ⎨0.60 +
8 / 27
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎭
{ )1/ 6 }
2
(
ka 2
h= Nu D = 0.259 W / m ⋅ K 0.60 + 2.182 Ts,o − 268
Do
Substituting the foregoing expression for h , as well as values of R ′cond , D o , ε p and σ into Eq. (1), an
iterative solution yields Ts,o = 322.9 K = 49.9°C
It follows that h = 6.10 W / m 2 ⋅ K , and the heat loss per unit length of pipe is
−8
q ′ = q ′conv + q ′rad = 6.10 W / m ⋅ K ( π × 0.1m ) 54.9K + 0.6 (π × 0.1m ) 5.67 × 10 W / m ⋅ K ( 322.9K )
2 2 4 4
= (105.2 + 116.2 ) W / m = 221.4 W / m

The corresponding daily energy loss is Q′ = 0.221kW / m × 24 h / d = 5.3 kW ⋅ h / m ⋅ d
and the associated cost is C′ = ( 5.3kW ⋅ h / m ⋅ d )( $0.05 / kW ⋅ h ) = $0.265 / m ⋅ d <
COMMENTS: (1) The heat loss is significant, and the pipe should be insulated. (2) The conduction
resistance of the pipe wall is negligible relative to the combined convection and radiation resistance at
the outer surface. Hence, the temperature of the outer surface is only slightly less than that of the
water.
PROBLEM 9.66
KNOWN: Insulated, horizontal pipe with aluminum foil having emissivity which varies
from 0.12 to 0.36 during service. Pipe diameter is 300 mm and its surface temperature is
90°C.
FIND: Effect of emissivity degradation on heat loss with ambient air at 25°C and (a)
quiescent conditions and (b) cross-wind velocity of 10 m/s.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Surroundings are large compared to pipe,
(3) Pipe has uniform temperature.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (90 + 25)°C/2 = 330K, 1 atm): ν = 18.9 × 10 m /s, k
-3 -6 2
= 28.5 × 10 W/m⋅K, α = 26.9 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.703.
ANALYSIS: The heat loss per unit length from the pipe is
q′ = hP ( Ts − T∞ ) + εσ P Ts4 − Tsur
4
( )
where P = πD and h needs to be evaluated for the two ambient air conditions.
(a) Quiescent air. Treating the pipe as a horizontal cylinder, find
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) D3 9.8 m / s 2 (1/ 330K )( 90 − 25 ) K ( 0.30 m )
3
Ra D = = = 1.025 ×108
να 18.9 ×10−6 m 2 / s × 26.9 × 10−6 m 2 / s
-5 12
and using the Churchill-Chu correlation for 10 < RaD < 10 .
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387Ra D 1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 +
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
2
⎧ ⎫
( )
1/ 6
⎪⎪ 0.387 1.025 × 108 ⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 + = 56.93
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / 0.703)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
h D = Nu D k / D = 56.93 × 0.0285 W / m ⋅ K / 0.300m = 5.4 W / m2 ⋅ K.
Continued …..
Hence, the heat loss is
q′ = 5.4 W / m 2 ⋅ K (π 0.30m )( 90 − 25 ) K + ε × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K (π 0.300m ) 3634 − 2984 K 4 ( )

⎧ε = 0.12 → q′ = ( 331 + 61) = 392 W / m
q′ = 331 + 506ε ⎨
<
⎩ε = 0.36 → q′ = ( 331 + 182 ) = 513 W / m <
The radiation effect accounts for 16 and 35%, respectively, of the heat rate.
(b) Cross-wind condition. With a cross-wind, find
VD 10 m / s × 0.30m
ReD = = = 1.587 × 105
ν 18.9 × 10−6 m 2 / s
and using the Hilpert correlation where C = 0.027 and m = 0.805 from Table 7.2,
( )
0.805
Nu D = C Rem
D Pr
1/ 3 = 0.027 1.587 ×105
( 0.703)1/ 3 = 368.9
h D = Nu D ⋅ k / D = 368.9 × 0.0285 W / m ⋅ K / 0.300m = 35 W / m 2 ⋅ K.

Recognizing that combined free and forced convection conditions may exist, from Eq. 9.64
with n = 4,
( )
1/ 4
Nu 4m = Nu 4F + Nu 4N h m = 5.44 + 354 = 35 W / m 2 ⋅ K
we find forced convection dominates. Hence, the heat loss is
q′ = 35 W / m 2 ⋅ K (π 0.300m )( 90 − 25 ) K + ε × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K (π 0.300m ) 3934 − 2984 K 4 ( )

{ ′
q′ = 2144 + 853ε ε = 0.12 → q′ = 2144 + 102 = 2246 W / m
ε = 0.36 → q = 2144 + 307 = 2451W / m
<
<
The radiation effect accounts for 5 and 13%, respectively, of the heat rate.
COMMENTS: (1) For high velocity wind conditions, radiation losses are quite low and the
degradation of the foil is not important. However, for low velocity and quiescent air
conditions, radiation effects are significant and the degradation of the foil can account for a
nearly 25% change in heat loss.
2
(2) The radiation coefficient is in the range 0.83 to 2.48 W/m ⋅K for ε = 0.12 and 0.36,
respectively. Compare these values with those for convection.
PROBLEM 9.67
KNOWN: Diameter, emissivity, and power dissipation of cylindrical heater. Temperature of ambient
air and surroundings.
FIND: Steady-state temperature of heater and time required to come within 10°C of this temperature.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Air is quiescent, (2) Duct wall forms large surroundings about heater, (3) Heater
may be approximated as a lumped capacitance.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air (Obtained from Properties Tool Pad of IHT).
ANALYSIS: Performing an energy balance on the heater, the final (steady-state) temperature may be
obtained from the requirement that q′ = q′conv + q′rad , or
q′ = h (π D )( T − T∞ ) + h r (π D )( T − Tsur )
where h is obtained from Eq. 9.34 and hr = εσ ( T + Tsur ) T 2 + Tsur (

2 . Using the Correlations Tool
)
Pad of IHT to evaluate h , this expression may be solved to obtain
T = 854 K = 581°C <
′ = q′ − q′
Under transient conditions, the energy balance is of the form, E st conv − q′rad , or
( )
ρ cp π D 2 4 dT dt = q′ − h (π D )( T − T∞ ) − h r (π D )( T − Tsur )
Using the IHT Lumped Capacitance model with the Correlations Tool Pad, the above expression is
integrated from t = 0, for which Ti = 562.4 K, to the time for which T = 844 K. The integration yields
t = 183s <
The value of Ti = 562.4 K corresponds to the steady-state temperature for which the power dissipation is
balanced by forced convection and radiation (see solution to Problem 7.44).
COMMENTS: The forced convection coefficient (Problems 7.43 and 7.44) of 105 W/m2⋅K is much
larger than that associated with free convection for the steady-state conditions of this problem (14.6
W/m2⋅K). However, because of the correspondingly larger heater temperature, the radiation coefficient
with free convection (42.9 W/m2⋅K) is much larger than that associated with forced convection (15.9
W/m2⋅K).
PROBLEM 9.68
KNOWN: Cylindrical sensor of 12.5 mm diameter positioned horizontally in quiescent air at 27°C.
FIND: An expression for the free convection coefficient as a function of only ∆T = Ts - T∞ where Ts
is the sensor temperature.
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Uniform temperature over cylindrically shaped
sensor, (3) Ambient air extensive and quiescent.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf, 1 atm): β = 1/Tf and
6 2 6 2 3
Ts (°C) Tf (K) ν × 10 m /s α × 10 m /s k × 10 W/m⋅K Pr
30 302 16.09 22.8 26.5 0.707
55 314 17.30 24.6 27.3 0.705
80 327 18.61 26.5 28.3 0.703
ANALYSIS: For the cylindrical sensor, using Eqs. 9.25 and 9.34,
2
⎧ ⎫
gβ∆TD3 h D ⎪⎪ 0.387Ra D 1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Ra D = Nu D = D = ⎨0.60 +
8 / 27 ⎬
(1,2)
να k ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪
where properties are evaluated at Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2. With 30 ≤ Ts ≤ 80°C and T∞ = 27°C, 302 ≤ Tf ≤
326 K. Using properties evaluated at the mid-range of Tf, Tf = 314 K, find
9.8 m / s 2 (1/ 314K ) ∆T ( 0.0125 m )

3
Ra D = = 143.2∆T
17.30 ×10−6 m 2 / s × 24.6 × 10−6 m 2 / s
2
⎧ ⎫
0.0273 W / m ⋅ K ⎪⎪ 0.387 (143∆T )
1/ 6 ⎪⎪
hD = ⎨0.60 +
0.0125 m 8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / 0.705 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
{ }.
2
h D = 2.184 0.60 + 0.734∆T1/ 6 (3) <
COMMENTS: (1) The effect of using a fixed film temperature, Tf = 314 K = 41°C, for the full
range 30 ≤ Ts ≤ 80°C can be seen by comparing results from the approximate Eq. (3) and the
correlation, Eq. (2), with the proper film temperature. The results are summarized in the table.
Correlation Eq. (3)
_____________________________
Ts (°C) ∆T = Ts - T∞ (°C) RaD Nu D (
hD W / m2 ⋅ K ) (
hD W / m2 ⋅ K )
30 3 518 2.281 4.83 4.80
55 28 4011 3.534 7.72 7.71
The approximate expression for h D is in excellent agreement with the correlation.
(2) In calculating heat rates it may be important to consider radiation exchange with the surroundings.
PROBLEM 9.69
KNOWN: Thin-walled tube mounted horizontally in quiescent air and wrapped with an electrical tape
passing hot fluid in an experimental loop.
FIND: (a) Heat flux q′′e from the heating tape required to prevent heat loss from the hot fluid when (a)
neglecting and (b) including radiation exchange with the surroundings, (c) Effect of insulation on q′′e and
convection/radiation rates.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Ambient air is quiescent and extensive, (3)
Surroundings are large compared to the tube.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞ )/2 = (45 + 15)°C/2 = 303 K, 1 atm): ν = 16.19 × 10-6
m2/s, α = 22.9 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 26.5 × 10-3 W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.707, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: (a,b) To prevent heat losses from the hot fluid, the heating tape temperature must be
maintained at Tm; hence Ts,i = Tm. From a surface energy balance,
(
q′′e = q′′conv + q′′rad = h D + h r Ts,i − T∞
i )( )
where the linearized radiation coefficient, Eq. 1.9, is h r = εσ Ts,i + T∞ ( ) ( Ts,i2 + T∞2 ) , or
(
h r = 0.95 × 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2 ⋅ K 4 ( 318 + 288 ) 3182 + 2882 K 3 = 6.01W m 2 ⋅ K . )
Neglecting radiation: For the horizontal cylinder, Eq. 9.34 yields
Ra D =
(
gβ Ts,i − T∞ D3i ) =
9.8 m s 2 (1 303 K )( 45 − 15 ) K ( 0.020 m )
3
= 20, 900
να 16.19 × 10−6 m 2 s × 22.9 × 10−6 m 2 s
2
⎧ ⎫
h D Di ⎪⎪ 0.387Ra 1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu D = i = ⎨0.60 + D
8 / 27 ⎬
k ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
Continued ….
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪
0.0265 W m ⋅ K ⎪ 0.386 ( 20, 900 )
1/ 6 ⎪⎪
hD = ⎨ 0.60 + ⎬ = 6.90 W m 2 ⋅ K
i 8 / 27
0.020 m ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 0.707 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪
Hence, neglecting radiation, the required heat flux is
q′′e = 6.90 W m 2 ⋅ K ( 45 − 15 ) K = 207 W m2 ⋅ K <
Considering radiation: The required heat flux considering radiation is
q′′e = ( 6.90 + 6.01) W m 2 ⋅ K ( 45 − 15 ) K = 387 W m2 ⋅ K <
(c) With insulation, the surface energy balance must be modified to account for an increase in the outer
diameter from Di to Do = Di + 2t and for the attendant thermal resistance associated with conduction
across the insulation. From an energy balance at the inner surface of the insulation,
q′′e (π Di ) = q′cond =
(
2π k i Tm − Ts,o )
ln ( Do Di )
and from an energy balance at the outer surface,
q′cond = q′conv + q′rad = π Do h Do + h r ( ) ( Ts,o − T∞ )

The foregoing expressions may be used to determine Ts,o and q′′e as a function of t, with the IHT
Correlations and Properties Tool Pads used to evaluate h D . The desired results are plotted as follows.
o
350 25
20
Required heat flux, qe''(W/m^2)
300
Heat rate (W/m)
15
250
10
200
5
150 0
0 0.004 0.008 0.012 0.016 0.02
Insulation thickness, t(m)

100
0 0.004 0.008 0.012 0.016 0.02 Total
Convection
Insulation thickness, t(m) Radiation
By adding 20 mm of insulation, the required power dissipation is reduced by a factor of approximately 3.

Convection and radiation heat rates at the outer surface are comparable.
COMMENTS: Over the range of insulation thickness, Ts,o decreases from 45°C to 20°C, while h D
o
and hr decrease from 6.9 to 3.5 W/m ⋅K and from 3.8 to 3.3 W/m ⋅K, respectively.
2 2
PROBLEM 9.70
KNOWN: A billet of stainless steel AISI 316 with a diameter of 150 mm and length 500 mm
emerges from a heat treatment process at 200°C and is placed into an unstirred oil bath maintained at
20°C.
FIND: (a) Determine whether it is advisable to position the billet in the bath with its centerline
horizontal or vertical in order to decrease to the cooling time, and (b) Estimate the time for the billet to
cool to 30°C for the better positioning arrangement.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions for part (a), (2) Oil bath approximates a quiescent
fluid, (3) Consider only convection from the lateral surface of the cylindrical billet; and (4) For part
(b), the billet has a uniform initial temperature.
PROPERTIES: Table A-5, Engine oil (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2): see Comment 1. Table A-1, AISI 316
3
(400 K): ρ = 8238 kg/m , cp = 468 J/kg⋅K, k = 15 W/m⋅K.
ANALYSIS: (a) For the purpose of determining whether the horizontal or vertical position is
preferred for faster cooling, consider only free convection from the lateral surface. The heat loss from
the lateral surface follows from the rate equation
q = h As ( Ts − T∞ )
Vertical position. The lateral surface of the cylindrical billet can be considered as a vertical surface of
height L, width P = πD, and area As = PL. The Churchill-Chu correlation, Eq. 9.26, is appropriate to
estimate h L ,
2
⎧ ⎫
h L ⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra L1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu L = L = ⎨0.825 +
k 8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩⎪ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎭⎪
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) L3
Ra L =
να
with properties evaluated at Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2.
Horizontal position. In this position, the billet is considered as a long horizontal cylinder of diameter
D for which the Churchill-Chu correlation of Eq. 9.34 is appropriate to estimate h D ,
2
⎧ ⎫
h D ⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra 1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu L = D = ⎨0.60 + D
k 8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
Continued …..
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) D3
Ra D =
να
with properties evaluated at Tf. The heat transfer area is also As = PL.
Using the foregoing relations in IHT with the thermophysical properties library as shown in Comment
1, the analysis results are tabulated below.
Ra L = 1.36 ×1011 Nu L = 801 h L = 218 W / m2 ⋅ K (vertical)

Ra D = 3.67 ×109 Nu D = 245 h D = 221 W / m2 ⋅ K (horizontal)
Recognize that the orientation has a small effect on the convection coefficient for these conditions, but
we’ll select the horizontal orientation as the preferred one.
(b) Evaluate first the Biot number to determine if the lumped capacitance method is valid.
h D ( Do / 2 ) 221 W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 0.150 m / 2 )
Bi = = = 1.1
k 15 W / m ⋅ K
Since Bi >> 0.1, the spatial effects are important and we should use the one-term series approximation
for the infinite cylinder, Eq. 5.49. Since h D will decrease as the billet cools, we need to estimate an
average value for the cooling process from 200°C to 30°C. Based upon the analysis summarized in
Comment 1, use h D = 119 W / m 2 ⋅ K. Using the transient model for the infinite cylinder in IHT,
(see Comment 2) find for T(ro, to) = 30°C,
t o = 3845 s = 1.1 h <
COMMENTS: (1) The IHT code using the convection correlation functions to estimate the
coefficients is shown below. This same code was used to calculate h D for the range 30 ≤ Ts ≤ 200°C
2
and determine that an average value for the cooling period of part (b) is 119 W/m ⋅K.
/* Results - convection coefficients, Ts = 200 C

hDbar hLbar D L Tinf_C Ts_C
221.4 217.5 0.15 0.5 20 200 */
/* Results - correlation parameters, Ts = 200 C

NuDbar NuLbar Pr RaD RaL
244.7 801.3 219.2 3.665E9 1.357E11 */
/* Results - properties, Ts = 200 C; Tf = 383 K

Pr alpha beta deltaT k nu Tf
219.2 7.188E-8 0.0007 180 0.1357 1.582E-5 383
/* Correlation description: Free convection (FC), long horizontal cylinder (HC),

10^-5<=RaD<=10^12, Churchill-Chu correlation, Eqs 9.25 and 9.34 . See Table 9.2 . */
NuDbar = NuD_bar_FC_HC(RaD,Pr) // Eq 9.34
NuDbar = hDbar * D / k
RaD = g * beta * deltaT * D^3 / (nu * alpha) //Eq 9.25
deltaT = abs(Ts - Tinf)
g = 9.8 // gravitational constant, m/s^2
// Evaluate properties at the film temperature, Tf.
Tf = Tfluid_avg(Tinf,Ts)
Continued …..
/* Correlation description: Free convection (FC) for a vertical plate (VP), Eqs 9.25 and 9.26 . See
Table 9.2 . */
NuLbar = NuL_bar_FC_VP(RaL,Pr) // Eq 9.26
NuLbar = hLbar * L / k
RaL = g * beta * deltaT * L^3 / (nu * alpha) //Eq 9.25
// Input variables
D = 0.15
L = 0.5
Tinf_C = 20
Ts_C = 200
// Engine Oil property functions : From Table A.5

// Units: T(K)
nu = nu_T("Engine Oil",Tf) // Kinematic viscosity, m^2/s
k = k_T("Engine Oil",Tf) // Thermal conductivity, W/m·K
alpha = alpha_T("Engine Oil",Tf) // Thermal diffusivity, m^2/s
Pr = Pr_T("Engine Oil",Tf) // Prandtl number
beta = beta_T("Engine Oil",Tf) // Volumetric coefficient of expansion, K^(-1)
// Conversions
Tinf_C = Tinf - 273
Ts_C = Ts - 273
(2) The portion of the IHT code used for the transient analysis is shown below. Recognize that we
have not considered heat losses from the billet end surfaces, also, we should consider the billet as a
three-dimensional object rather than as a long cylinder.
/* Results - time to cool to 30 C, center and surface temperatures
D T_xt_C Ti_C Tinf_C r h t
0.15 30.01 200 20 0.075 119 3845 */
0.15 33.19 200 20 0 119 3845
// Transient conduction model, cylinder (series solution)

// The temperature distribution T(r,t) is
T_xt = T_xt_trans("Cylinder",rstar,Fo,Bi,Ti,Tinf) // Eq 5.47
// The dimensionless parameters are
rstar = r / ro
Bi = h * ro / k
Fo= alpha * t / ro^2
alpha = k/ (rho * cp)
PROBLEM 9.71
KNOWN: Diameter, initial temperature and emissivity of long steel rod. Temperature of air and
surroundings.
FIND: (a) Average surface convection coefficient, (b) Effective radiation coefficient, (c,d) Maximum
allowable conveyor time.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Negligible effect of forced convection, (2) Constant properties, (3) Large
surroundings, (4) Quiescent air.
PROPERTIES: Stainless steel (given): k = 25 W/m⋅K, α = 5.2 × 10-6 m2/s; Table A.4, Air (Tf = 650 K,
1 atm): ν = 6.02 × 10-5 m2/s, α = 8.73 × 10-5 m2/s, k = 0.0497 W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.69.
ANALYSIS: (a) For free convection from a horizontal cylinder,
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) D3 9.8 m s 2 (1 650 K ) (1000 − 300)K ( 0.05 m )
3
Ra D = = = 2.51× 105
αν 6.02 × 8.73 ×10 − 10 4
m s 2
The Churchill and Chu correlation yields
2 2
⎧
⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 +
0.387Ra D1/ 6
⎫ ⎧
⎪
⎪ ⎪
⎬
⎪
= ⎨0.60 +
0.387 2.51 × 10 5 1/ 6
( ⎫
⎪⎪
= 9.9
)
8 / 27 8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪ ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 0.69 ) 9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭ ⎪⎩ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎭
h = Nu D k D = 9.9 ( 0.0497 W m ⋅ K ) 0.05 m = 9.84 W m2 ⋅ K <
(b) The radiation heat transfer coefficient is
( )
2 = 0.4 × 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2 ⋅ K 4 1000
h r = εσ ( Ts + Tsur ) Ts2 + Tsur (
+ 300 ) K ⎡(1000 ) + ( 300 ) ⎤ K 2 = 32.1W m 2 ⋅ K
2 2
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
<
(c) For the long stainless steel rod and the initial values of h and hr,
Bi = ( h + h r ) ( ro 2 ) k = 42.0 W m 2 ⋅ K × 0.0125 m 25 W m ⋅ K = 0.021 .
Hence, the lumped capacitance method can be used.
T − T∞ 600 K
= = exp ( − Bi ⋅ Fo ) = exp ( −0.021Fo )
Ti − T∞ 700 K
Continued...
Fo = 7.34 = α t ( ro 2 ) = 0.0333t
2
t = 221 s. <
(d) Using the IHT Lumped Capacitance Model with the Correlations and Properties Tool Pads, a more
accurate estimate of the maximum allowable transit time may be obtained by evaluating the numerical
integration,
900 K
t ρ cp D dT
∫ dt = − ∫ h + h r ) ( T − T∞ )
1000 K (
o 4
where ρ cp = k α = 4.81× 106 J K ⋅ m3 . The integration yields
t = 245 s <
At this time, the convection and radiation coefficients are h = 9.75 and hr = 24.5 W/m2⋅K, respectively.
COMMENTS: Since h and hr decrease with increasing time, the maximum allowable conveyor time is
underestimated by the result of part (c).
PROBLEM 9.72
KNOWN: Velocity and temperature of air flowing through a duct of prescribed diameter. Temperature
of duct surroundings. Thickness, thermal conductivity and emissivity of applied insulation.
FIND: (a) Duct surface temperature and heat loss per unit length with no insulation, (b) Surface
temperatures and heat loss with insulation.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Fully-developed internal flow, (3) Negligible duct
wall resistance, (4) Duct outer surface is diffuse-gray, (5) Outside air is quiescent, (6) Pressure of inside
and outside air is atmospheric.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, Air (Tm = 70°C): ν = 20.22 × 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.70, k = 0.0295 W/m⋅K; Table
A.4, Air (Tf ≈ 27°C): ν = 15.89 × 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.707, k = 0.0263 W/m⋅K, α = 22.5 × 10-6 m2/s, β =
0.00333 K-1.
ANALYSIS: (a) Performing an energy balance on the duct wall with no insulation (Ts,i = Ts,o),
q ′conv,i = q ′conv,o + q ′rad,o ( ) ( )

h i (π Di ) Tm − Ts,i = h o (π Di ) Ts,i − T∞ + ε iσ (π Di ) Ts,i
4 4
− Tsur ( )
with ReD,i = umDi/ν = 3 m/s × 0.15 m/(20.22 × 10-6 m2/s) = 2.23 × 104, the internal flow is turbulent, and
from the Dittus-Boelter correlation,
/ 5 0.3 0.0295 W m ⋅ K
( )
k 4/5
hi = 0.023 Re 4D,i Pr = 0.023 2.23 × 104 ( 0.7 )0.3 = 12.2 W m 2 ⋅ K .
Di 0.15 m
For free convection, the Rayleigh number is
Ra D,i =
c h a
gβ Ts,i − T∞ D 3i 9.8 m s 2 0.0033 Ts,i − 273 0.15 m 3
=
3
fc ha f
= 3.08 × 10 5 Ts,i − T∞ c h
να 15.89 × 10 −6 m 2 s × 22.5 × 10 −6 m 2 s
and from Eq. 9.34,
2 2
⎡ 1/ 6
⎤ ⎡ ⎡3.08 × 105 ( Ts,i − T∞ ) ⎤ ⎤
1/ 6
k ⎢ 0.387Ra D,i ⎥ 0.0263 ⎢ 0.387
⎣ ⎦ ⎥
ho = 0.60 + = ⎢ 0.60 +
⎢ 8 / 27 ⎥ 8 / 27 ⎥
Di
⎢ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎥ 0.15
⎢ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 0.707 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎥
⎣ ⎣ ⎦ ⎦ ⎣ ⎣ ⎦ ⎦
Continued...
⎡ 1/ 6 ⎤ 2
h o = 0.175 ⎢0.60 + 2.64 Ts,i − T∞
⎣
( ⎥⎦ )
Hence
{ )1/ 6 } ( Ts,i − 273) + 0.5 × 5.67 × 10−8 ⎡⎣Ts,i4 − ( 273 )4 ⎤⎦

2
( )
12.2 343 − Ts,i = 0.175 0.60 + 2.64 Ts,i − 273 (
A trial-and-error solution gives Ts,i ≈ 314.7 K ≈ 41.7D C <
The heat loss per unit length is then
q′ = q′conv,i ≈ 12.2 (π × 0.15)( 70 − 42 ) ≈ 163 W m . <
(b) Performing energy balances at the inner and outer surfaces, we obtain, respectively,
q′conv,i = q′cond
or,
(
2π k s Ts,i − Ts,o )
(
hi (π Di ) Tm − Ts,i = ) ln ( Do Di )
and,
q′cond = q′conv,o + q′rad,o
or,
(
2π k s Ts,i − Ts,o ) = h (π D )( T − T ) + ε σ (π D ) T4 − T4
∞ o ( s,o sur )
ln ( Do Di )
o o s o
Using the IHT workspace with the Correlations and Properties Tool Pads to solve the energy balances
for the unknown surface temperatures, we obtain
Ts,i = 60.8D C Ts,o = 12.5°C <
With the heat loss per unit length again evaluated from the inside convection process, we obtain
q′ = q′conv,i = 52.8 W m <
COMMENTS: For part (a), the outside convection coefficient is h o = 5.4 W/m2⋅K < hi. The outside
heat transfer rates are q′conv,o ≈ 106 W/m and q′rad,o ≈ 57 W/m. For part (b), h o = 3.74 W/m2⋅K,
q′conv,o = 29.4 W/m, and q′rad,o = 23.3 W/m. Although Ts,i increases with addition of the insulation,
there is a substantial reduction in Ts,o and hence the heat loss.
PROBLEM 9.73
KNOWN: Biological fluid with prescribed flow rate and inlet temperature flowing through a coiled,
thin-walled, 5-mm diameter tube submerged in a large water bath maintained at 50°C.
FIND: (a) Length of tube and number of coils required to provide an exit temperature of Tm,o = 38°C,
and (b) Variations expected in Tm,o for a ±10 % change in the mass flow rate for the tube length
determined in part (a) .
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Coiled tube approximates a horizontal tube
experiencing free convection in a quiescent, extensive medium (water bath), (3) Biological fluid has
thermophysical properties of water, (4) Negligible tube wall thermal resistance, (5) Biological fluid flow
is incompressible with negligible viscous dissipation, and (6) Flow in tube is fully developed.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4 Water - cold side (Tm,c = (Tm,i + Tm,o) / 2 = 304.5 K) : cp,c = 4178 J/kg⋅K, µc
= 7.776 × 10-4 N⋅s/m2 , kc = 0.6193 W m ⋅ K , Prc = 5.263 ; Table A.4, Water - hot side
( Tf = ( Ts + T∞ ) /2 = 315.7 K, see comment 1): kh = 0.635 W m ⋅ K , Prh = 4.11, νh = 6.294 × 10-7 m2 /s ,
αh = 1.533 × 10-7 m2/s, βh = 4.054 × 10-4 K-1; Water (Ts = 308.4 K): µs = 7.28 × 10-4 N⋅s/m2.
ANALYSIS: (a) Following the treatment of Section 8.3.3, the coil experiences internal flow of the cold
biological fluid (c) and free convection with the external hot fluid (h). From Eq. 8.45a, we can solve for
UAs ,
⎛ T − Tm,o ⎞ ⎛ 50 − 38 ⎞
p,c ln ⎜ ∞
UAs = − mc ⎟ = −0.02 kg/s × 4178 J / kg ⋅ K × ln ⎜ ⎟ = 61.3 W/K
⎜ T∞ − Tm,i ⎟ ⎝ 50 − 25 ⎠
⎝ ⎠
with As = πDL and for the overall coefficient U = (1/ hc + 1/ h h ) −1 , h c and h h are the average
convection coefficients for internal flow and external free convection, respectively.
Internal flow, h c : To characterize the flow, calculate the Reynolds number,

4m 4 × 0.02 kg s
Re D,c = = = 6550
π Dµc π × 0.005m × 777.6 × 10−6 N ⋅ s m 2
evaluating properties at Tm = Tm,i + Tm,o ( ) D

2 = ( 25 + 38 ) C 2 = 31.5D C = 304.5K. Note that transition
to turbulence occurs at a higher Reynolds number in a coiled tube flow, as given by Eq. 8.74,
Re D,c,cr = Re D,cr ⎡1 + 12(D / Dc )0.5 ⎤ = 2300 × ⎡1 + 12(0.005 m / 0.2 m)0.5 ⎤ = 6664

⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
Therefore the flow is laminar and the Nusselt number is given by Eq. 8.76 with Eqs. 8.77.
Continued...
1/3
⎡ 3 ⎛ Re (D/D )0.5 ⎞ ⎤
1.5 0.14
⎢⎛ ⎛ µc ⎞
Nu D,c = ⎢⎜ 3.66+
4.343 ⎞
⎟ +1.158 ⎜
D,c c ⎟ ⎥ ⎜ ⎟
⎝ a ⎠ ⎜ b ⎟ ⎥ ⎝ µs ⎠
⎢⎣ ⎝ ⎠ ⎥⎦
where
⎛ 957 ( D / D ) ⎞ 0.477
a = ⎜1 + c ⎟ b = 1+
⎜ Re D,c Prc ⎟⎠
2 Prc
⎝
Substituting numerical values yields Nu D,c = 32.8, therefore
hc = Nu D,c k c / D = 32.8 × 0.6193 W m ⋅ K 0.005m = 4065 W m 2⋅ K
External free convection , h h : For the horizontal tube, Eq. 9.34,

2
⎧ ⎫
h h D ⎪⎪ 0.387Ra1/ 4
⎪⎪
Nu D,h = = ⎨0.60 + D
8 / 27 ⎬
(1)
kh ⎪ ⎡1 + (0.559 / Pr)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
with
gβ h (Ts − T∞ )D3
Ra D,h = (2)
ν hα h
where Ts is the average tube wall temperature determined from the thermal circuit for which
h c ( Tm − Ts ) = h h ( Ts − T∞ ) (3)
and the average film temperature at which to evaluate properties is
Tf = ( Ts + T∞ ) / 2 (4)
We need to guess a value for Ts and iterate the solution of the system of equations (1-4) and property
evaluation until all the equations are satisfied. See Comments 1 and 2.
Results of the analysis: Using the foregoing relations in IHT (see Comment 2) the following results were
obtained
Ts = 308.4 K , Tf = 315.7 K , Ra D = 7.53 × 104 , h h = 1078 W m 2⋅ K
Then
U = (1/ hc + 1/ h h ) −1 = (1/ 4065 W / m 2⋅ K + 1/1078 W / m 2⋅ K) −1 = 852 W / m 2⋅ K
L = UAs / Uπ D = 61.3 W/K 852 W/m 2 ⋅ K × π × 0.005 m = 4.58 m <

Continued...
From knowledge of the tube length with the diameter of the coil Dc = 200 mm, the number of coils
required is
L 4.58 m
N= =
π Dc π × 0.200m
= 7.3 ≈ 7 <
(b) With the length fixed at L = 4.58 m, we can backsolve the foregoing IHT workspace model to find
what effect a ±10% change in the mass flow rate has on the outlet temperature, Tm,o. The results of the
analysis are tabulated below.
( kg s )
m 0.018 0.02 0.022
Tm,o D C( ) 38.8 38.0 37.3
That is, a ±10 % change in the flow rate causes less than a ±1°C change in the outlet temperature. While
this change seems quite small, the effect on biological processes can be significant.
COMMENTS: (1) For the hot fluid, the Properties section shows the relevant thermophysical properties
evaluated at the proper average (rather than a guess value for the film temperature). (2) For the tube L/D
= 4.58 m/0.005 m = 916 which is substantially greater than the entrance length criterion, 0.05ReD = 0.05×
6550 = 328. Hence, the assumption of fully developed internal flow is justified, especially since the
entrance length is shorter in a coiled tube. (3) We are slightly outside of the range for Eq. 8.76, since
Re (D / C)1/ 2 = 1036 > 1000 , but it should give a reasonable estimate. (4) The IHT model for the
D,c
system can be constructed beginning with the Rate Equation Tools, Tube Flow, Constant Surface
Temperature along with the Correlation Tools for Free Convection, Horizontal Cylinder and the
Properties Tool for the hot and cold fluids (water). The correlation for the internal flow in a coiled tube
must be keyed in by hand. The full set of equations is extensive and very stiff. Review of the IHT
Example 8.6 would be helpful in understanding how to organize the complete model.
PROBLEM 9.74
KNOWN: Volume, thermophysical properties, and initial and final temperatures of a pharmaceutical.
Diameter and length of submerged tubing. Pressure of saturated steam flowing through the tubing.
FIND: (a) Initial rate of heat transfer to the pharmaceutical, (b) Time required to heat the
pharmaceutical to 70°C and the amount of steam condensed during the process.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Pharmaceutical may be approximated as an infinite, quiescent fluid of uniform,

but time-varying temperature, (2) Free convection heat transfer from the coil may be approximated as
that from a heated, horizontal cylinder, (3) Negligible thermal resistance of condensing steam and tube
wall, (4) Negligible heat transfer from tank to surroundings, (5) Constant properties.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Saturated water (2.455 bars): Tsat = 400K = 127°C, hfg = 2.183 × 10
J/kg. Pharmaceutical: See schematic.
ANALYSIS: (a) The initial rate of heat transfer is q = hA s ( Ts − Ti ) , where As = πDL = 0.707 m
2
-7 2 3
and h is obtained from Eq. 9.34. With α = ν/Pr = 4.0 × 10 m /s and RaD = gβ (Ts – Ti) D /αν = 9.8
2 -1 3 -13 4 2 6
m/s (0.002 K ) (102K) (0.015m) /16 × 10 m /s = 4.22 × 10 ,
2 2
⎧ ⎫ ⎧ 1/ 6 ⎫
⎪⎪
Nu D = ⎨0.60 +
0.387 Ra1/D
6 ⎪⎪ ⎪⎪
⎬ = ⎨0.60 +
0.387 4.22 ×10 6
⎪⎪ (
⎬ = 27.7
)
⎪ 9 /16 8 / 27
⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr ) ⎤ ⎪ ⎪ 9 /16 8 / 27
⎡1 + ( 0.559 /10 ) ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭ ⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
Hence, h = Nu D k / D = 27.7 × 0.250 W / m ⋅ K / 0.015m = 462 W / m 2 ⋅ K
and q = hAs ( Ts − Ti ) = 462 W / m2 ⋅ K × 0.707 m2 (102°C ) = 33,300 W <

(b) Performing an energy balance at an instant of time for a control surface about the liquid,
d ( ρ∀c T )
= q ( t ) = h ( t ) As ( Ts − T ( t ) )
dt
where the Rayleigh number, and hence h , changes with time due to the change in the temperature of
the liquid. Integrating the foregoing equation using the DER function of IHT, the following results are
obtained for the variation of T and h with t.
Continued …..
75 470
Convection coefficient, hbar (W/m ^2.K)

65 450
Temperature, (C)
55 430
45 410
35 390
25 370
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900
Time, t(s) Time, t(s)
The time at which the liquid reaches 70°C is
t f ≈ 855 s <
The rate if increase of T decreases with increasing time due to the corresponding reduction in (Ts – T),
6
and hence reductions in Ra D , h and q. The Rayleigh number decreases from 4.22 × 10 to 2.16 ×
6
10 , while the heat rate decreases from 33,300 to 14,000 W. The convection coefficient decreases
1/3 4/3
approximately as (Ts – T) , while q ~ (Ts – T) . The latent energy released by the condensed steam
corresponds to the increase in thermal energy of the pharmaceutical. Hence, m c h fg = ρ∀c ( Tf − Ti ) ,
and
ρ∀c ( Tf − Ti ) 1100 kg / m3 × 0.2 m3 × 2000 J / kg ⋅ K × 45°C

mc = = = 9.07 kg <
h fg 2.183 × 106 J / kg
COMMENTS: (1) Over such a large temperature range, the fluid properties are likely to vary
significantly, particularly ν and Pr. A more accurate solution could therefore be performed if the
temperature dependence of the properties were known. (2) Condensation of the steam is a significant
process expense, which is linked to the equipment (capital) and energy (operating) costs associated
with steam production.
PROBLEM 9.75
KNOWN: Fin of uniform cross section subjected to prescribed conditions.
FIND: Tip temperature and fin effectiveness based upon (a) average values for free convection and
radiation coefficients and (b) local values using a numerical method of solution.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Surroundings are isothermal and large compared to the
fin, (3) One-dimensional conduction in fin, (4) Constant fin properties, (5) Tip of fin is insulated, (6) Fin
surface is diffuse-gray.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = 325 K, 1 atm): ν = 18.41 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.0282 W/m⋅K, α = 26.2
× 10-6 m2/s, Pr = 0.704, β = 1/Tf = 3.077 × 10-3 K-1 ; Table A-1, Steel AISI 316 Ts = 350 K : k = 14.3 ( )
W/m⋅K.
ANALYSIS: (a) Average value h c and h r : From Table 3.4 for a fin of constant cross section with an
insulated tip and constant heat transfer coefficient h, the tip temperature (x = L) is given by Eq. 3.75,
cosh m ( L − x )
m = ( hP kA c )
1/ 2
θL = θb = θ b cosh ( mL ) (1,2)
cosh mL
where θ L = TL - T∞ and θb = Tb − T∞ . For this situation, the average heat transfer coefficient is
h = hc + hr (3)
and is evaluated at the average temperature of the fin. The fin effectiveness εf follows from Eqs. 3.81 and
3.76
( )
1/ 2
ε f ≡ qf hA c,bθ b , q f = M ⋅ tanh ( mL ) , M = hPkAc θb. (4,5,6)
To estimate the coefficients, assume a value of Ts ; the lowest Ts occurs when the tip reaches T∞ . That
is,
( ) D
Ts = T∞ + Tb 2 = ( 27 + 125 ) C 2 = 76D ≈ 350 K Tf = Ts + T∞ 2 = 325 K. ( )
The free convection coefficient can be estimated from Eq. 9.33,
h D
Nu D = c = CRa nD (7)
k
9.8 m s 2 × 3.077 ×10−3 K −1 ( 350 − 300 ) K ( 0.006 m )

3
gβ∆TD3
Ra D = = = 675
να 18.41×10−6 m 2 s × 26.2 × 10−6 m 2 s
and from Table 9.1 with 102 < RaL < 104 , C = 0.850 and n = 0.188. Hence
Continued...
0.0282 W m ⋅ K
× 0.850 ( 675 )
0.188
hc = = 13.6 W m 2 ⋅ K. (8)
0.006m
The radiation coefficient is estimated from Eq. 1.9,
(
h r = εσ Ts + Tsur Ts2 + Ts2ur )( )
(
h r = 0.6 × 5.67 × 10−8 W m 2 ⋅ K 4 ( 350 + 300 ) 3502 + 3002 K 3 = 4.7 W m 2⋅ K ) (9)
Hence, the average coefficient, Eq. (3), is
h = (13.6 + 4.7 ) W m 2 ⋅ K = 18.3 W m2 ⋅ K.
Evaluate the fin parameters, Eq. (2) and (6) with
P = π D = π × 0.006m = 1.885 × 10−2 m Ac = π D2 4 = π ( 0.006m ) 4 = 2.827 × 10−5 m 2
2
( )
12
m = 18.3 W m 2⋅ K ×1.885 ×102 m 14.3 W m ⋅ K × 2.827 × 10−5 = 29.21m −1
( )
12
−2 −5
2
M = 18.3 W m ⋅ K × 1.885 × 10 m × 14 ⋅ 3 W m ⋅ K × 2.827 × 10 m
2
(125 − 27 ) K = 1.157 W.
From Eq. (1), the tip temperature is
(
θ L = TL − Tb = (125 − 27 ) K cosh 29.21m −1 × 0.050m = 43.2K ) TL = 70.2D C = 343 K . <
Note this value of TL provides for Ts ≈ 370 K; so we underestimated Ts . For best results, an iteration is
warranted. The fin effectiveness, Eqs. (4) and (5), is
(
q f = 1.157 W tanh 29.21m −1 × 0.050 m = 1.039 W )
ε f = 1.039 W 18.3 / W m2⋅ K × 2.827 ×10−5 m2 (125 − 27 ) K = 20.5 . <
(b) Local values hc and hr: Consider the nodal arrangement for using a numerical method to find the tip
temperature TL, the heat rate qf, and the fin effectiveness ε.
From an energy balance on a control volume about node m, the finite-difference equation is of the form
⎢ ⎣ ⎥ ⎢ ( )
Tm = ⎡Tm +1 + Tm −1 + ( h c + h r ) 4∆x 2 kD T∞ ⎤ ⎡ 2 + ( h r + h c ) 4∆x 2 kD ⎤ .
⎦ ⎣ ⎥
(10) ( )⎦
The local coefficient hc follows from Eq. (3), with Eq. 9.33, yielding
k
h c = CRa nD
D
0.0282 W m ⋅ K
( )
0.188
× 0.850 675 ⎡⎣ ∆T ( 350 − 300 ) ⎤⎦ = 6.517 ( Tm − 300 )
0.188
hc = .(11)
0.006 m
The local coefficient hr follows from Eq. (9),
b
h r = 0.6 × 5.67 × 10 −8 W m 2 ⋅ K 4 Tm + 300 Tm2 + 3002 gd i Continued...
h r = 3.402 × 10−8 ( Tm + 300 ) Tm

2 + 3002 .
( ) (12)
The 20-node system of finite-difference equations based upon Eq. (10) with the variable coefficients hc
and hr prescribed Eqs. (11) and (12), respectively, can be solved simultaneously using IHT or another
approach. The temperature distribution is
Node Tm(K) Node Tm(K) Node Tm(K) Node Tm(K)
1 391.70 6 367.61 11 353.02 16 345.49

2 385.95 7 364.03 12 351.00 17 344.70
3 380.70 8 360.81 13 349.25 18 344.15
4 375.92 9 357.91 14 347.75 19 343.82
5 371.56 10 355.32 15 346.50 20 343.71
From these results the tip temperature is

TL = Tfd = 343.7 K = 70.7D C . <
The fin heat rate follows from an energy balance for the control surface about node b.
q f = q conv + q cond
∆x Tb − T1
qf = h b P ( Tb − T∞ ) + kA c
2 ∆x
where hb follows from Eqs. (11) and (12), with Tb = 125°C = 398 K,
h b = 6.517 ( 398 − 300 )

0.188
(
+ 3.402 × 10−8 ( 398 + 300 ) 3982 + 3002 = 21.33 W m 2 ⋅ K )
qf = 21.33 W m2⋅ K ×1.855 ×10−2 m ( 0.0025 m 2 )( 398 − 300 ) K
( 398 − 391.70 ) K
+14.3 W m ⋅ K × 2.827 × 10−5 m 2 = ( 0.049 + 1.018 ) W = 1.067 W .
0.0025m
The effectiveness follows from Eq. (4)
ε f = 1.067 W 21.33 W m2⋅ K × 2.827 ×10−5 m2 (125 − 27 ) K = 18.1

COMMENTS: (1) The results by the two methods of solution compare as follows:
Coefficients T(L),K qf(W) εf
average 343.1 1.039 20.5
local 343.7 1.067 18.1
The temperature predictions are in excellent agreement and the heat rates very close, within 4%.
(2) To obtain the finite-different equation for node n = 20, use Eq. (10) but consider the adiabatic surface
as a symmetry plane.
PROBLEM 9.76
KNOWN: Horizontal tubes of different shapes each of the same cross-sectional area transporting a
hot fluid in quiescent air. Lienhard correlation for immersed bodies.
FIND: Tube shape which has the minimum heat loss to the ambient air by free convection.
SCHEMATIC:
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ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Ambient air is quiescent, (2) Negligible heat loss by radiation, (3) All shapes
have the same cross-sectional area and uniform surface temperature.
-6 2 -6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf ≈ 300K, 1 atm): ν = 15.89 × 10 m /s, α = 22.5 × 10 m /s, k =
0.0263 W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.707, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: The Lienhard correlation approximates the laminar convection coefficient for an
immersed body on which the boundary layer does not separate from the surface by
Nu A = ( hA ) / k = 0.52Ra1/ 4
A , where the characteristic length, A, is the length of travel of the fluid in
the boundary layer across the shape surface. The heat loss per unit length from any shape is
q′ = hP ( Ts − T∞ ) . For the shapes,
gβ∆TA3 9.8 m / s 2 (1/ 300 K )( 35 − 25 ) K A3m3

Ra A = = = 9.137 × 108 A3
να −6 2 −6 2
15.89 × 10 m / s × 22.5 × 10 m /s
( )
1/ 4
h A = ( 0.0263 W / m ⋅ K / A ) 0.52 9.137 × 108 A3 = 2.378A −1/ 4 .
For the shapes, A is half the total wetted perimeter P. Evaluating h A and q′, find
Shape P (mm) A ( mm ) (
hA W / m 2 ⋅ K ) q′ ( W / m )
1 2 × 40 + 2 × 10 = 100 50 5.03 5.03

2 4 × 20 = 80 40 5.32 4.26
3 4 × 20 = 80 40 5.32 4.26
4 π × 22.56 = 70.9 35.4 5.48 3.89
Hence, it follows that shape 4 has the minimum heat loss. <
COMMENTS: Using the Lienhard correlation for a sphere of D = 22.56 mm, find A = 35.4 mm, the
2
same as for a cylinder, namely, h4 = 5.48 W/m ⋅K. Using the Churchill correlation, Eq. 9.35, find
h = 7.69 W / m 2 ⋅ K. Hence, the approximation for the sphere is 29% low. For a cylinder, using Eq.
9.34, find h = 5.15 W / m 2 ⋅ K. The approximation for the cylinder is 6% high.
PROBLEM 9.77
KNOWN: Sphere of 2-mm diameter immersed in a fluid at 300 K.
FIND: (a) The conduction limit of heat transfer from the sphere to the quiescent, extensive fluid, NuD,cond
= 2; (b) Considering free convection, surface temperature at which the Nusselt number is twice that of
the conduction limit for the fluids air and water; and (c) Considering forced convection, fluid velocity at
which the Nusselt number is twice that of the conduction limit for the fluids air and water.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Sphere is isothermal, (2) For part (a), fluid is stationary, and (3) For part (b), fluid
is quiescient, extensive.
ANALYSIS: (a) Following the hint provided in the problem statement, the thermal resistance of a
hollow sphere, Eq. 3.36 of inner and outer radii, r1 and r2 , respectively, and thermal conductivity k, is
1 ⎛1 1⎞
R t,cond = ⎜ − ⎟ (1)
4π k ⎝ r1 r2 ⎠
and as r2 → ∞, that is the medium is extensive
1 1
R t,cond = = (2)
4π kr1 2π kD
The Nusselt number can be expressed as
hD
Nu = (3)
k
and the conduction resistance in terms of a convection coefficient is
1 1
R t,cond = = (4)
hAs hπ D 2
Combining Eqs. (3) and (4)
(1 R t,condπ D2 ) D ⎡⎢1 (1 2π kD ) (π D ) ⎤⎥ D
2
Nu D,cond = = ⎣ ⎦ =2 <
k k
(b) For free convection, the recommended correlation, Eq. 9.35, is
0.589Ra1/ 4
Nu D = 2 + D
4/9
⎡1 + ( 0.469 Pr )9 /16 ⎤
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
Continued...
gβ∆TD3
Ra D = ∆T = Ts − T∞
να
where properties are evaluated at Tf = (Ts + T∞) / 2. What value of Ts is required for Nu D = 4 for the
fluids air and water? Using the IHT Correlations Tool, Free Convection, Sphere and the Properties Tool
for Air and Water, find
Air: Nu ≤ 3.1 for all Ts > 300 <
Water: Ts = 301.1K <
(c) For forced convection, the recommended correlation, Eq. 7.56, is
(
Nu D = 2 + 0.4 Re1/ 2 2/3
D + 0.06 Re D Pr ( s)
0.4 µ µ
) 1/ 4
ReD = VD ν
where properties are evaluated at T∞ , except for µs evaluated at Ts .What value of V is required for
Nu D = 4 if the fluids are air and water? Using the IHT Correlations Tool, Forced Convection, Sphere
and the Properties Tool for Air and Water, find (evaluating all properties at 300 K)
Air: V = 0.17 m/s Water: V = 0.00185 m/s <
COMMENTS: (1) For water, Nu D = 2 × Nu D,cond can be achieved by ∆T ≈ 1 for free convection
and with very low velocity, V< 0.002 m/s, for forced convection.
(2) For air, Nu D = 2 × Nu D,cond can be achieved in forced convection with low velocities, V< 0.2 m/s.
In free convection, Nu D increases with increasing Ts and reaches a maximum, Nu D,max = 3.1, around
450 K. Why is this so? Hint: Plot RaD as a function of Ts and examine the role of β and ∆T as a
function of Ts .
PROBLEM 9.78
KNOWN: Sphere with embedded electrical heater is maintained at a uniform surface temperature
when suspended in various media.
FIND: Required electrical power for these media: (a) atmospheric air, (b) water, (c) ethylene glycol.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Negligible surface radiation effects, (2) Extensive and quiescent media.
PROPERTIES: Evaluated at Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 330K:
6 2 3 6 2 3 -1
ν⋅10 , m /s k⋅10 , W/m⋅K α⋅10 , m /s Pr β⋅10 , K
Table A-4, Air (1 atm) 18.91 28.5 26.9 0.711 3.03
Table A-6, Water 0.497 650 0.158 3.15 0.504
Table A-5, Ethylene glycol 5.15 260 0.0936 55.0 0.65
ANALYSIS: The electrical power (Pe) required to offset convection heat transfer is
qconv = h As ( Ts − T∞ ) = π h D2 ( Ts − T∞ ) . (1)
The free convection heat transfer coefficient for the sphere can be estimated from Eq. 9.35 using Eq.
9.25 to evaluate RaD.
⎧ Pr ≥ 0.7
0.589 Ra1/ 4 ⎪⎪ g β ΔT D3
Nu D = 2 + D Ra D =
4/9 ⎨
. (2,3)
⎡1 + ( 0.469 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪ να
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⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎪⎩ Ra D ≤ 10
(a) For air
Ra D =
( )
9.8m / s 2 3.03 ×10−3 K −1 ( 94 − 20 ) K ( 0.025m )
3
= 6.750 ×104
18.91× 10−6 m 2 / s × 26.9 × 10−6 m 2 / s
⎧ ⎫
k
h D = Nu D =
⎪
0.0285 W / m ⋅ K ⎪
⎨2 +
0.589 6.750 × 10 4 1/ 4
⎪⎪ ( 2
⎬ = 10.6 W / m ⋅ K
)
D 0.025m 4 / 9
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.469 / 0.711)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
q conv = π × 10.6 W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 0.025m ) ( 94 − 20 ) K = 1.55 W.

2
Continued …..
(b,c) Summary of the calculations above and for water and ethylene glycol:
Fluid RaD (
hD W / m2 ⋅ K ) q(W)
4
Air 6.750 × 10 10.6 1.55 <
7
Water 7.273 × 10 1299 187 <
6
Ethylene glycol 15.82 × 10 393 57.0 <
COMMENTS: Note large differences in the coefficients and heat rates for the fluids.
PROBLEM 9.79
KNOWN: Surface temperature and emissivity of a 20W light bulb (spherical) operating in room air
FIND: Heat loss from bulb surface.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Quiescent room air, (3) Surroundings much larger
than bulb.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 348K, 1 atm): ν = 20.72 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0298
-6 2
W/m⋅K, α = 29.6 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.700, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: Heat loss from the surface of the bulb is by free convection and radiation. The rate
equations are
q = q conv + q rad = h As ( Ts − T∞ ) + ε As σ Ts4 − Tsur

4
( )
2
where As = π D . To estimate h for free convection, first evaluate the Rayleigh number.
9.8 m / s2 (1/ 348K )(125 − 25 ) K ( 0.040m )

3
g β ∆T D3
Ra D = = = 2.93 × 105.
να 20.72 ×10−6 m 2 / s × 29.6 ×10−6 m 2 / s
11
Since Pr ≥ 0.7 and RaD < 10 , the Churchill relation, Eq. 9.35, is appropriate.
( )
1/ 4
0.589 Ra1/ 4 0.589 2.93 × 105
Nu D = 2 + D = 2+ = 12.55
4/9 4/9
⎡1 + ( 0.469 / Pr ) 9 /16 ⎤ ⎡1 + ( 0.469 / 0.700 ) 9 /16 ⎤
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦ ⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
h = Nu D k / D = 12.55 ( 0.0298 W / m ⋅ K ) / 0.040m = 9.36 W / m 2 ⋅ K.

Substituting numerical values, the heat loss from the bulb is,
⎡ W ⎡ ⎤
−8
(125 + 273 )4 − ( 25 + 273 )4 ⎤⎦ K 4 ⎥
W
q = π ( 0.040m ) ⎢9.36 2 (125 − 25 ) K + 0.80 × 5.67 × 10
2
⎣ m ⋅K
2
m ⋅K
4 ⎣ ⎦
q = ( 4.70 + 3.92 ) W = 8.62 W. <

COMMENTS: (1) The contributions of convection and radiation to the surface heat loss are
comparable.
(2) The remaining heat loss (20 – 8.62 = 11.4 W) is due to the transmission of radiant energy (light)
through the bulb and heat conduction through the base.
PROBLEM 9.80
KNOWN: A copper sphere with a diameter of 25 mm is removed from an oven at a uniform
temperature of 85°C and allowed to cool in a quiescent fluid maintained at 25°C.
FIND: (a) Convection coefficients for the initial condition for the cases when the fluid is air and
water, and (b) Time for the sphere to reach 30°C when the cooling fluid is air and water using two
different approaches, average coefficient and numerically integrated energy balance.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions for part (a); (2) Low emissivity coating makes
radiation exchange negligible for the in-air condition; (3) Fluids are quiescent, and (4) Constant
properties.
-5 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (25 + 85)°C/2 = 328 K, 1 atm): ν = 1.871 × 10 m /s, k =
-5 2
0.0284 W/m⋅K, α = 2.66 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.703, β = 1/Tf; Table A-6, Water (Tf = 328 K): ν = 5.121
-7 2 -7 2 -4 -1
× 10 m /s, k = 0.648 W/m⋅K, α = 1.57 × 10 m /s, Pr = 3.26, β = 4.909 × 10 K ; Table A-1,
3
Copper, pure ( T = (25 + 85)°C/2 = 328 K): ρ = 8933 kg/m , c = 382 J/kg⋅K, k = 399 W/m⋅K.
ANALYSIS: (a) For the initial condition, the average convection coefficient can be estimated from
the Churchill-Chu correlation, Eq. 9.35,
h D 0.589 Ra1/ 4
Nu D = D = 2 + D (1)
k 4/9
⎡1 + ( 0.469 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤
⎢⎣ ⎥⎦
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) D3
Ra D = (2)
να
with properties evaluated at Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 328 K. Substituting numerical values find these
results:
2
Fluid Ts(°C) Tf(K) RaD NuD h D (W/m ⋅K)
Air 85 328 4 8.99 10.2
5.62×10 <
Water 85 328 7 46.8 1213
5.61×10 <
(b) To establish the validity of the lumped capacitance (LC) method, calculate the Biot number for the
worst condition (water).
h ( D / 3)
Bi = D = 1213 W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 0.025 m / 3) / 399 W / m ⋅ K = 2.5 × 10−3
k
Since Bi << 0.1, the sphere can be represented by this energy balance for the cooling process
dTs
E in − E out = E st −q cv = Mc
dt
dTs
− h D A s ( Ts − T∞ ) = ρ Vc (3)
dt
2 3
where As = πD and V = πD /6. Two approaches are considered for evaluating appropriate values for h D .
Average coefficient. Evaluate the convection coefficient corresponding to the average temperature of
the sphere, Ts = (30 + 85)°C/2 = 57.5°C, for which the film temperature is Tf = ( Ts + T∞)/2. Using
the foregoing analyses of part (a), find these results.
Continued …..
Fluid Ts ( °C ) Tf(K) RaD NuD h D (W/m ⋅K)
2
Air 57.5 314 4 8.31 9.09

3.72×10
Water 57.5 314 7 37.1 940
1.99x10
Numerical integration of the energy balance equation. The more accurate approach is to numerically
integrate the energy balance equation, Eq. (3), with h D evaluated as a function of Ts using Eqs. (1)
and (2). The properties in the correlation parameters would likewise be evaluated at Tf, which varies
with Ts. The integration is performed in the IHT workspace; see Comment 3.
Results of the lumped-capacitance analysis. The results of the LC analyses using the two approaches
are tabulated below, where to is the time to cool from 85°C to 30°C:
to (s)
Approach Air Water
Average coefficient 3940 39
Numerical coefficient 4600 49
COMMENTS: (1) For these condition, the convection coefficient for the water is nearly two orders
of magnitude higher than for air.
(2) Using the average-coefficient approach, the time-to-cool, to, values for both fluids is 15-20% faster
than the more accurate numerical integration approach. Evaluating the average coefficient at Ts
results in systematically over estimating the coefficient.
(3) The IHT code used for numerical integration of the energy balance equation and the correlations is
shown below for the fluid water.
// LCM energy balance
- hDbar * As * (Ts - Tinf) = M * cps * der(Ts,t)
As = pi * D^2
M = rhos * Vs
Vs = pi * D^3 / 6
// Input variables
D = 0.025
// Ts = 85 + 273 // Initial condition, Ts
Tinf_C = 25
rhos = 8933 // Table A.1, copper, pure
cps = 382
ks = 399
/* Correlation description: Free convection (FC), sphere (S), RaD<=10^11, Pr >=0.7, Churchill
correlation, Eqs 9.25 and 9.35 . See Table 9.2 . */
NuDbar = NuD_bar_FC_S(RaD,Pr) // Eq 9.35
NuDbar = hDbar * D / k
RaD = g * beta * deltaT * D^3 / (nu * alpha) //Eq 9.25
deltaT = abs(Ts - Tinf)
g = 9.8 // gravitational constant, m/s^2
// Evaluate properties at the film temperature, Tf.
Tf = Tfluid_avg(Tinf,Ts)
// Water property functions :T dependence, From Table A.6

// Units: T(K), p(bars);
x=0 // Quality (0=sat liquid or 1=sat vapor)
nu = nu_Tx("Water",Tf,x) // Kinematic viscosity, m^2/s
k = k_Tx("Water",Tf,x) // Thermal conductivity, W/m·K
Pr = Pr_Tx("Water",Tf,x) // Prandtl number
beta = beta_T("Water",Tf) // Volumetric coefficient of expansion, K^(-1) (f, liquid, x = 0)
alpha = k / (rho * cp) // Thermal diffusivity, m^2/s
// Conversions
Ts_C = Ts - 273
Tinf_C = Tinf - 273
PROBLEM 9.81
KNOWN: Temperatures and spacing of vertical, isothermal plates.
FIND: (a) Shape of velocity distribution, (b) Forms of mass, momentum and energy equations for
laminar flow, (c) Expression for the temperature distribution, (d) Vertical pressure gradient, (e)
Expression for the velocity distribution.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Laminar, incompressible, fully-developed flow, (2) Constant properties, (3)
Negligible viscous dissipation, (4) Boussinesq approximation.
ANALYSIS: (a) For the prescribed conditions, there must be buoyancy driven ascending and descending
flows along the surfaces corresponding to Ts,1 and Ts,2, respectively (see schematic). However,
conservation of mass dictates equivalent rates of upflow and downflow and, assuming constant properties,
inverse symmetry of the velocity distribution about the midplane.
(b) For fully-developed flow, which is achieved for long plates, vx = 0 and the continuity equation yields
∂ vz ∂ z = 0 <
With both surface temperatures independent of z, the fully-developed temperature distribution will also
have ∂T / ∂z = 0 . Hence, there is no net transfer of momentum or energy by advection, and the
corresponding equations are, respectively,
(
0 = − ( dp dz ) + µ d 2 v z dx 2 − ρ ( g g c ) ) <
0 = (dT2/dx2) <
(c) Integrating the energy equation twice, we obtain
T = C1x + C2
and applying the boundary conditions, T(-L) = Ts,1 and T(L) = Ts,2, it follows that C1 = -(Ts,1 - Ts,2)/2L and
C2 = (Ts,1 + Ts,2)/2 ≡ Tm, in which case,
T − Tm x
Ts,1 − Ts,2
=−
2L
<
Continued...
(d) From hydrostatic considerations and the assumption of a constant density ρm, the balance between the
gravitational and net pressure forces may be expressed as dp/dz = -ρm(g/gc). The momentum equation is
then of the form
( )
0 = µ d 2 v z dx 2 − ( ρ − ρ m )( g g c )
or, invoking the Boussinesq approximation, ρ − ρ m ≈ − βρ m ( T − Tm ) ,
d 2 vz dx 2 = − ( βρ m µ )( g gc )( T − Tm )
or, from the known temperature distribution,
d 2 v z dx 2 = ( βρ m 2µ )( g g c ) Ts,1 − Ts,2 ( ) ( x L) <
(e) Integrating the foregiong expression, we obtain
dv z dx = ( βρ m 4 µ )( g g c ) Ts,1 − Ts,2 ( ) ( x 2 L ) + C1
(
v z = ( βρ m 12 µ )( g g c ) Ts,1 − Ts,2 ) ( x3 L ) + C1x + C2
Applying the boundary conditions vz(-L) = vz(L) = 0, it follows that C1 =
− ( βρ m 12 µ )( g g c ) ( Ts,1 − Ts, 2 ) L and C2 = 0. Hence,
( ) (
⎣⎢
)
v z = βρ m L2 12 µ ( g g c ) Ts,1 − Ts,2 ⎡ x 3 L3 − ( x L ) ⎤
⎥⎦ ( ) <
COMMENTS: The validity of assuming fully-developed conditions improves with increasing plate
length and would be satisfied precisely for infinite plates.
PROBLEM 9.82
KNOWN: Dimensions of vertical rectangular fins. Temperature of fins and quiescent air.
FIND: Optimum fin spacing and corresponding fin heat transfer rate.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Isothermal fins, (2) Negligible radiation, (3) Quiescent air, (4) Negligible heat
transfer from fin tips, (5) Negligible radiation.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = 325K, 1 atm): ν = 18.41 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0282 W/m⋅K, α =
-6 2
26.1 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.703.
ANALYSIS: From Table 9.3
−1/ 4
⎡ gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) ⎤
( )
3 −1/ 4
Sopt = 2.71 Ra S / S H = 2.71 ⎢ ⎥
⎣ αν H ⎦
−1 −1/ 4
⎡ 9.8 m / s 2 ( 325 K ) ( 50 K ) ⎤
Sopt = 2.71 ⎢ ⎥ = 7.12 mm <
⎢ 26.1× 10−6 m 2 / s × 18.4 × 10−6 m 2 / s × 0.15 m ⎥
⎣ ⎦
From Eq. 9.45 and Table 9.3
−1/ 2
⎡ 576 2.87 ⎤
Nu s = ⎢ + ⎥
⎢ ( Ra S / L )2 ( Ra S / L )1/ 2 ⎥
⎣ S S ⎦
(7.12 ×10−3 m )
−1 4
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) S4 9.8 m / s 2 ( 325 K ) ( 50 K )
RaS ( S / L ) = =
αν H 25.4 × 10−6 m2 / s × 18.4 ×10−6 m 2 / s × 0.15 m
RaS ( S / L ) = 53.2
−1/ 2
⎡ 576 2.87 ⎤⎥ −1/ 2
Nu S = ⎢ + = [ 0.204 + 0.393] = 1.29
⎢ ( 53.2 )2 ( 53.2 )1/ 2 ⎥
⎣ ⎦
h = Nu S k / S = 1.29 ( 0.0282 W / m ⋅ K / 0.00712 m ) = 5.13 W / m2 ⋅ K.
-3
With N = W/(t + S) = (355 mm)/(8.62 × 10 m) = 41.2 ≈ 41,
(
q = 2Nh ( L × H )( Ts − T∞ ) = 82 5.13 W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 0.02 m × 0.15 m ) 50K )
q = 63.1W. <
COMMENTS: Sopt = 7.12 mm is considerably less than the value of 34 mm predicted from previous
considerations. Hence, the corresponding value of q = 63.1 W is considerably larger than that of the
previous prediction.
PROBLEM 9.83
KNOWN: Length, width and spacing of vertical circuit boards. Maximum allowable board
temperature.
FIND: Maximum allowable power dissipation per board.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Circuit boards are flat with uniform heat flux at each surface, (2) Negligible
radiation.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air ( T = 320K, 1 atm ) : ν = 17.9 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0278 W/m⋅K, α =
-6 2
-6 2
25.5 × 10 m /s.
ANALYSIS: From Eqs. 9.41 and 9.46 and Table 9.3,
−1/ 2
⎡ ⎤
q′′s S ⎢ 48 2.51 ⎥
=⎢ + ⎥
Ts,L − T∞ k ⎢ Ra*S S / L
( )
* 2/5 ⎥
RaS S / L
⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
−1
9.8 m / s 2 ( 320 K ) ( 0.025 m ) q′′s
5
S gβ q′′sS5
Ra*S = =
( )( )
where
L kαν L 0.0278 W / m ⋅ K 25.5 ×10−6 m 2 / s 17.9 ×10−6 m 2 / s 0.4 m
S
Ra*S = 58.9q′′s
L
q′′s S 0.025 m ⋅ q′′s
and = = 0.015q′′s .
Ts,L − T∞ k ( 60 K ) 0.0278 W / m ⋅ K
−1/ 2
⎡ 0.815 0.492 ⎤
Hence, 0.015q′′s = ⎢ + ⎥ .
⎢ q′′s 0.4 ⎥
( qs ) ⎦
′′
⎣
A trial-and-error solution yields
q′′s = 287 W / m 2 .
Hence, q = 2As q′′s = 2 ( 0.4 m )
2
( 287 W / m2 ) = 91.8 W. <
COMMENTS: Larger heat rates may be achieved by using a fan to superimpose a forced flow on the
buoyancy driven flow.
PROBLEM 9.84
KNOWN: Dimensions of window and gap between window and insulation. Temperature of window
and surrounding air.
FIND: (a) Heat loss through the window and associated weekly cost, (b) Heat loss through window as
a function of gap spacing.
SCHEMATIC:
Insulation
q′′s = 0
Window L = 1.8 m
TS = 0°C
S = 5 mm
Air
T∞ = 15°C
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Negligible radiation heat loss. (2) Insulation creates adiabatic condition.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (assumed T = 7°C = 280 K): ν = 14.11 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.0247
W/m·K, α = 19.9 × 10-6 m2/s, β = 1/ T = 0.0036 K-1.
ANALYSIS:
(a) This is a case of free convection in a vertical parallel plate channel. The window can be
approximated as isothermal and the insulation can be modeled as adiabatic. Therefore we can use
Equation 9.45 to find the average Nusselt number, with C1 = 144, C2 = 2.87 in Table 9.3. We begin by
calculating the Rayleigh number from Equation 9.38:
g β Ts - T∞ S3
Ra S = (1)
αν
9.8 m/s2 × 0.0036 K -1 × 0°C - 15°C × (0.005 m)3
Ra S = = 234
19.9 × 10-6 m 2 /s × 14.11 × 10-6 m 2 /s
Then
-1/2
⎡ C1 C2 ⎤
Nu S = ⎢ 2
+ ⎥ (2)
⎢⎣ (Ra S S/L) (Ra S S/L)1/2 ⎥⎦
-1/2
⎡ 144 2.87 ⎤
Nu S = ⎢ 2
+ ⎥ = 0.0538
⎣ (234 × 0.005 m/1.8 m) (234 × 0.005 m/1.8 m)1/2 ⎦
From Equation 9.37 (noting that heat transfer is in the direction from the air to the surface)
q = Nu S k A (T∞ - TS )/S (3)
= 0.0538 × 0.0247 W/m ⋅ K × 1.8 m 2 (15°C - 0°C)/0.005 m
= 7.2 W <
Then the weekly cost is
Cost = 7.2 W × 0.08 × 10-3 $/W·h × 24 h/day × 7 days
Cost = $0.10 <
Continued….
(b) Solving Equations (1), (2), and (3) for 1 mm ≤ S ≤ 20 mm, the following graph can be generated.
70
60
50
40
q (W)
30
20
10
0
0 5 10 15 20
S (mm)
COMMENTS: (1) Despite the poor workmanship there is a significant cost savings. (2) With
RaSS/L = 0.65 < 10 in part (a), we could have used the fully developed results, Equation 9.40.
However this equation is not valid for RaSS > 10, which corresponds to S > 10 mm.

PROBLEM 9.85
KNOWN: Vertical air vent in front door of dishwasher with prescribed width and height. Spacing
between isothermal and insulated surface of 20 mm.
FIND: (a) Heat loss from the tub surface and (b) Effect on heat rate of changing spacing by ± 10 mm.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Vent forms vertical parallel isothermal/adiabatic
plates, (3) Ambient air is quiescent.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 312.5K, 1 atm): ν = 17.15 × 10 m /s, α = 24.4 ×
-6 2 -3
10 m /s, k = 27.2 × 10 W/m⋅K, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: The vent arrangement forms two vertical plates, one is isothermal, Ts, and the other is
adiabatic ( q′′ = 0 ) . The heat loss can be estimated from Eq. 9.37 with the correlation of Eq. 9.45
using C1 = 144 and C2 = 2.87 from Table 9.3:
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) S3 9.8 m / s 2 (1/ 312.5 K )( 52 − 27 ) K ( 0.020 m )
3
RaS = = = 14,988
να 17.15 ×10−6 m 2 / s × 24.4 ×10−6 m2 / s
−1/ 2
k ⎡⎢ C1 C2 ⎤
q = As ( Ts − T∞ ) + ⎥ = ( 0.500 × 0.580 ) m 2 ×
S ⎢ ( Ra S / L )2 ( Ra S / L )1/ 2 ⎥
⎣ S S ⎦
−1/ 2
0.0272 W / m ⋅ K ⎡⎢ C1 C2 ⎤
( 52 − 27 ) K + ⎥ = 28.8W. <
0.020 m ⎢ ( Ra S / L )2 ( Ra S / L )1/ 2 ⎥
⎣ S S ⎦
(b) To determine the effect of the spacing at S = 30 and 10 mm, we need only repeat the above
calculations with these results
S (mm) RaS q (W)
10 1874 26.1 <
30 50,585 28.8 <
Since it would be desirable to minimize heat losses from the tub, based upon these calculations, you
would recommend a decrease in the spacing.
COMMENTS: For this situation, according to Table 9.3, the spacing corresponding to the maximum
3 -1/4
heat transfer rate is Smax = (Smax/Sopt) × 2.15(RaS/S L) = 14.5 mm. Find qmax = 28.5 W. Note
that the heat rate is not very sensitive to spacing for these conditions.
PROBLEM 9.86
KNOWN: Dimensions, spacing and temperature of plates in a vertical array. Ambient air
temperature. Total width of the array.
FIND: Optimal plate spacing for maximum heat transfer from the array and corresponding number of
plates and heat transfer.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, (2) Negligible plate thickness, (3) Constant properties.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, air ( p = 1atm, T = 320K ) : ν = 17.9 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0278 W/m⋅K, α =
-6 2
-6 2 -1
25.5 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.704, β = 0.00313 K .
3 2 -1 -
ANALYSIS: With RaS/S L = gβ (Ts - T∞)/ανL = (9.8 m/s × 0.00313 K × 55°C)/(25.5 × 17.9 × 10
12 4 2 10 4
m /s × 0.3m) = 1.232 × 10 m , from Table 9.3, the spacing which maximizes heat transfer for the
array is
= 8.13 × 10−3 m = 8.13mm
2.71 2.71
Sopt = = <
( ) ( )
1/ 4 1/ 4
Ra S / S3L 1.232 × 1010 m −4
With the requirement that (N – 1) Sopt ≤ War, it follows that N ≤ 1 + 150 mm/8.13 mm = 19.4, in
which case
N = 19 <
The corresponding heat rate is q = N ( 2WL ) h ( Ts − T∞ ) , where, from Eq. 9.45 and Table 9.3,
1/ 2
k k⎡ 576 2.87 ⎤
h = Nu S = ⎢ + ⎥
S S ⎢ ( Ra S / L )2 ( Ra S / L )1/ 2 ⎥
⎣ S S ⎦
3 4 10 -4 4
With RaS S/L = (RaS/S L)S = 1.232 × 10 m × (0.00813m) = 53.7,
0.0278 W / m ⋅ K ⎡⎢ 576 2.87 ⎤⎥

h= + = 3.42 ( 0.200 + 0.392 ) = 2.02 W / m 2 ⋅ K
0.00813m ⎢ ( 53.7 ) 2
( 53.7 ) ⎥⎦
1/ 2
⎣
q = 19 ( 2 × 0.3m × 0.3m ) 2.02 W / m 2 ⋅ K × 55°C = 380 W <

COMMENTS: It would be difficult to fabricate heater plates of thickness δ << Sopt . Hence, subject
to the constraint imposed on War, N would be reduced, where N ≤ 1 + War/(Sopt + δ).
PROBLEM 9.87
KNOWN: A bank of drying ovens is mounted on a rack in a room with an ambient temperature of
27°C; the cubical ovens are 500 mm to a side and the spacing between the ovens is 15 mm.
FIND: (a) Estimate the heat loss from the facing side of an oven when its surface temperature is
47°C, and (b) Explore the effect of the spacing dimension on the heat loss. At what spacing is the heat
loss a maximum? Describe the boundary layer behavior for this condition. Can this condition be
analyzed by treating the oven side-surface as an isolated vertical plate?
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Adjacent oven sides form a vertical channel with
symmetrically heated plates, (3) Room air is quiescent, and channel sides are open to the room air, and
(4) Constant properties.
-5 2
-5 2
W/m⋅K, α = 2.40 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.706, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: (a) For the isothermal plate channel, Eq. 9.45 with Eqs. 9.37 and 9.38, allow for
calculation of the heat transfer from a plate to the ambient air.
−1/ 2
⎡ C1 C2 ⎤
Nu S = ⎢ + ⎥ (1)
⎢⎣ (Ra SS / L)2 ( Ra SS / L )1/ 2 ⎥⎦
q/A S
Nu S = (2)
Ts − T∞ k
gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) S3
Ra S = (3)
αν
where, from Table 9.3, for the symmetrical isothermal plates, C1 = 576 and C2 = 2.87. Properties are
evaluated at the film temperature Tf. Substituting numerical values, evaluate the correlation
parameters and the heat rate.
9.8 m / s 2 (1/ 310 K )( 47 − 27 ) K ( 0.015 m )
3
Ra S = = 5267
2.40 × 10−5 m 2 / s × 1.69 × 10−5 m 2 / s
−1/ 2
⎡ 576 2.87 ⎤
Nu S = ⎢ + ⎥ = 1.994
⎢⎣ (5267 × 0.015 m / 0.50 m) 2 ( 5267 × 0.015 m / 0.050 m )1/ 2 ⎥⎦
q / ( 0.50 × 0.50 ) m 2 0.015 m

1.994 = q = 18.0 W <
( 47 − 27 ) K 0.0270 W / m ⋅ K
Continued …..
(b) Using the foregoing relations in IHT, the heat rate is calculated for a range of spacing S.
20
15
Heat loss, q (W)
10
0
5 10 15 20 25
Separation distance, S (mm)
Note that the heat rate increases with increasing spacing up to about S = 20 mm. This implies that for
S > 20 mm, the side wall of the oven behaves as an isolated vertical plate. From the treatment of the
vertical channel, Section 9.7.1, the spacing to provide maximum heat rate from a plate occurs at Smax
which, from Table 9.3, is evaluated by
Smax = 1.71 Sopt = 0.01964 m = 19.6 mm
( )
−1/ 4
Sopt = 2.71 Ra S / S3L = 0.01147 m
For the condition S = Smax, the spacing is sufficient that the boundary layers on the plates do not
overlap.
COMMENTS: Using the Churchill-Chu correlation, Eq. 9.26, for the isolated vertical plate, where
8
the characteristic dimension is the height L, find q = 20.2 W (RaL = 1.951 × 10 and hL = 4.03
2
W/m ⋅K). This value is slightly larger than that from the channel correlation when S > Smax, but a
good approximation.
PROBLEM 9.88
KNOWN: Inclination angle of parallel plate solar collector. Plate spacing. Absorber plate
and inlet temperature.
FIND: Rate of heat transfer to collector fluid.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Flow in

collector corresponds to buoyancy
driven flow between parallel plates
with quiescent fluids at the inlet and
outlet, (2) Constant properties.
PROPERTIES: Table A-6, Water ( T = 320K ) : ρ = 989 kg/m , cp = 4180 J/kg⋅K, µ = 577 ×
3
-6 -6 -1
10 kg/s⋅m, k = 0.640 W/m⋅K, β = 436.7 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: With
0.640 W / m ⋅ K
= 1.55 ×10−7 m 2 / s
k
α= =
ρ cp 989 kg / m3 ( 4180 J / kg ⋅ K )
( )
ν = ( µ / ρ ) = 577 × 10−6 kg / s ⋅ m / 989 kg / m3 = 5.83 × 10−7 m 2 / s
find
S gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) S
Ra S = =
(
4 9.8 m / s 2 436.7 ×10−6 K −1 ( 40 K )( 0.015 m ) ) 4
L αν L
(
1.55 ×10−7 m 2 / s 5.83 × 10−7 m 2 / s 1.5 m )( )
S
RaS = 6.39 × 104.
L
Since RaS(S/L) > 200, Eq. 9.47 may be used,
( )
1/ 4
Nu S = 0.645 ⎡⎣ RaS ( S / L ) ⎤⎦
1/ 4
= 0.645 6.39 × 104 = 10.3
k
h = Nu S = 10.3 ( 0.64 W / m ⋅ K / 0.015 m ) = 438 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
S
Hence the heat rate is
q = hA ( Ts − T∞ ) = 438 W / m2 ⋅ K (1.5 m )( 67 − 27 ) K = 26,300 W / m. <

COMMENTS: Such a large heat rate would necessitate use of a concentrating solar
collector for which the normal solar flux would be significantly amplified.
PROBLEM 9.89
KNOWN: Critical Rayleigh number for onset of convection in vertical cavity filled with atmospheric
air. Temperatures of opposing surfaces.
FIND: Maximum allowable spacing for heat transfer by conduction across the air. Effect of surface
temperature and air pressure.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Critical Rayleigh number is RaL,c = 2000, (2) Constant properties.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, air [T = (T1 + T2)/2 = 1°C = 274K]: ν = 13.6 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0242
-6 2 -1
W/m⋅K, α = 19.1 × 10 m /s, β = 0.00365 K .
ANALYSIS: With RaL,c = g β (T1 – T2) L3c / αν ,
1/ 3 1/ 3
⎡ αν Ra L,c ⎤ ⎡19.1×13.6 × 10−12 m 4 / s 2 × 2000 ⎤
Lc = ⎢ ⎥ =⎢ ⎥ = 0.007m = 7 mm <
⎣⎢ gβ ( T1 − T2 ) ⎦⎥ ⎢⎣ 9.8 m / s 2 × 0.00365 K −1 × 42°C ⎥⎦
The critical value of the spacing, and hence the corresponding thermal resistance of the air space,
increases with a decreasing temperature difference, T1 – T2, and decreasing air pressure. With ν = µ/ρ
and α ≡ k/ρcp, both quantities increase with decreasing p, since ρ decreases while µ, k and cp are
approximately unchanged.
COMMENTS: (1) For the prescribed conditions and Lc = 7 mm, the conduction heat flux across the
air space is q ′′ = k ( T1 − T2 ) / L c = 0.0242 W / m ⋅ K × 42°C / 0.007m = 145 W / m 2 , (2) With triple pane
construction, the conduction heat loss could be reduced by a factor of approximately two, (3) Heat loss
is also associated with radiation exchange between the panes.
PROBLEM 9.90
KNOWN: Temperatures and dimensions of a window-storm window combination.
FIND: Rate of heat loss by free convection.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Both glass plates are of uniform temperature with insulated
interconnecting walls and (2) Negligible radiation exchange.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (278K, 1 atm): ν = 13.93 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0245 W/m⋅K, α
-6 2 -1
= 19.6 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.71, β = 0.00360 K .
ANALYSIS: For the vertical cavity,
Ra L =
g β ( T1 − T2 ) L3
=
( )
9.8 m / s 2 0.00360 K −1 ( 30°C )( 0.06m )
3
αν 19.6 × 10−6 m 2 / s × 13.93 × 10−6 m 2 / s
Ra L = 8.37 × 105.
With (H/L) = 20, Eq. 9.52 may be used as a first approximation for Pr = 0.71,
( )
−0.3 1/ 4
Nu L = 0.42 Ra1/ (
4 0.012 H / L
L Pr ) = 0.42 8.37 ×105 ( 0.71)0.012 ( 20 )−0.3
Nu L = 5.2
k 0.0245W / m ⋅ K
h = Nu L = 5.2 = 2.1W / m 2 ⋅ K.
L 0.06m
The heat loss by free convection is then
q = h A ( T1 − T2 )
q = 2.1W / m 2 ⋅ K (1.2m × 0.8m )( 30°C ) = 61W. <

COMMENTS: In such an application, radiation losses should also be considered, and
infiltration effects could render heat loss by free convection significant.
PROBLEM 9.91
KNOWN: Absorber plate and cover plate temperatures and geometry for a flat plate solar
collector.
FIND: Heat flux due to free convection.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Aspect ratio, H/L, is greater than 12.

-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (325K, 1 atm): ν = 18.4 × 10 m /s, k = 0.028 W/m⋅K, α =
-6 2 -3 -1
26.2 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.703, β = 3.08 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: For the inclined enclosure,
Ra L =
g β ( T1 − T2 ) L3
=
( )
9.8 m / s 2 3.08 ×10−3 K −1 ( 70 − 35 ) °C ( 0.05m )
3
αν
( 26.2 ×10−6 m2 / s )(18.4 ×10−6 m2 / s )
Ra L = 2.74 × 105.
With τ < τ ∗ = 70°, Table 9.4,

•⎡ 1.6 ⎤
⎡ 1708 ⎤ 1708 ( sin1.8τ )
Nu L = 1 + 1.44 ⎢1 − ⎥ ⎢1 − ⎥
⎣ Ra L cos τ ⎦ ⎢
⎣
Ra L cos τ ⎥
⎦
•
⎡⎛ Ra cos τ ⎞
1/ 3 ⎤
+ ⎢⎜ L ⎟ − 1⎥
⎢⎣⎝ 5830 ⎠ ⎥⎦
Nu L = 1 + 1.44 ( 0.99 )( 0.99 ) + 1.86 = 4.28
k 0.028 W / m ⋅ K
h = Nu L = 4.28 = 2.4 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
L 0.05m
Hence, the heat flux is
q′′ = h ( T1 − T2 ) = 2.4W / m2 ⋅ K ( 70 − 35) °C
q′′ = 84 W / m2 . <
COMMENTS: Radiation exchange between the absorber and cover plates will also
contribute to heat loss from the collector.
PROBLEM 9.92
KNOWN: Dimensions and properties of paraffin slab, initial liquid layer thickness.
Temperature of the hot surface.
FIND: (a) Amount of paraffin melted over a period of 5 hours in response to bottom heating, (b)
Amount of energy used to melt the paraffin and amount of energy needed to raise the average
temperature of the liquid paraffin, (c) Amount of paraffin melted over a period of 5 hours with
top heating.
SCHEMATIC:
Liquid
k = 0.15 W/m·K
Solid Ts = 50°C
ρ = 770 kg/m3 g
ν = 5x10-6 m2/s
Tmp α = 8.85 x 10-8 m2/s Tmp
β = 8x10-4 K-1
hsf = 244 kJ/kg
Ts = 50°C qconv Tmp = 27.4°C Solid
A = 2.5 m2 Case b: Heated from above

Case a: Heated from below
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Constant properties, (2) Neglect change of sensible energy of the liquid,
(3) One-dimensional heat transfer.
PROPERTIES: Given, see schematic.
ANALYSIS: (a) Neglecting the change in the sensible energy, the mass melted is
M = E / hsf = q"At / hsf = hA(Ts − Tmp )t / hsf
Using the Globe and Dropkin correlation,
1/ 3
h = 0.069k ⎡⎣ gβ (Ts − Tmp ) /να ⎤⎦ Pr 0.074
Combining the equations gives
1/ 3 0.074
⎡ 9.8m / s2 × 8 × 10−4 K −1 × (50 − 27.4)°C ⎤ ⎡ 5 × 10−6 m 2 / s ⎤
M = 0.15W / m ⋅ K × 0.069 × ⎢ −6 2 −8 2 ⎥ ×⎢ −8 2 ⎥
⎣ 5 × 10 m / s × 8.85 × 10 m / s ⎦ ⎣ 8.85 × 10 m / s ⎦
2.5m 2 × ( 50 − 27.4 ) °C × 5h × 3600s / h
×
244 × 103 J / kg
= 429 kg <
(b) The energy consumed to melt the paraffin is
Continued…
E m = Mhsf = 429kg × 244 × 103 J / kg = 105 × 106 J

<
The energy associated with raising the temperature to T = (50°C + 27.4°C) / 2 = 38.7°C is
Es = Mc p (T − Tmp ) = M(k / ρα )(T − Tmp )

⎛ 0.15W / m ⋅ K ⎞
= 429kg × ⎜ ⎟ × ( 38.7 − 27.4°C ) = 10.7 × 10 J
6
−8 2
⎝ 770kg / m 3
⋅ 8.85 × 10 m / s ⎠
The ratio of the change of sensible energy to energy absorbed in the phase change is
Es/Em = 10.7× 106 J/105×106 J = 0.102 <

(c) The liquid layer is heated from above. Heat transfer in the liquid phase is by conduction. The
temperature distribution in the liquid is linear if the change in sensible energy of the liquid is
neglected. Hence, an energy balance on the control surface shown in the schematic yields
q" = k
( Ts − Tmp ) = ρ h ds
sf
s dt
Separating variables and integrating
k(Ts − Tmp ) t s(t) 2k(Ts − Tmp )t

ρ hsf ∫t=0 dt = ∫s i
sds or s(t) =
ρ h sf
+ si2
Therefore,
2 × 0.15W / m ⋅ K × ( 50 − 27.4 ) °C × 5h × 3600s / h

s(t = 5h) = + (0.01m) 2
770kg / m × 244 × 10 J / kg
3 3
= 27 × 10-3 m = 27 mm
M = Aρ [s(t = 5h) − si ] = 2.5m 2 × 770kg / m 3 × (27 × 10−3 m − 10 × 10−3 m) = 33.4kg <

COMMENTS: (1) For the bottom heated case at t = 5 h, the solid-liquid interface is located at
M/ρA + si = 429 kg/(770 kg/m3 × 2.5 m2) + 0.01 m = 0.233 m. The Rayleigh numbers associated
with the bottom heating case range from Ras = gβ(Ts - Tmp)si3/να = 9.8m/s2 × 8 × 10-4 K-1 × (50 –
27.4)°C × (0.01m)3/(5 × 10-6 m2/s × 8.85 × 10-8 m2/s) = 4 × 105 to 5 × 109 at t = 5 h. Hence, use of
the Globe and Dropkin correlation is justified. (2) The ratio of the change in sensible energy to the
absorption of latent energy is referred to as the liquid phase Stefan number. Since the liquid phase
Stefan number is much less than unity, it is reasonable to neglect the change of sensible energy of
the liquid phase when calculating the melting rate or solid-liquid interface location.
PROBLEM 9.93
KNOWN: Rectangular cavity of two parallel, 0.5m square plates with insulated inter-connecting
sides and with prescribed separation distance and surface temperatures.
FIND: Heat flux between surfaces for three orientations of the cavity: (a) Vertical τ = 90°C, (b)
Horizontal with τ = 0°, and (c) Horizontal with τ = 180°.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Radiation exchange is negligible, (2) Air is at atmospheric pressure.

-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (T1 + T2)/2 = 300K, 1 atm): ν = 15.89 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0263
-6 2 -3 -1
W/m⋅K, α = 22.5 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.707, β = 1/Tf = 3.333 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: The convective heat flux between the two cavity plates is
q′′conv = h ( T1 − T2 )
where h is estimated from the appropriate enclosure correlation which will depend upon the Rayleigh
number. From Eq. 9.25, find
g β ( T1 − T2 ) L3 9.8 m / s 2 × 3.333 ×10−3 K −1 ( 325 − 275 ) K ( 0.05m )
3
Ra L = = = 5.710 ×105.
να 15.89 ×10−6 m 2 / s × 22.5 × 10−6 m 2 / s
Note that H/L = 0.5/0.05 = 10, a factor which is important in selecting correlations.
(a) With τ = 90°, for a vertical cavity, Eq. 9.50, is appropriate,
0.28 −1/ 4 0.28
⎛ Pr Ra ⎞ ⎛H⎞ ⎛ 0.707 × 5.71 × 105 ⎞
Nu L = 0.22 ⎜ L⎟ ⎜ ⎟ = 0.22 ⎜ ⎟ (10 )−1/ 4 = 4.72
⎝ 0.2 + Pr ⎠ ⎝L⎠ ⎝ 0.2 + 0.707 ⎠
k 0.0263 W / m ⋅ K
h L = Nu L = × 4.72 = 2.48 W / m 2 ⋅ K
L 0.05m
q′′conv = 2.48 W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 325 − 275 ) K = 124 W / m2 . <
(b) With τ = 0° for a horizontal cavity heated from below, Eq. 9.49 is appropriate.
k
h = Nu L = 0.069 Ra1/
L
k
L L
3 Pr 0.074 = 0.069 0.0263 W / m ⋅ K 5.710 × 105 1/ 3 0.707 0.074
0.05m
( ) ( )
h = 2.92 W / m 2 ⋅ K
q′′conv = 2.92 W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 325 − 275 ) K = 146 W / m2 . <
(c) For τ = 180° corresponding to the horizontal orientation with the heated plate on the top, heat
transfer will be by conduction. That is,
k
Nu L = 1 or h L = Nu L ⋅ = 1× 0.0263 W / m ⋅ K / ( 0.05m ) = 0.526 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
L
q′′conv = 0.526 W / m2 ⋅ K ( 325 − 275 ) K = 26.3 W / m 2 . <
COMMENTS: Compare the heat fluxes for the various orientations and explain physically their
relative magnitudes.
PROBLEM 9.94
KNOWN: Horizontal flat roof and vertical wall sections of same dimensions exposed to identical
temperature differences.
FIND: (a) Ratio of convection heat rate for horizontal section to that of the vertical section and (b)
Effect of inserting a baffle at the mid-height of the vertical wall section on the convection heat rate.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Ends of sections and baffle adiabatic, (2) Steady-state conditions.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air ( T = ( T1 + T2 ) / 2 = 277K, 1atm ) : ν = 13.84 × 10 m /s, k =
-6 2
-6 2
0.0245 W/m⋅K, α = 19.5 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.713.
ANALYSIS: (a) The ratio of the convection heat rates is
q hor h A ∆T h hor
= hor s = . (1)
q vert h vert As ∆T h vert
To estimate coefficients, recognizing both sections have the same characteristics length, L = 0.1m,
3
with RaL = gβ∆TL /να find
9.8 m / s 2 × (1/ 277K ) (18 − ( −10 ) ) K ( 0.1m )

3
Ra L = = 3.67 × 106.
13.84 ×10−6 m 2 / s × 19.5 ×10−6 m 2 / s
The appropriate correlations for the sections are Eqs. 9.49 and 9.52 (with H/L = 30),
−0.3
Nu L hor = 0.069 Ra1/ 3 0.074
L Pr Nu L vert = 0.42 Ra1/ 4 0.012
L Pr (H / L) . (3,4)
Using Eqs. (3) and (4), the ratio of Eq. (1) becomes,
q hor
=
1/ 3 0.074
0.069 Ra L Pr
=
0.069 3.67 × 10 6 1/ 3
(
( 0.713)0.074 ) = 1.57. <
q vert 0.42 Ra1/ 4 Pr 0.012 ( H / L )−0.3
L 0.42 3.67 × 10 6 1/ 4
(
( 0.713) 0.012
)
( 30 ) −0.3
(b) The effect of the baffle in the vertical wall section is to reduce H/L from 30 to 15. Using Eq. 9.52,
it follows,
−0.3
q baf h baf ( H / L )baf
−0.3
⎛ 15 ⎞
= = =⎜ ⎟
−0.3 ⎝ 30 ⎠
= 1.23. <
q h (H / L)
That is, the effect of the baffle is to increase the convection heat rate.
COMMENTS: (1) Note that the heat rate for the horizontal section is 57% larger than that for the
vertical section for the same (T1 – T2). This indicates the importance of heat losses from the ceiling or
roofs in house construction. (2) Recognize that for Eq. 9.52, the Pr > 1 requirement is not completely
satisfied. (3) What is the physical explanation for the result of part (b)?
PROBLEM 9.95
KNOWN: Dimensions of horizontal air space separating plates of known temperature.
FIND: (a) Convective heat flux for a 50 mm gap, hot and cold plate temperatures of Th = 200°C
and Tc = 50°C, respectively, (b) Minimum number of thin aluminum sheets needed to suppress
convection, (c) Conduction heat flux with the sheets in place.
SCHEMATIC:
q"conv q"cond
Tc = 50 ° C
Aluminum
L = 0.05 m
Air foil sheets
Lg
Th = 200 ° C
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Constant properties, (2) Steady-state conditions, (3) Foil sheets have
negligible conduction resistance and negligible thickness.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air: (Tf = (200°C + 50°C)/2 = 125°C): k = 0.03365 W/m⋅K, ν =
2.619 × 10-5 m2/s, α = 3.796 × 10-5 m2/s, Pr = 0.6904.
ANALYSIS: (a) The Rayleigh number is
Ra = gβ (Th − Tc )L3 /ν ⋅ α
1
= 9.8m / s 2 × × ( 200 − 50 ) °C × (0.05m)3 /(2.619 × 10−5 m 2 / s × 3.796 × 10−5 m 2 / s)
(125 + 273)K
= 4.64 × 105
Using the Globe and Dropkin correlation,
h L = 0.069(k / L)Ra1/ 3 Pr 0.074 = 0.069 × (0.03365W / m ⋅ K / 5 × 10−3 m) × (4.64 × 105 )1/ 3 × (0.6904)0.074
= 3.50 W/m2⋅K
Therefore, q"conv = 3.50W / m 2 ⋅ K × (200 − 50)°C = 525W / m 2 <

(b) For RaLg < 1708, there will be no convection in an air layer. The number of gaps is Ng = N +
1. The gap width is Lg = L/(N + 1) and, as a first estimate, the temperature difference across each
gap is ∆Tg = (Th – Tc)/(N + 1). We require 1708 > RaLg, or
Continued…
gβ ⎡⎣( Th − Tc ) ( N + 1)⎤⎦ [ L /(N + 1)]

3
< 1708
ν ⋅α
or
9.8m / s2 × [1/(273 + 125)] K −1 × ⎡⎣ ( 200 − 50 ) °C /(N + 1) ⎤⎦ × [0.05m /(N + 1)]

3
< 1708
2.619 × 10−5 m 2 / s × 3.796 × 10−5 m 2 / s
from which we may determine N > 3.06. Therefore, we specify N = 4. <

(c) Neglecting the thickness and thermal resistance of the foil sheets,
q"cond = k(Th − Tc ) / L = 0.03365W / m ⋅ K × (200 − 50)°C / 0.05m = 101W / m2 <

COMMENTS: (1) Installation of the foils results in a 100 – 101/525 = 81 % reduction in heat
transfer across the large gap. (2) Because of the temperature dependence of the thermophysical
properties, we should check to make sure the Rayleigh numbers associated with the top and
bottom gaps do not exceed 1708. Assuming ∆Tg = (Th – Tc)/(N + 1) = 150°C/(5) = 30°C and
evaluating properties at the average gap temperatures of 65°C and 185°C, respectively, we find
RaLg = 1569 for the top gap and 394 for the bottom gap. We therefore conclude that convection is
in fact suppressed in all the gaps. (3) A more accurate handling of the thermophysical property
variation would account for the temperature variation of the thermal conductivity in each gap and,
in turn, the variation in the temperatures of the individual foil sheets. Equating the conduction
heat transfer through each gap and evaluating the thermal conductivity for each gap at the average
air temperature in the gap, one finds (using an iterative procedure or IHT) foil temperatures of
(top to bottom): T1 = 84.3°C, T2 = 116.1°C, T3 = 145.7°C and T4 = 173.6°C. Values of RaLg are
1742 and 340 for the top and bottom gaps, respectively. Hence, with 4 foils, the top gap will
experience very weak convection and a conservative specification would call for installation of N
= 5 foils. (4) As will become evident in Chapter 13, the foils will also reduce radiation heat
transfer across the gap.
PROBLEM 9.96
KNOWN: Double-glazed window of variable spacing L between panes filled with either air or
carbon dioxide.
FIND: Heat transfer across window for variable spacing when filled with either gas. Consider these
conditions (outside, T1; inside, T2): winter (-10, 20°C) and summer (35°C, 25°C).
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Radiation exchange is negligible, (3) Gases are at
atmospheric pressure, (4) Perfect gas behavior.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4: Winter, T = ( −10 + 20 ) °C / 2 = 288 K , Summer, T = ( 35 + 25 ) °C / 2 = 303 K :
3
Gas T α ν k × 10
2 6 2 6
(1 atm) (K) (m /s × 10 ) (m /s × 10 ) (W/m⋅K)
Air 288 20.5 14.82 24.9
Air 303 22.9 16.19 26.5
CO2 288 10.2 7.78 15.74
CO2 303 11.2 8.55 16.78
ANALYSIS: The heat flux by convection across the window is
q′′ = h ( T1 − T2 )
where the convection coefficient is estimated from the correlation of Eq. 9.53 for large aspect ratios
10< H/L < 40, for which h is independent of L,
Nu L = hL / k = 0.046Ra1/
L .
3
Substituting numerical values for winter (w) and summer (s) conditions,
9.8 m / s 2 (1/ 288 K ) ( 20 − ( −10 ) ) KL3
Ra L,w,air = = 3.360 × 109 L3
−6 2 −6 2
20.5 × 10 m / s × 14.82 × 10 m /s
8 3 10 3 9 3
Ra L,s,air = 8.724 × 10 L Ra L,w,CO = 1.286 × 10 L Ra L,s,CO = 3.378 × 10 L
2 2
the heat transfer coefficients are
( )
1/ 3
h w,air = ( 0.0249 W / m ⋅ K / L ) × 0.046 3.360 ×109 L3 = 1.72W / m 2 ⋅ K
h s,air =1.16W/m 2 ⋅ K h w,CO =1.70W / m 2 ⋅ K h s,CO = 1.16 W / m 2 ⋅ K.

2 2
Thus,
q′′w,air = 51.5 W / m 2 q′′s,air = 11.6 W / m 2 q′′w,CO = 50.9 W / m 2 q′′s,CO = 11.6 W / m 2 .
2 2
COMMENTS: (1) The correlation is valid for 106 < RaL < 109. As an example, for a spacing L = 10
mm, the Rayleigh number would be less than 106 in all four cases, and Eq. 9.52 should be used
instead. However, note that H/L = 150, which is out of the range of validity of both correlations. (2)
For this particular case, the smaller k for CO2 is almost exactly offset by the smaller α and ν which
lead to larger RaL, and there is very little difference between the results for air and CO2.
PROBLEM 9.97
KNOWN: Dimensions of double pane window. Thickness of air gap. Temperatures of room and
ambient air.
FIND: (a) Temperatures of glass panes and heat rate through window, (b) Resistance of glass pane
relative to smallest convection resistance.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state, (2) Negligible glass pane thermal resistance, (3) Constant
properties.
PROPERTIES: Table A-3, Plate glass: kp = 1.4 W/m⋅K. Table A-4, Air (p = 1 atm). Tf,i = 287.6K:
-6 2 -6 2 -1
νi = 14.8 × 10 m /s, ki = 0.0253 W/m⋅K, αi = 20.9 × 10 m /s, Pri = 0.710, βi = 0.00348 K . T =
-6 2 -6 2
(Ts,i + Ts,o)/2 = 272.8K: ν = 13.49 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0241 W/m⋅K, α = 18.9 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.714,
-1 -6 2 -6 2
β = 0.00367 K . Tf,o = 258.2K: νo = 12.2 × 10 m /s, ko = 0.0230W/m⋅K, α = 17.0 × 10 m /s, Pr
-1
= 0.718, βo = 0.00387 K .
ANALYSIS: (a) The heat rate may be expressed as
q = q o = h o H 2 Ts,o − T∞,o ( ) (1)
(
q = q g = h g H 2 Ts,i − Ts,o ) (2)
(
q = qi = hi H 2 T∞,i − Ts,i ) (3)
where ho and hi may be obtained from Eq. (9.26),
2
⎧ ⎫
⎪⎪ 0.387 Ra H1/ 6 ⎪⎪
Nu H = ⎨0.825 +
8 / 27 ⎬
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎪⎩ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥ ⎪⎭
with Ra H = gβ o ( Ts,o − T∞,o ) H3 / α oν o and Ra H = gβ i ( T∞,i − Ts,i ) H3 / α iν i , respectively. Assuming

4 7
10 < Ra L < 10 , hg is obtained from
−0.3
Nu L = 0.42 Ra1/ (
4 0.012 H / L
L Pr )
where Ra L = gβ ( Ts,i − Ts,o ) L / αν . A simultaneous solution to Eqs. (1) – (3) for the three unknowns
3
yields
Continued …..
Ts,i = 9.1°C, Ts,o = −9.6°C, q = 35.7 W <

where hi = 3.29 W / m 2 ⋅ K, ho = 3.45 W / m 2 ⋅ K and hg = 1.90 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
(b) The unit conduction resistance of a glass pane is R ′′cond = L p / k p = 0.00429 m 2 ⋅ K / W, and the
smallest convection resistance is R ′′ ( 2

o)
= 1/ h = 0.290 m ⋅ K / W. Hence,
conv,o
R ′′cond << R ′′conv,min <

and it is reasonable to neglect the thermal resistance of the glass.
2
COMMENTS: (1) Assuming a heat flux of 35.7 W/m through a glass pane, the corresponding
( )
temperature difference across the pane is ∆T = q′′ L p / k p = 0.15°C. Hence, the assumption of an
isothermal pane is good. (2) Equations (1) – (3) were solved using the IHT workspace and the
temperature-dependent air properties provided by the software. The property values provided in the
PROPERTIES section of this solution were obtained from the software.
PROBLEM 9.98
KNOWN: Top surface of an oven maintained at 60°C.
FIND: (a) Reduction in heat transfer from the surface by installation of a cover plate with specified air
gap; temperature of the cover plate, (b) Effect of cover plate spacing.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Oven surface at T1 = Ts for both cases, (3) Negligible
radiative exchange with surroundings and across air gap.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞ )/2 = 315 K, 1 atm): ν = 17.40 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.0274
W/m⋅K, α = 24.7 × 10-6 m2/s; Table A.4, Air ( T = (T1 + T2)/2 and Tf2 = (T2 + T∞ )/2): Properties
obtained form Correlations Toolpad of IHT.
ANALYSIS: (a) The convective heat loss from the exposed top surface of the oven is qs = h As(Ts - T∞ ).
With L = As/P = (0.5 m)2/(4 × 0.5 m) = 0.125 m,
D
9.8 m s 2 (1 315 K )( 60 − 23) C ( 0.125 m )
3
gβ∆TL3
Ra L = = = 5.231× 106 .
να 17.40 ×10−6 m s 2 × 24.7 ×10−6 m s 2
The appropriate correlation for a heated plate facing upwards, Eq. 9.30, is
hL
Nu L = = 0.54Ra1/
L
4 104 ≤ RaL ≤ 107
k
⎛ 0.0274 W m⋅ K ⎞
h =⎜
⎝ 0.125 m
⎟ × 0.54 5.231×10
⎠
(
6 1/ 4 = 5.66 W m 2⋅ K
)
Hence, the heat rate for the exposed surface is
D
qs = 5.66 W m 2⋅ K ( 0.5 m ) ( 60 − 23) C = 52.4 W .
2
<
With the cover plate, the surface temperature (Ts = T2) is unknown and must be obtained by
performing an energy balance at the top surface.
Continued…..
Equating heat flow across the gap to that from the top surface, qg = qcp. Hence, for a unit surface area,
h g ( T1 − T2 ) = h cp ( T2 − T∞ )
where h cp is obtained from Eq. 9.30 and h g is evaluated from Eq. 9.49.
hg L
Nu L = = 0.069Ra1/ 3 0.074
L Pr
k
Entering this expression from the keyboard and Eq. 9.30 from the Correlations Toolpad, with the
Properties Toolpad used to evaluate air properties at T and Tfs, IHT was used with L = 0.05 m to obtain
T2 = 35.4°C qcp = 13.5 W <
where h g = 2.2 W m 2⋅ K and h cp = 4.4 W/m2⋅K. Hence, the effect of installing the cover plate
creating the enclosure is to reduce the heat loss by
qs − q cp 52.4 − 13.5
qs
× 100 =
52.4
× 100 = 74% . <
Note, however, that for L = 0.05 m, RaL = 2.05 × 105 is slightly less than the lower limit of applicability
for Eq. 9.49.
(b) If we use the foregoing model to evaluate T2 and qcp for 0.005 ≤ L ≤ 0.05 m, we find that there is no
effect. This seemingly unusual result is a consequence of the fact that, in Eq. 9.49, Nu L ∝ Ra1/ 3
L , in
which case h g is independent of L. However, RaL and NuL do decrease with decreasing L, eventually
approaching conditions for which transport across the airspace is determined by conduction and not
convection. If transport is by conduction, the heat rate must be determined from Fourier’s law, for which
q′′g = (k/L)(T1 - T2) and the equivalent, pseudo, Nusselt number is Nu L = hL k = 1 . If this expression
is used to determine h g in the energy balance, qcp increases with decreasing L. The results would only
apply if there is negligible advection in the airspace and hence for Rayleigh numbers less than 1708,
which corresponds to L ≈ 10.5 mm. For this value of L, qcp = 15.4 W exceeds that previously determined
for L = 50 mm. Hence, there is little variation in qcp over the range 10.5 < L < 50 mm. However, qcp
increases with decreasing L below 10.5 mm, achieving a value of 24.2 W for L = 5 mm. Hence, a value
of L slightly larger than 10.5 mm could be considered an optimum.
COMMENTS: Radiation exchange across the cavity and with the surroundings is likely to be significant
and should be considered in a more detailed analysis.
PROBLEM 9.99
KNOWN: Dimensions of air space between windows, dimensions of individual blinds.

Temperatures of windows.
FIND: Convection heat transfer rates between windows when the blinds are in the open and
closed positions, respectively. Explanation of the small effect of the closed blinds on the
convective heat transfer rate.
SCHEMATIC: t = 12.5 mm
L = 25 mm
Ts,i Ts,o = -20°C

Hc = 0.5 m
Ts,o Ho Ts,i= 20°C
Baffle Baffle
Open t = 12.5 mm Closed
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Constant properties, (2) Steady-state conditions, (3) Isothermal windows,
(4) Blinds are adiabatic, (5) Neglect presence of the blind when in the closed position.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air: (Tf = 273 K): k = 0.02414 W/m⋅K, ν = 1.349 × 10-5 m2/s, α =
1.894 × 10-5 m2/s, Pr = 0.714.
ANALYSIS:
Case A, Open Position The aspect ratio of a typical cell is Ho/L = 25/25 = 1. The Rayleigh
number is
(Ts,o − Ts,i )L3 (20 − ( −20))°C × (0.025m)3

Ra = gβ = 9.8m / s2 × (1/ 273)K −1 × −5 2 −5 2
= 87.81 × 103
να 1.349 × 10 m / s × 1.894 × 10 m / s
and (RaPr)/(0.2 + Pr) = (87.81 ×103 × 0.714)/(0.2 + 0.714) = 68,600. Therefore, Equation 9.51
may be used, resulting in
0.29
⎡ 0.714 ⎤
Nu L = 0.18 ⎢ × 87.81 × 103 ⎥ = 4.55 and
⎣ (0.2 + 0.714) ⎦
h L = Nu L k / L = 4.55 × 0.02414W / m ⋅ K / 0.025m = 4.39W / m2 ⋅ K
The same value of the convection heat transfer coefficient exists for each cell. Hence,
Continued…
q conv = 4.39W / m 2 ⋅ K × 0.5m × 0.5m × (20°C − ( −20°C)) = 43.9W <

Case B, Closed Position The aspect ratio of the cavity is Hc/L = 0.5 m/0.025 m = 20. The
Rayleigh number is 87.81 × 103, as before. Therefore, select Equation 9.52, resulting in
Nu L = 0.42 × (87.81 × 103 )1/ 4 × (0.714)0.012 × (20) −3 = 2.931
h L = Nu L k / L = 2.931 × 0.02414W / m ⋅ K / 0.025m = 2.83W / m2 ⋅ K Hence,
q conv = 2.83W / m 2 ⋅ K × 0.5m × 0.5m × (20°C − ( −20°C)) = 28.3W <

The closed blinds may be neglected if the core of the air layer is nearly stagnant. <
COMMENTS: (1) Equation 9.52 has been extrapolated slightly outside of its range of
application with respect to the suggested Prandtl number limits. (2) In the open blind case,
recirculating flow will exist in each small square sub-enclosure, yielding larger values of the
convection coefficient relative to the closed blind case. (3) The blind material will have a higher
thermal conductivity than air, and the open blinds will serve as extended surfaces, further
increasing heat loss through the window. Since the blinds will participate in the heat transfer
when in the open position, treating the top and bottom surfaces of the small square sub-enclosures
is an aggressive assumption. (4) Net radiation transfer between the two window surfaces will be
greater for the open blind case.
PROBLEM 9.100
KNOWN: Dimensions and surface temperatures of a flat-plate solar collector.
FIND: (a) Heat loss across collector cavity, (b) Effect of plate spacing on the heat loss.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: Negligible radiation.

PROPERTIES: Table A.4, Air ( T = (T1 + T2)/2 = 323 K): ν = 18.2 × 10-6 m2/s, k = 0.028 W/m⋅K, α =
25.9 × 10-6 m2/s, β = 0.0031 K-1.
ANALYSIS: (a) Since H/L = 2 m/0.03 m = 66.7 > 12, τ < τ* and Eq. 9.54 may be used to evaluate the
convection coefficient associated with the air space. Hence, q = h As(T1 - T2), where h = (k/L) Nu L and
• •
⎡ 1708 ⎤ ⎡ 1708 ( sin 1.8τ )1.6 ⎤ ⎡⎛ Ra L cos τ ⎞1/ 3 ⎤
Nu L = 1 + 1.44 ⎢1 − ⎥ ⎢1 − ⎥ + ⎢⎜ ⎟ − 1⎥
⎣ Ra L cos τ ⎦ ⎢⎣ Ra L cos τ ⎥⎦ ⎢⎣⎝ 5830 ⎠ ⎥⎦
For L = 30 mm, the Rayleigh number is
Ra L =
gβ ( T1 − T2 ) L
3
=
9.8 m s
2
( 0.0031K )( 40 C ) ( 0.03 m )
−1 D 3
= 6.96 × 10
4
αν −6 2 −6 2
25.9 × 10 m s × 18.2 × 10 m s
and RaL cosτ = 3.48 × 104. It follows that Nu L = 3.12 and h = (0.028 W/m⋅K/0.03 m)3.12 = 2.91
W/m2⋅K. Hence,
2
q = 2.91W m ⋅ K 4 m ( )( 40 C) = 466 W
2 D
<
(b) The foregoing model was entered into the workspace of IHT, and results of the calculations are plotted
as follows.
500 500
480 480
Heat loss, q(W)
Heat loss, q(W)
460 460
440 440
420 420
400 400
0.017 0.028 0.039 0.05 0.011 0.012 0.013 0.014 0.015 0.016
Plate spacing, L(m) Plate spacing, L(m)
Continued...
900
800
Heat loss, q(W)

700
600
500
400
0.005 0.006 0.007 0.008 0.009 0.01
Plate spacing, L(m)
The plots are influenced by the fact that the third and second terms on the right-hand side of the
correlation are set to zero at L ≈ 0.017 m and L ≈ 0.011 m, respectively. For the range of conditions,
minima in the heat loss of q ≈ 410 W and q = 397 W are achieved at L ≈ 0.012 m and L = 0.05 m,
respectively. Operation at L ≈ 0.02 m corresponds to a maximum and is clearly undesirable, as is
operation at L < 0.011 m, for which conditions are conduction dominated.
COMMENTS: Because the convection coefficient is low, radiation effects would be significant.
PROBLEM 9.101
KNOWN: Cylindrical 120-mm diameter radiation shield of Example 9.5 installed concentric with a
100-mm diameter tube carrying steam; spacing provides for an air gap of L = 10 mm.
FIND: (a) Heat loss per unit length of the tube by convection when a second shield of diameter 140 m
is installed; compare the result to that for the single shield calculation of the example; and (b) The heat
loss per unit length if the gap dimension is made L = 15 mm (rather than 10 mm). Do you expect the
heat loss to increase or decrease?
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, and (b) Constant properties.

-6 2
W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.700.
ANALYSIS: (a) The thermal circuit representing the tube with two concentric cylindrical radiation
shields having gap spacings L = 10 mm is shown above. The heat loss per unit length by convection is
Ti − T2 T −T
q′ = = i 1
R ′g1 + R ′g2 R ′g1
(1)
where the R ′g represents the thermal resistance of the annular gap (spacing). From Eqs. 9.58, 59 and
60, find
A n ( D o / Di )
R ′g = (2)
2π k eff
( )
1/ 4
k eff ⎛ Pr ⎞ 1/ 4
= 0.386 ⎜ ⎟ Ra c (3)
k ⎝ 0.861 + Pr ⎠
Ra c = gβ ( To − Ti ) L3c / αν (4)
2 [ ln(ro / ri ) ]
4/3
where Lc =
(ri−3 / 5 + ro−3 / 5 )5 / 3
where the properties are evaluated at the average temperature of the bounding surfaces, Tf = (Ti +
To)/2. Recognize that the above system of equations needs to be solved iteratively by initial guess
values of T1, or solved simultaneously using equation-solving software with a properties library. The
results are tabulated below.
Continued …..
(b) Using the foregoing relations, the analyses can be repeated with L = 15 mm, so that Di = 130 mm
and D2 = 160 mm. The results are tabulated below along with those from Example 9.5 for the single-
shield configuration.
Shields L(mm) R ′g1 (m⋅K/W) R ′g2 (m⋅K/W) R ′tot (m⋅K/W) T1(°C) q′ (W/m)
1 10 0.7658 --- 0.76 --- 100
2 10 1.008 0.8855 1.89 74.8 44.9
2 15 0.9751 0.8224 1.80 73.9 47.3
COMMENTS: (1) The effect of adding the second shield is to more than double the thermal
resistance of the shields to convection heat transfer.
(2) The effect of gap increase from 10 to 15 mm for the two-shield configuration is slight. Increasing
L allows for greater circulation in the annular space, thereby reducing the thermal resistance.
(3) Note the difference in thermal resistances for the annular spaces R ′g1 of the one-and two-shield
configurations with L = 10 mm. Why are they so different (0.7658 vs. 1.008 m⋅K/W, respectively)?
(4) See Example 9.5 for details on how to evaluate the properties for use with the correlation.
PROBLEM 9.102
KNOWN: Operating conditions of a concentric tube solar collector.
FIND: Convection heat transfer per unit length across air space between tubes.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Long tubes.

-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (T = 50°C, 1 atm): ν = 18.2 × 10 m /s, k = 0.028 W/m⋅K,
-6 2 -1
α = 25.9 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.71, β = 0.0031 K .
ANALYSIS: The length scale in Rac is given by Eq. 9.60,
2 [ ln (ro /ri )] 2 [ ln (0.075/0.05) ]

4/3 4/3
Lc = = = 0.0114 m
(ri-3/5 +ro-3/5 )5/3 ⎡ (0.075 m)-3/5 + (0.05 m)-3/5 ⎤
5/3
⎣ ⎦
Then
gβ(Ts - T∞ )L3c 9.8 m/s 2 × 0.0031 K -1 (70 - 30)°C (0.0114 m)3
Rac = = = 3860
να 18.2 × 10-6 m 2 /s × 25.9 × 10-6 m 2 /s
Next, Eq. 9.59 may be used, in which case
( )
1/ 4
⎛ Pr ⎞ 1/ 4
k eff = 0.386 k ⎜ ⎟ Ra c
⎝ 0.861 + Pr ⎠
1/ 4
⎛ 0.71 ⎞
k eff = 0.386 ( 0.028 W / m ⋅ K ) ⎜ ⎟ ( 3860 )1/ 4 = 0.07 W / m ⋅ K.
⎝ 0.861 + 0.71 ⎠
From Eq. 9.58, it then follows that
2 π k eff 2 π ( 0.07 W / m ⋅ K )
q′ = ( Ti − To ) = ( 70 − 30 ) °C = 43.4 W / m. <
ln ( ro / ri ) ln ( 0.15 / 0.10 )
COMMENTS: An additional heat loss is related to thermal radiation exchange between the
inner and outer surfaces.
PROBLEM 9.103
KNOWN: Dimensions and heat generation rate associated with horizontally-oriented lithium
ion battery. Size of annulus filled with liquid paraffin. Properties and fusion temperature of the
paraffin.
FIND: (a) Battery surface temperature when ro = 19 mm, (b) Rate at which ro is increasing with
time, (c) Plot of battery surface temperature versus ro for 15 mm ≤ ro ≤ 30 mm and explanation of
relative insensitivity of battery temperature to size of the annulus.
SCHEMATIC:
Paraffin (liquid)
k = 0.15 W/m·K
ro = 19 mm
ρ = 770 kg/m3
ν = 5x10-6 m2/s
α = 8.85 x 10-8 m2 /s
β = 8 x 10-4 K-1
Tmp = 27.4°C
hsf = 244 kJ/kg
ri = Db/2 = 9 mm L = 65 mm
Battery Paraffin (solid)

•
Eg = 1 W
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Constant properties and steady-state conditions, (2) Solid paraffin at
melting point temperature.
ANALYSIS: (a) The length scale used in the Rayleigh number is given by Equation 9.60.
2 [ln(ro / ri )] 2 × [ln(19 / 9) ]
4/3 4/3
Lc = = = 5.36 × 10−3 m
( )
5/ 3
( ) ( )
−3/ 5 ⎤5/ 3
ri−3/5 + ro−3/ 5 ⎡ −3 −3/5
+ 19 × 10−3 m
⎢⎣ 9 × 10 m ⎥⎦
Ra c =
(
gβ Ts − Tmp L3c ) =
9.8m / s2 × 8 × 10−4 K −1 × ( Ts − 27.4 ) °C × (5.36 × 10−3 m)3
ν ⋅α 5 × 10−6 m 2 / s × 8.85 × 10−8 m 2 / s (1)
−1
= 2728K × (Ts − 27.4°C)
The Prandtl number is Pr = ν/α = 5 × 10-6 m2/s/8.85 × 10-8 m2/s = 56.5, and the effective thermal
conductivity is given by Equation 9.59,
Continued…
1/ 4 1/ 4
⎛ Pr ⎞ ⎛ 56.5 ⎞
k eff = 0.386k ⎜ ⎟ Ra1/
c
4
= 0.386 × 0.15W / m ⋅ K × ⎜ ⎟ Ra1/
c
4
⎝ 0.861 + Pr ⎠ ⎝ 0.861 + 565 ⎠
k eff = 0.0577Ra1/
c
4
(2)
The effective thermal conductivity may also be expressed in terms of Equation 9.58,
E g ln(ro / ri ) 1W × ln(19 / 9) 1.829W / m

k eff = = −3
= (3)
2π L(Ts − Tmp ) 2π × 65 × 10 m × (Ts − 27.4°C) (Ts − 27.4°C)
Equations 1, 2 and 3 may be solved simultaneously to yield
Rac = 8901, keff = 0.5603 W/m⋅K, Ts = 30.7°C. <

(b) An energy balance on the control surface shown in the schematic yields
q conv = E g = Aρ h sf dro / dt
or
dro E g 1W
= = − −
dt 2π ro Lρ hsf 2 × π × 19 × 10 m × 65 × 10 m × 770kg / m3 × 244 × 103 J / kg
3 3
<
−9
= 685 × 10 m / s = 0.685μ m / s
(c) Equations 1 through 3 may be re-solved for various outer radii of the annular region. As
evident, the battery surface temperature is very insensitive to the size of the annular region. If
heat transfer in the annulus were conduction-dominated, one would expect the battery surface
temperature to increase as the annulus becomes larger. The opposite trend is evident here.
Battery Temperature vs. Liquid Annulus Radius
31
30.8
Battery Temperature (C)
30.6
30.4
30.2
30
15 20 25 30
Annulus Radius (mm)
Continued…
As the annulus becomes larger, fluid velocities associated with free convection increase and the
effective thermal conductivity is expected to increase as well. The ratio of the effective thermal
conductivity to the bulk thermal conductivity of the paraffin and its sensitivity to the size of the
annulus is shown in the plot below. The enhanced fluid motion associated with the larger
enclosures increases the effective thermal conductivity of the fluid significantly. Hence, both the
numerator and denominator of Equation 9.58 increase with increasing size of the annular region,
yielding relatively constant battery surface temperatures.
keff/k vs. Liquid Annulus Radius
5
keff/k
2
15 20 25 30
Annulus Radius (mm)
PROBLEM 9.104
KNOWN: Annulus formed by two concentric, horizontal tubes with prescribed diameters and surface
temperatures is filled with nitrogen at 5 atm.
FIND: Convective heat transfer rate per unit length of the tubes.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Thermophysical properties k, µ, and Pr, are independent of pressure, (2)
Density is proportional to pressure, (3) Perfect gas behavior.
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Nitrogen ( T = ( Ti + To ) / 2 = 350K, 5 atm ) : k = 0.0293 W/m⋅K, µ =
-7 2 3 3
200 × 10 N⋅s/m , ρ(5 atm) = 5 ρ (1 atm) = 5 × 0.9625 kg/m = 4.813 kg/m , Pr = 0.711, ν = µ/ρ =
-6 2 3 -6 2
4.155 × 10 m /s, α = k/ρc = 0.0293 W/m⋅K/(4.813 kg/m × 1042 J/kg⋅K) = 5.842 × 10 m /s.
ANALYSIS: The length scale in Rac is given by Eq. 9.60,
2 [ ln (ro /ri )] 2 [ ln (125/100) ]
4/3 4/3
Lc = = = 0.0095 m
(ri-3/5 + ro-3/5 )5/3 ⎡(0.1 m)-3/5 + (0.125 m)-3/5 ⎤
5/3
⎣ ⎦
Then
gβ(Ts - T∞ )L3c 9.8 m/s 2 × (1/350 K) (400 - 300)K (0.0095 m)3
Rac = = = 98,800
να 4.155 × 10-6 m 2 /s × 5.842 × 10-6 m 2 /s
The effective thermal conductivity is found from Eq. 9.59,

1/ 4
k eff ⎛ Pr ⎞
= 0.386 ⎜ ⎟ Ra1/
c
4
k ⎝ 0.861 + Pr ⎠
1/ 4
k eff ⎛ 0.711 ⎞
= 0.386 ⎜ ⎟ ( 98,800 )1/ 4 = 5.61.
k ⎝ 0.861 + 0.711 ⎠
Hence, the heat rate, Eq. (1), becomes
2 π × 5.61× 0.0293 W / m ⋅ K
q′ = ( 400 − 300 ) K = 463 W / m. <
An (125 /100 )
COMMENTS: Note that the heat loss by convection is nearly six times that for conduction.
Radiation transfer is likely to be important for this situation. The effect of nitrogen pressure is to
decrease ν which in turn increases RaL; that is, free convection heat transfer will increase with
increase in pressure.
PROBLEM 9.105
KNOWN: Diameters and temperatures of concentric spheres.
FIND: Rate at which stored nitrogen is vented.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Negligible radiation.

5
PROPERTIES: Liquid nitrogen (given): hfg = 2 × 10 J/kg; Table A-4, Helium ( T = (Ti + To)/2 =
-6 2 2
180K, 1 atm): ν = 51.3 × 10 m /s, k = 0.107 W/m⋅K, α = 76.2 × 10-6 m /s, Pr = 0.673, β = 0.00556
-1
K .
ANALYSIS: Performing an energy balance for a control surface about the liquid nitrogen, it follows
that
q = qconv = mh
fg .
From the Raithby and Hollands expressions for free convection between concentric spheres,
4πk eff ( Ti − To )
q conv =
(1/ ri ) − (1/ ro )
( Ras )
1/ 4
k eff = 0.74k ⎡⎣ Pr/ ( 0.861 + Pr ) ⎤⎦
1/ 4
(1/ri - 1/ro )4/3

where Ls = = 5.69 × 10-3 m
1/3
2 (ri -7/5 -7/5
+ ro ) 5/3
( ) ( )
3
gβ ( To − Ti ) L3s 9.8 m / s 2 0.00556K −1 ( 206 K ) 5.69 ×10−3 m
Ra s = = = 528
να
(51.3×10−6 m2 / s )( 76.2 ×10−6 m2 / s )
k eff = 0.74 ( 0.107 W / m ⋅ K ) ⎡⎣0.673 / ( 0.861 + 0.673) ⎤⎦ ( 528)1/ 4 = 0.309 W / m ⋅ K.
1/ 4
(0.309 W/m ⋅ K) × 4π (206 K)

Hence, q conv = = 4399 W
(1/0.5 m) - (1/0.55 m)
The rate at which nitrogen is lost from the system is therefore
= q conv / h fg = 4399 W / 2 ×105 J / kg = 0.022 kg / s.
m <
COMMENTS: The heat gain and mass loss are large. Helium should be replaced by a
noncondensing gas of smaller k, or the cavity should be evacuated.
PROBLEM 9.106
KNOWN: Dimensions of enclosure, surface temperatures, and properties of aqueous humor.
FIND: The ratio of the effective to the bulk thermal conductivity of the aqueous humor.
SCHEMATIC:
g Iris-lens
Ti = 37ºC
ri ri = 7 mm
Aqueous humor
ρ = 990 kg/m3
k = 0.58 W/m·K
ro
cp = 4.2 x 103 J/kg·K
Cornea μ = 7.1 x 10-4 N·s/m2
To = 34ºC β = 3.2 x 10-4 K-1
ro = 10 mm
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Constant properties, (2) Steady-state conditions, (3) Person is standing or
sitting vertically.
ANALYSIS: The kinematic viscosity is ν = μ/ρ = 7.1 × 10-4 N⋅s/m2/990 kg/m3 = 7.17 × 10-9
m2/s. The thermal diffusivity is α = k/ρc = 0.58 W/m⋅K/(990 kg/m3× 4.2 × 103 J/kg⋅K) = 139.5 ×
10-4 m2/s, while the Prandtl number is Pr = ν/α = (7.17 × 10-9 m2/s)/(139.5 × 10-4 m2/s) = 5.14.
The characteristic length for use in Equation 9.61 is
4/3
⎛1 1⎞ ⎛ 1 1 ⎞
4/3
⎜ − ⎟ ⎜ −3
− −3 ⎟
Ls = ⎝ ri ro ⎠ = ⎝ 7 × 10 m 10 × 10 m ⎠ = 506 × 10−6 m
( ) ( (7 × 10 )
5/ 3 −7 /5 5/ 3
2 1/ 3
ri−7 / 5 + ro−7 / 5 1/ 3
2 −3
m) −7 /5
+ (10 × 10 m) −3

gβ ( Ts − To ) L3s 9.8m / s2 × 3.2 × 10−4 K −1 × ( 37 − 34 ) °C × (506 × 10−6 m)3
Ra s = = = 12.2
ν ⋅α 7.17 × 10−9 m 2 / s × 139.5 × 10−4 m 2 / s
The ratio of the effective thermal conductivity to bulk thermal conductivity is

1/ 4 1/ 4
k eff ⎛ Pr ⎞ ⎛ 5.14 ⎞
= 0.74 ⎜ ⎟ s = 0.74 × ⎜
Ra1/ 4
⎟ × (12.2)1/ 4 = 1.33 <
k ⎝ 0.861 + Pr ⎠ ⎝ 0.861 + 5.14 ⎠
Since keff/k > 1, we conclude that free convection does occur in the aqueous humor.
Comments: (1). The velocity of the aqueous humor could be estimated by performing a detailed
simulation using a CFD (computational fluid dynamics) tool. (2) Fluid motion is upward near the
iris and downward adjacent to the cornea when the person is standing or sitting vertically.
PROBLEM 9.107
KNOWN: Cross flow over a cylinder with prescribed surface temperature and free stream conditions.
FIND: Whether free convection will be significant if the fluid is water or air.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Constant properties, (2) Combined free and forced heat transfer.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-6, Water (Tf = (T∞ + Ts)/2 = 300K): ν = µ vf = 855 × 10 N⋅s/m × 1.003
-3 3 -7 2 -6 -1
× 10 m /kg = 8.576 × 10 m /s, β = 276.1 × 10 K ; Table A-4, Air (300K, 1 atm): ν = 15.89 ×
-6 2 -3 -1
10 m /s, β = 1/Tf = 3.333 × 10 K .
ANALYSIS: Following the discussion of Section 9.9, the general criterion for delineating the relative
2
significance of free and forced convection depends upon the value of Gr/Re . If free convection is
significant.
GrD / Re2D ≥ 1 (1)
where GrD = g β ( T∞ − Ts ) D3 / ν 2 and Re D = VD / ν . (2,3)
(a) When the surrounding fluid is water, find
( )
2
GrD = 9.8 m / s 2 × 276.1×10−6 K −1 ( 35 − 20 ) K ( 0.05m ) / 8.576 × 10−7 m 2 / s
3
= 6.90 × 106
Re D = 0.05 m / s × 0.05m / 8.576 × 10−7 m 2 / s = 2915

2 = 6.90 × 106 / 29152 = 0.812.
GrD / Re D <
2
We conclude that since GrD / Re D ≈ 1, free and forced convection are of comparable magnitude.
(b) When the surrounding fluid is air, find
( )
2
GrD = 9.8 m / s 2 × 3.333 × 10−3 K −1 ( 35 − 20 ) K ( 0.05m ) / 15.89 × 10−6 m 2 / s
3
= 242,558
ReD = 0.05 m / s × 0.05m /15.89 ×10−6 m 2 / s = 157
GrD / Re2D = 242,558 /1572 = 9.8. <

We conclude that, since GrD / Re 2D >> 1, free convection dominates the heat transfer process.
COMMENTS: Note also that for the air flow situation, surface radiation exchange is likely to be
significant.
PROBLEM 9.108
KNOWN: Parallel air flow over a uniform temperature, heated vertical plate; the effect of free
convection on the heat transfer coefficient will be 5% when GrL / Re 2L = 0.08.
FIND: Minimum vertical velocity required of air flow such that free convection effects will be less
than 5% of the heat rate.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Criterion for combined free-forced convection
determined from experimental results.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 315K, 1 atm): ν = 17.40 × 10 m /s, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: To delineate flow regimes, according to Section 9.9, the general criterion for
predominately forced convection is that
GrL / Re2L << 1. (1)
From experimental results, when GrL / Re 2L ≈ 0.08, free convection will be equal to 5% of the total
heat rate.
For the vertical plate using Eq. 9.12,
g β ( T1 − T2 ) L3 9.8 m / s 2 × 1/ 315K × ( 60 − 25 ) K × ( 0.3m )

3
GrL = = = 9.711× 107. (2)
ν2
( )
2
17.40 × 10−6 m 2 / s
For the vertical plate with forced convection,

u L u ∞ ( 0.3m )
ReL = ∞ = = 1.724 × 104 u ∞ . (3)
ν 17.4 ×10−6 m 2 / s
By combining Eqs. (2) and (3),
GrL 9.711×107
= = 0.08
Re2L ⎡1.724 ×104 u ⎤
2
⎢⎣ ∞ ⎥⎦
find that
u ∞ = 2.02 m / s. <
That is, when u∞ ≥ 2.02 m/s, free convection effects will not exceed 5% of the total heat rate.
PROBLEM 9.109
KNOWN: Vertical array of circuit boards 0.15m high with maximum allowable uniform surface
temperature for prescribed ambient air temperature.
FIND: Allowable electrical power dissipation per board, q′ [ W / m ] , for these cooling arrangements:
(a) Free convection only, (b) Air flow downward at 0.6 m/s, (c) Air flow upward at 0.3 m/s, and (d)
Air flow upward or downward at 5 m/s.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Uniform surface temperature, (2) Board horizontal spacing sufficient that
boundary layers don’t interfere, (3) Ambient air behaves as quiescent medium, (4) Perfect gas
behavior.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 ≈ 315K, 1 atm): ν = 17.40 × 10 m /s, k = 0.0274
-6 2
W/m⋅K, α = 24.7 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.705, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: (a) For free convection only, the allowable electrical power dissipation rate is
q′ = h L ( 2L )( Ts − T∞ ) (1)
where hL is estimated using the appropriate correlation for free convection from a vertical plate. Find
the Rayleigh number,
g β ∆T L3 9.8m / s (1/ 315K )( 60 − 25 ) K ( 0.150m )
2 3
Ra L = = = 8.551×106. (2)
να −6 2 17.4 ×10 −6 2
m / s × 24.7 ×10 m /s
9
Since Ra L < 10 , the flow is laminar. With Eq. 9.27 find
⎛ ⎡ 6 ⎤1/ 4 ⎞
⎜ 0.670 ⎣8.551× 10 ⎦ ⎟
0.670 Ra1/ 4
= 0.68 + ⎝ ⎠ = 28.47
hL L
Nu L = = 0.68 + (3)
k 4 / 9 4 /9
⎡1 + ( 0.492 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎡1 + ( 0.492 / 0.705 )9 /16 ⎤
⎣⎢ ⎥⎦ ⎣⎢ ⎦⎥
h L = ( 0.0274 W / m ⋅ K / 0.150m ) × 28.47 = 5.20 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
Hence, the allowable electrical power dissipation rate is,
( )(
q′ = 5.20 W / m2 ⋅ K 2 × 0.150m 60 − 25 °C = 54.6 W / m. ) <
(b) With downward velocity V = 0.6 m/s, the possibility of mixed forced-free convection must be
considered. With ReL = VL/ν, find
( GrL / Re2L ) = ⎛⎜⎝ RaPrL / Re2L ⎞⎟⎠ (4)
( GrL / Re2L ) = (8.551×106 / 0.705) / ( 0.6 m / s × 0.150m /17.40 ×10−6 m2 / s) = 0.453.

2
Continued …..
( )
Since GrL / Re 2L ~ 1, flow is mixed and the average heat transfer coefficient may be found from a
correlating equation of the form
n
Nu = Nu nF ± Nu nN (5)
where n = 3 for the vertical plate geometry and the minus sign is appropriate since the natural
convection (N) flow opposes the forced convection (F) flow. For the forced convection flow, ReL =
5172 and the flow is laminar; using Eq. 7.31,
Nu F = 0.664 Re1/ ( ) ( )
2 1/ 3 = 0.664 5172 1/ 2 0.705 1/ 3 = 42.50.
L Pr (6)
Using Nu N = 28.47 from Eq. (3), Eq. (5) now becomes
3
⎛ hL ⎞
⎟ = ( 42.50 ) − ( 28.47 )
3 3 3
Nu = ⎜ Nu = 37.72
⎝ k ⎠
⎛ 0.0274 W / m ⋅ K ⎞ 2
h =⎜ ⎟ × 37.72 = 6.89 W / m ⋅ K.
⎝ 0.150m ⎠
Substituting for h into the rate equation, Eq. (1), the allowable power dissipation with a downward
velocity of 0.6 m/s is
( )(
q′ = 6.89 W / m 2 ⋅ K 2 × 0.150m 60 − 25 °C = 72.3 W / m. ) <
(c) With an upward velocity V = 0.3 m/s, the positive sign of Eq. (5) applies since the N-flow is
assisting the F-flow. For forced convection, find
(
Re L = VL / ν = 0.3 m / s × 0.150m / 17.40 × 10−6 m 2 / s = 2586. )
The flow is again laminar, hence Eq. (6) is appropriate.
Nu F = 0.664 ( 2586 ) ( 0.705 )
1/ 2 1/ 3
= 30.05.
From Eq. (5), with the positive sign, and Nu N from Eq. (4),
Nu = ( 30.05 ) + ( 28.47 )
3 3 3
or Nu = 36.88 and h = 6.74 W / m 2 ⋅ K.
From Eq. (1), the allowable power dissipation with an upward velocity of 0.3 m/s is
( )(
q′ = 6.74 W / m2 ⋅ K 2 × 0.150m 60 − 25 °C = 70.7 W / m. ) <
(d) With a forced convection velocity V = 5 m/s, very likely forced convection will dominate. Check
( )
by evaluating whether GrL / Re 2L << 1 where ReL = VL/ν = 5 m/s × 0.150m/(17.40 × 10 m /s) =
-6 2
43,103. Hence,
( GrL / Re2L ) = ⎛⎜⎝ RaPrL / Re2L ⎞⎟⎠ = (8.551×106 / 0.705) / 43,1032 = 0.007.
The flow is not mixed, but pure forced convection. Using Eq. (6), find
h = ( 0.0274 W / m ⋅ K / 0.150m ) 0.664 ( 43,103) ( 0.705)
1/ 2 1/ 3
= 22.4 W / m 2 ⋅ K
and the allowable dissipation rate is
q′ = 22.4 W / m 2 ⋅ K 2 × 0.150m ( ) ( 60 − 25) °C = 235 W / m. <
COMMENTS: Be sure to compare dissipation rates to see relative importance of mixed flow
conditions.
PROBLEM 9.110
KNOWN: Horizontal pipe passing hot oil used to heat water.
FIND: Effect of water flow direction on the heat rate.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Uniform pipe surface temperature, (2) Constant properties.

-7 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-6, Water (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 ≈ 335K): ν = µf vf = 4.625 × 10 m /s, k =
-7 2 -6 -1
0.656 W/m⋅K, α = k vf/cp = 1.595 × 10 m /s, Pr = 2.88, β = 535.5 × 10 K ; Table A-6, Water (T∞
-7 2
= 310K): ν = µf νf = 6.999 × 10 m /s, k = 0.028 W/m⋅K, Pr = 4.62; Table A-6, Water (Ts = 358K):
Pr = 2.07
ANALYSIS: The rate equation for the flow situations is of the form
q′ = h (π D ) ( Ts − T∞ ) .
2
To determine whether mixed flow conditions are present, evaluate GrD / Re D . ( )
9.8 m / s 2 × 535.5 × 10−6 K −1 ( 85 − 37 ) K ( 0.100m )
3
g β∆T D3
GrD = = = 1.178 × 109
( 4.625 ×10−7 m2 / s )
2 2
ν
Re D = VD / ν = 0.5 m / s × 0.100m / 6.999 × 10−7 m 2 / s = 7.144 × 104.
( 2
It follows that GrD / Re D )
= 0.231; since this ratio is of order unity, the flow condition is mixed. Using
n n n
Eq. 9.64, Nu = Nu F ± Nu N and for the three flow arrangements,
(a) Transverse flow: (b) Opposing flow: (c) Assisting flow:
4 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3
Nu = Nu F + Nu N Nu = Nu F − Nu N Nu = Nu F + Nu N
For natural convection from the cylinder, use Eq. 9.34 with Ra = Gr⋅Pr.
( )
2 2
⎧ ⎫ ⎧ 9
1/ 6 ⎫
⎪ 0.387 Ra D
1/ 6
⎪ ⎪ 0.387 1.178 × 10 × 2.88 ⎪
Nu N = ⎨0.60 + ⎬ = ⎨0.60 + ⎬ = 201.2
8 / 27 8 / 27
⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / Pr )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪ ⎪ ⎡1 + ( 0.559 / 2.88 )9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎭ ⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎭
For forced convection in cross flow over the cylinder, from Table 7-4 use
D Pr ( Pr/ Prs )
1/ 4
Nu F = C Re m n
( )
0.6
Nu F = 0.26 7.144 × 104 ( 4.62 )0.37 ( 4.62 / 2.07 )1/ 4 = 457.5
Continued …..
where n = 0.37 since Pr ≤ 10. The results of the calculations are tabulated.
Flow Nu (
h W / m2 ⋅ K ) q′ × 10−4 ( W / m )
(a) Transverse 461.7 3029 4.57

(b) Opposing 444.1 2913 4.39
(c) Assisting 470.1 3083 4.65
COMMENTS: Note that the flow direction has a minor effect (<6%) for these conditions.
PROBLEM 9.111
KNOWN: Plate dimensions and initial temperature. Velocity and temperature of air in parallel
flow over plates.
FIND: Initial rate of heat transfer from plate. Initial rate of change of plate temperature. Graph
of the free, forced and mixed convection heat transfer coefficients over the range 2 ≤ u∞ ≤ 10 m/s.
SCHEMATIC:
T∞ = 20°C
u∞ = 10 m/s
δ = 6 mm L=1m
T∞ = 20°C
u∞ = 10 m/s
q q
Ti = 300°C L=1m
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Negligible radiation, (2) Negligible effect of conveyor velocity on

boundary layer development, (3) Lumped capacitance behavior, (4) Negligible heat transfer from
sides of plate.
PROPERTIES: Table A.1, AISI 1010 steel (T = 573 K): kp = 49.2 W/m⋅K, c = 549 J/kg⋅K, ρ =
7832 kg/m3. Table A.4, air: (p = 1 atm, Tf = 433 K): k = 0.0361 W/m⋅K, ν = 30.4 × 10-6 m2/s, α =
4.417 × 10-5 m2/s, Pr = 0.688.
ANALYSIS: The initial rate of heat transfer from the plate is
q i = 2hAs (Ti − T∞ ) = 2hL(Ti = T∞ )
With ReL = u∞L/ν = 10m/s × 1m/30.4 × 10-6m2/s = 3.29 × 105, the forced convection is laminar.
Therefore, Nu L = Nu F = 0.664 Re1/ 2
L Pr
1/ 3
= 0.664 × (3.29 × 105 )1/ 2 × (0.688)1/ 3 = 336 . With RaL
= gβ(Ti - T∞)L3/να = 9.8m/s2 × (1/433 K) × (300 – 20)°C × (1 m)3/(30.4 × 10-6 m2/s × 4.417 × 10-5
m2/s) = 4.72 × 109, The Churchill and Chu correlation yields
2 2
⎧ ⎫ ⎧ ⎫
⎪ 0.387Ra1/ 6 ⎪ ⎪ 0.387(4.72 × 109 )1/ 6 ⎪
Nu L = Nu N = ⎨0.825 + 8/ 27 ⎬ = ⎨0.825 + 8/ 27 ⎬ = 198
⎪ ⎡1 + (0.492 / Pr)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪ ⎪ ⎡1 + (0.492 / 0.688)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎭ ⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎭
Continued…
( )
1/ 3
Since the forced and free convection induced flows are transverse, Nu = Nu 3F + Nu 3N =
(3363+1983) = 357. Hence, h = Nuk / L = 357 × 0.0361W / m ⋅ K /1m = 12.9W / m 2 ⋅ K and
qi = 2 × 12.9 W/m2⋅K × (1m)2 × (300 – 20)°C = 7224 W <

Performing an energy balance at an instant in time for the plate, − E out = E st , we obtain
dT
ρδL2c = − h2L2 (Ti − T∞ )
dt i
or
dT 2 × 12.9W / m 2 ⋅ K × (300 − 20)°C

=
dt i 7832kg / m 3 × 0.006m × 549J / kg ⋅ K
= −0.28°C / s <
The heat transfer coefficient may be evaluated over the velocity range 2 ≤ u∞ ≤ 10 /ms, yielding
Convection Coefficient vs. Air Velociy
14
12
h (W/m^2-K)
10
4
2 4 6 8 10
Air Velocity (m/s)
Mixed (Top)
Free (Middle)
Forced (Horizontal)
COMMENTS: (1) The Grashof number is GrL = RaL/Pr = 4.72 × 109/0.688 = 6.86 × 109. For
the u∞ = 10 m/s case, GrL/ Re2L = 6.86 × 109/(3.29 × 105)2 = 0.063 <<1. We therefore expect free
convection effects to be minor. (2) At u∞ ≈ 3.5 m/s the value of the free convection coefficient
exceeds that of the forced convection coefficient. Free convection effects dominate at lower air
forced velocities. (3) The Reynolds number, ReL, is smaller than the transition Reynolds number
(Rex,c = 5 × 105) while the Rayleigh number, RaL, exceeds the value associated with transition to
turbulent flow (Rax,c ≈ 109). This implies that flow conditions are very complex and the estimates
of heat transfer rates are, at best, approximate. (4) At very low air forced velocities the plate
motion will likely affect the boundary layer development. (5) The Biot number is Bi = h δ/kp =
12.9 W/m2⋅K × 0.006 m/49.2 W/m⋅K = 0.0016 and the lumped capacitance approximation is
valid.
PROBLEM 9.112
KNOWN: Horizontal square panel removed from an oven and cooled in quiescent or moving air.
FIND: Initial convection heat rates for both methods of cooling.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Quasi-steady state conditions, (2) Backside of plates insulated, (3) Air flow is
in the length-wise (not diagonal) direction, (4) Constant properties, (5) Radiative exchange negligible.
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PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf = (T∞ + Ts)/2 = 350K, 1 atm): ν = 20.92 × 10 m /s, k = 0.030
-6 2
W/m⋅K, α = 29.9 × 10 m /s, Pr = 0.700, β = 1/Tf.
ANALYSIS: The initial heat transfer rate from the plates by convection is given by the rate equation
q = h As ( Ts − T∞ ) . Test for the existence of combined free-forced convection by calculation of the
ratio GrL / Re 2L . Use the same characteristic length in both parameters, L = 250mm, the side length.
g β ∆T L3 9.8m / s (1/ 350K )(125 − 29 ) K ( 0.250m )

2 3
GrL = = = 9.597 × 107
( 20.92 ×10 m / s )
ν 2 −6 2 2
Re L = u ∞ L / ν = 0.5m / s × 0.250m / ( 20.92 × 10−6 m 2 / s ) = 5.975 × 103.
7
Since GrL / Re 2L = 2.69 flow is mixed. For the stationary plate, RaL = GrL ⋅ Pr = 6.718 × 10 and Eq.
9.31 is the appropriate correlation,
Nu N =
hL
k
= 0.15 Ra1/L (
3 = 0.15 6.718 × 107 1/ 3 = 60.9
)
h = ( 0.030 W / m ⋅ K / 0.250m ) × 60.9 = 7.31W / m 2 ⋅ K.
q = 7.31W / m 2 ⋅ K × ( 0.250m ) (125 − 29 ) K = 43.9 W.

2
<
3
For the plate with moving air, ReL = 5.975 × 10 and the flow is laminar.
( )
1/ 2
Nu F = 0.664 Re1/ 2 1/ 3 = 0.664 5.975 × 103
L Pr ( 0.700 )1/ 3 = 45.6.
For combined free-forced convection, use the correlating equation with n = 7/2.
7/2
= Nu F + Nu N = ( 45.6 )
7/2 7/2
+ ( 60.9 )
7/2 7/2
Nu Nu = 66.5.
h = Nu k / L = 66.5 ( 0.030 W / m ⋅ K / 0.25m ) = 7.99 W / m2 ⋅ K
q = 7.99 W / m 2 ⋅ K ( 0.250m ) (125 − 29 ) K = 47.9 W.

2
<
COMMENTS: (1) The conveyor method provides only slight enhancement of heat transfer.
PROBLEM 9.113
KNOWN: Wet garment at 25°C hanging in a room with still, dry air at 40°C.
FIND: Drying rate per unit width of garment.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Analogy between heat and mass transfer applies, (2) Water vapor at garment
surface is saturated at Ts, (3) Perfect gas behavior of vapor and air.
-6 2
PROPERTIES: Table A-4, Air (Tf ≈ (Ts + T∞)/2 = 305K, 1 atm): ν = 16.39 × 10 m /s; Table A-6,
3
Water vapor (Ts = 298K, 1 atm): pA,s = 0.0317 bar, ρA,s = 1/vf = 0.02660 kg/m ; Table A-8, Air-
-4 2
water vapor (305 K): DAB = 0.27 × 10 m /s, Sc = ν/DAB = 0.607.
ANALYSIS: The drying rate per unit width of the garment is
(
′A = h m ⋅ L ρ A,s − ρ A,∞
m )
where h m is the mass transfer coefficient associated with a vertical surface that models the garment.
From the heat and mass transfer analogy, Eq. 9.24 with C and n from Section 9.6.1 yields
Sh L = 0.59 ( GrL Sc )
1/ 4
3 2
where GrL = g∆ρL /ρν and ∆ρ = ρs - ρ∞. Since the still air is dry, ρ∞ = ρB,∞ = pB,∞/RB T∞, where
-2 3 3
RB = ℜ / MB = 8.314 × 10 m ⋅bar/kmol⋅K/29 kg/kmol = 0.00287 m ⋅bar/kg⋅K. With pB,∞ = 1 atm =
1.0133 bar,
1.0133 bar
ρ∞ = = 1.1280 kg / m3
3
0.00287 m ⋅ bar / kg ⋅ K × 313 K
The density of the air/vapor mixture at the surface is ρs = ρA,s +ρB,s. With pB,s = 1 atm – pA,s =
1.0133 bar – 0.0317 bar = 0.9816 bar,
p B,s 0.9816 bar
ρ B,s = = = 1.1477 kg / m3
R B Ts
(
0.00287 m3 ⋅ bar / kg ⋅ K × 298 K )
3 3 3
Hence, ρs = (0.0266 + 1.1477) kg/m = 1.1743 kg/m and ρ = (ρs + ρ∞)/2 = 1.1512 kg/m . The
Grashof number is then
9.8 m / s 2 × (1.1743 − 1.1280 ) kg / m3 (1 m )
3
GrL = = 1.467 × 109
( )
3 −6 2 2
1.1512 kg / m × 16.39 × 10 m /s
8
and (GrL Sc) = 8.905 × 10 . The convection coefficient is then
0.27 ×10−4 m 2 / s
( )
D 1/ 4
h m = AB Sh L = × 0.59 8.905 × 108 = 0.00275 m / s
L 1m
The drying rate is then
′A = 2.750 ×10−3 m / s ×1.0m ( 0.0226 − 0 ) kg / m3 = 6.21× 10−5 kg / s ⋅ m.
m <
COMMENTS: Since ρs > ρ∞, the buoyancy driven flow descends along the garment.
PROBLEM 9.114
KNOWN: A water bath maintained at a uniform temperature of 37°C with top surface exposed to
draft-free air and uniform temperature walls in a laboratory.
FIND: (a) The heat loss from the surface of the bath by radiation exchange with the surroundings; (b)
Calculate the Grashof number using Eq. 9.65 with a characteristic length L that is appropriate for the
exposed surface of the water bath; (c) Estimate the free convection heat transfer coefficient using the
result for GrL obtained in part (b); (d) Invoke the heat-mass analogy and use an appropriate correlation
to estimate the mass transfer coefficient using GrL; calculate the water evaporation rate on a daily
basis and the heat loss by evaporation; and (e) Calculate the total heat loss from the surface and
compare relative contributions of the sensible, latent and radiative effects. Review assumptions made
in your analysis, especially those relating to the heat-mass analogy.
SCHEMATIC:
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions, (2) Laboratory air is quiescent, (3) Laboratory walls
are isothermal and large compared to water bath exposed surface, (4) Emissivity of the water surface is
0.96, (5) Heat-mass analogy is applicable, and (6) Constant properties.
3
PROPERTIES: Table A-6, Water vapor (T∞ = 293 K): ρA,∞,sat = 0.01693 kg/m ; (Ts = 310 K):
3 6
ρA,s = 0.04361 kg/m , hfg = 2.414 × 10 J/kg; Table A-4, Air (T∞ = 293 K, 1 atm): ρB,∞ = 1.194
3 3 -5
kg/m ; (Ts = 310 K, 1 atm): ρB,s = 1.128 kg/m ; (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 = 302 K, 1 atm): νB = 1.604 × 10
2
m /s, k = 0.0270 W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.706; Table A-8, Water vapor-air (Tf = 302 K, 1 atm): DAB = 0.24 ×
-4 2 3/2 -5 2
10 m /s (302/298) = 2.45 × 10 m /s.
ANALYSIS: (a) Using the linearized form of the radiation exchange rate equation, the heat rate and
radiation coefficient can be estimated.
2
( ) (1)
( )
h rad = 0.96σ ( 310 + 298 ) 3102 + 2982 K 3 = 6.12 W / m 2 ⋅ K <
q rad = h rad As ( Ts − Tsur ) (2)
q rad = 6.12 W / m2 ⋅ K × ( 0.25 × 0.50 ) m 2 × ( 37 − 25 ) K = 9.18 W

(b) The general form of the Grashof number, Eq. 9.65, applied to natural convection flows driven by
concentration gradients
GrL = g ( ρ∞ − ρs ) L3 / ρν 2 (3)
where L is the characteristic length defined in Eq. 9.29 as L = As/P, where As and P are the exposed
surface area and perimeter, respectively; ρs and ρ∞ are the density of the mixture at the surface and in
the quiescent fluid, respectively; and, ρ is the mean boundary layer density, (ρ∞ + ρs)/2, and ν is the
kinematic viscosity of fluid B, evaluated at the film temperature Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2. Using the property
values from above,
Continued …..
ρs = ρ A,s + ρ B,s = ( 0.04361 + 1.128) kg / m3 = 1.1716 kg / m3

ρ∞ = ρ A,∞ + ρ B,∞ = φ∞ ρ A,∞,sat + ρ B,∞
ρ∞ = ( 0.6 × 0.01693 + 1.194 ) kg / m3 = 1.2042 kg / m3
ρ = ( ρs + ρ∞ ) / 2 = 1.188 kg / m3
Substituting numerical values in Eq. (3), find the Grashof number.
9.8 m / s 2 (1.2042 − 1.1716 ) kg / m3 × ( 0.0833 m )

3
GrL =
( )
2
1.188 kg / m3 1.604 × 10−5 m 2 / s
GrL = 6.040 × 105 <

where the characteristic length is defined by Eq. 9.29,
L = As / P = ( 0.25 × 0.5 ) m2 / 2 ( 0.25 + 0.50 ) m = 0.0833 m

(c) The free convection heat transfer coefficient for the horizontal surface, Eq. 9.30, for upper surface
of heated plate, is estimated as follows:
Ra L = GrL PrL = 6.040 × 105 × 0.706 = 4.264 × 105
hL
Nu L = = 0.54 Ra1/
L
4 = 13.80
k
h = 13.80 × 0.0270 W / m ⋅ K / 0.0833 m = 4.47 W / m 2 ⋅ K <

(d) Invoking the heat-mass analogy, the mass transfer coefficient is estimated as follows,
Ra L,m = GrLSc = 6.040 × 105 × 0.655 = 3.954 × 105
where the Schmidt number is given as
Sc = ν / D AB = 1.604 × 10−5 m 2 / s / 2.45 × 10−5 m 2 / s = 0.655

The correlation has the form
h L
Sh L = m = 0.54 Ra1/
L,m
4 = 13.54
D AB
h m = 13.54 × 2.45 × 10−5 m 2 / s / 0.0833 m = 0.00398 m / s <

The water evaporation rate on a daily basis is
(
n A = h m As ρ A,sat − ρ A,∞ )
n A = 0.00398 m / s ( 0.25 × 0.50 ) m2 ( 0.04361 − 0.6 × 0.01693) kg / m3
Continued …..
n A = 1.66 × 10−5 kg / s = 1.44 kg / day <

and the heat loss by evaporation is
q evap = n A h fg = 1.66 × 10−5 kg / s × 2.414 × 106 J / kg = 40.2 W <

(e) The convective heat loss is that of free convection,
qcv = hAs ( Ts − T∞ )
qcv = 4.47 W / m2 × ( 0.25 × 0.50 ) m2 ( 37 − 20 ) K = 9.50 W <

In summary, the total heat loss from the surface of the bath, which must be supplied as electrical
power to the bath heaters, is
q tot = q rad + qcv + qevap
q tot = ( 9.18 + 9.50 + 40.2 ) W = 59 W <

The sensible heat losses are by convection (qrad + qcv), which represent 31% of the total; the balance
is the latent loss by evaporation, 68%.
PROBLEM 9.115
KNOWN: Diameter and surface temperature of lake. Temperature and relative humidity of air.
Surroundings temperature.
FIND: Heat loss from lake by radiation, free convection, and evaporation. Justify use of heat transfer
correlation outside of RaL range.
SCHEMATIC: Surroundings, Tsur = 285 K
Air
Ts = 30°C
T∞ = 23°C
φ = 0.80
lake
D = 4 km
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Steady-state conditions. (2) Negligible breeze. (3) Heat-mass transfer analogy
is applicable. (4) Heat transfer correlation can be used outside of RaL range.
PROPERTIES: Table A-6, Water vapor (T∞ = 296 K): ρA,∞,sat = 0.02025 kg/m3; (Ts = 303 K): ρA,s =
0.02985 kg/m3, hfg = 2.431 × 106 J/kg; Table A-4, Air (T∞ = 296 K, 1 atm): ρB,∞ = 1.180 kg/m3; (Ts =
303 K, 1 atm): ρB,s = 1.151 kg/m3; (Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2 ≈ 300 K, 1 atm): νB = 1.589 × 10-5 m2/s, k =
0.0263 W/m⋅K, Pr = 0.707; Table A-8, Water vapor-air (Tf ≈ 300 K, 1 atm): DAB = 0.26 × 10-4 m2/s
(300/298)3/2 = 2.63 × 10-5 m2/s; Table A-11, Water (Ts ≈ 300 K): ε = 0.96.
ANALYSIS: The radiation heat transfer can be calculated from

q rad = εσ As Ts4 − Tsur
4
( ) (1)
= 0.96 × 5.67 × 10−8 W/m 2 ⋅ K 4 ×

π (4000 m)2
4 ( )
× 3034 − 2854 K 4 = 1253 MW <
The natural convection above the lake surface is driven by the combination of temperature and
concentration gradient. The general form of the Grashof number, Equation 9.65, is
GrL = g (ρ∞ − ρs ) L3 / ρν2 (2)
where L is the characteristic length defined in Eq. 9.29 as L = As/P, where As and P are the exposed
surface area and perimeter, respectively; ρs and ρ∞ are the density of the mixture at the surface and in
the quiescent fluid, respectively; ρ is the mean boundary layer density, (ρ∞ + ρs)/2; and ν is the
kinematic viscosity of the mixture (approximated here as the value for pure air), evaluated at the film
temperature Tf = (Ts + T∞)/2. Using the property values from above,
ρs = ρA,s + ρ B,s = ( 0.02985 + 1.151) kg / m3 = 1.181 kg / m3
ρ∞ = ρ A,∞ + ρ B,∞ = φ∞ρ A,∞,sat + ρ B,∞
ρ∞ = ( 0.8 × 0.02025 + 1.180 ) kg / m3 = 1.196 kg / m3
ρ = (ρs + ρ∞ ) / 2 = 1.189 kg / m3
⎛ π(4000)2 ⎞ 2
L = As / P = ⎜ ⎟ m / π(4000) m = 1000 m
⎜ 4 ⎟
⎝ ⎠
Substituting numerical values in Equation (2) for the Grashof number,
Continued…
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9.8 m / s 2 (1.196 − 1.181) kg / m3 × (1000 m )

3
GrL = = 5.01× 1017
( )
2
1.189 kg / m3 1.589 × 10−5 m 2 / s
Then Ra L = GrL Pr = 5.01× 1017 × 0.707 = 3.54 × 1017 <

The free convection heat transfer coefficient for the upper surface of a hot plate is given by Equation
9.31, but the Rayleigh number is larger than the upper limit specified for this correlation. However,
since RaL is raised to the 1/3 power, this correlation yields a heat transfer coefficient which is
independent of L. Therefore it is reasonable to expect that the heat transfer coefficient calculated by
this correlation is valid even though RaL is outside the range. Proceeding,
hL
Nu L = = 0.15 Ra1/ 3
L = 1.06 × 10
5
k
h = 1.06 ×105 × 0.0263 W / m ⋅ K /1000 m = 2.79 W / m 2 ⋅ K
qcv = hAs ( Ts − T∞ )
⎛ π(4000)2 ⎞ 2
qcv = 2.79 W / m2 × ⎜ ⎟ m ( 30 − 23) K = 246 MW <
⎜ 4 ⎟
⎝ ⎠
Invoking the heat-mass analogy, the mass transfer coefficient is estimated as follows,
Ra L,m = GrLSc = 5.01× 1017 × 0.604 = 3.03 ×1017
where the Schmidt number is given as

Sc = ν / D AB = 1.589 × 10−5 m 2 / s / 2.63 × 10−5 m 2 / s = 0.604
The correlation has the form

h L
Sh L = m = 0.15 Ra1/
L,m
3 = 1.01× 105
D AB
h m = 1.01× 105 × 2.63 × 10−5 m 2 / s /1000 m = 2.65 × 10−3 m / s
The water evaporation rate on a daily basis is

(
n A = h m As ρ A,sat − ρ A,∞ )
( )
n A = 2.65 × 10−3 m / s × π 40002 / 4 m 2 ( 0.02985 − 0.8 × 0.02025) kg / m3
n A = 4.54 × 102 kg / s = 3.93 × 107 kg / day
and the heat loss by evaporation is

q evap = n A h fg = 4.54 × 102 kg / s × 2.431× 106 J / kg = 1105 MW <
In summary, the total heat loss from the surface of the lake, which determines the rate at which the
lake can be used to cool the condenser, is
q tot = q rad + qcv + qevap = 1253 MW + 246 MW + 1105 MW = 2604 MW <
COMMENTS: The sensible heat losses are by convection (qrad + qcv), which represent 58% of the
total; the balance is the latent loss by evaporation, 42%.
PROBLEM 9.116
KNOWN: Fuel cell cathode dimensions, oxygen mass fraction in the ambient and adjacent to
the cathode, orientation of cathode, relationship between oxygen transfer rate and electrical
current.
FIND: Maximum possible electrical current produced by the fuel cell.
SCHEMATIC: Fuel cell

L = 120 mm nA
Air
mA,∞ = 0.233
A: Oxygen
B: Nitrogen
L = 120 mm nA
L = 120 mm
L = 120 mm
Case A: Vertical Cathode Case B: Horizontal Cathode
ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Ideal gas behavior, (2) Isothermal conditions, (3) Thermophysical
properties of species B are those of air, except for the mass density.
PROPERTIES: Table A.4, air: (p = 1 atm, Tf = 298 K): ν = 1.571 × 10-5 m2/s, Table A.8,
oxygen in air: DAB = 0.21 × 10-4 m2/s.
ANALYSIS: The molecular weights of oxygen (A) and nitrogen (B) are MA = 32 kg/kmol and
MB = 28 kg/kmol, respectively. The mole fraction of A in the ambient is xA,∞ = (mA,∞/MA)/[mA,∞/
MA + (1 – mA,∞)/ MB] = (0.233/32 kg/kmol/[0.233/32 kg/kmol + (1 – 0.233)/28 kg/kmol] = 0.210.
Therefore, xB,∞ = 1 – 0.210 = 0.790. The molecular weight of the ambient gas is M∞ = xA,∞
MA+(1-xA,∞)MB = 0.210 × 32 kg/kmol + (1 – 0.210) × 28 kg/kmol = 28.84 kg/mol. The gas
constant of the ambient is R∞ = R/M∞ = 8.315 kJ/kmol⋅K/28.84 kg/kmol = 288.3 × 10-3 kJ/kg⋅K.
The mole fraction of A at the surface is xA,s = (mA,s/MA)/[mA,s/MA + (1 – mA,s)/MB] = (0.10/32

kg/kmol)/[0.1/32 kg/kmol + (1-0.1)/28kg/kmol] = 0.089. Therefore, xB,s = 1 – 0.089 = 0.911. The
molecular weight of the gas at the surface is Ms = xA,sMA + (1 - xA,s)MB = 0.089 × 32 kg/kmol + (1
– 0.089) × 28 kg/kmol = 28.36 kg/kmol. The gas constant of the fluid at the surface is Rs = R/Ms
= 8.315 kJ/kmol⋅K/28.36 kg/kmol = 293.2 × 10-3 kJ/kg⋅K.
The ambient gas density is
p 1.0133 × 105 N / m 2
ρ∞ = = × 0.001kJ / J = 1.1794kg / m 3
R ∞T 288.3 × 10−3 kJ / kg ⋅ K × (25 + 273)K
The surface gas density is

Continued…
p 1.0133 × 105 N / m 2
ρs = = −
× 0.001kJ / J = 1.1597kg / m3
R sT 293.2 × 10 kJ / kg ⋅ K × (25 + 273)K
3
The average gas density is ρ = (1.1794 kg/m3 + 1.1597 kg/m3)/2 = 1.1696 kg/m3.
Case a: Vertical Cathode. The Rayleigh number is
Ra L = GrLSc = ⎡ g (ρs − ρ∞ ) L3 / ρν 2 ⎤ × [ν / D AB ]
⎣ ⎦
9.8m / s2 × (1.1597 − 1.1794)kg / m3 × (0.12m)3
= = 865 × 103
1.1696kg / m3 × 1.571 × 10−5 m2 / s × 0.21 × 10−4 m 2 / s
and the Schmidt number is Sc = ν/DAB = 1.571 × 10-5 m2/s/0.21 × 10-4 m2/s = 0.748. The heat and
mass transfer analogy may be applied to the Churchill and Chu correlation to yield
2
⎧ ⎫
D AB ⎪ 0.387Ra1/ 6
⎪
h m,L = ⎨0.825 +
L
8/ 27 ⎬
L ⎪ ⎡1 + (0.492 / Sc)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎭
2
−4
⎧ ⎫
0.21 × 10 m / s ⎪ 2
0.387 × (865 × 103 )1/ 6 ⎪
= × ⎨0.825 + 8/ 27 ⎬
= 0.0028m / s
0.12m ⎪ ⎡1 + (0.492 / 0.748)9 /16 ⎤ ⎪
⎩ ⎣ ⎦ ⎭
The mass transfer rate is
n A = h m,L As (ρ A,s − ρ A,∞ ) = 0.0028m / s × (0.12m)2 × (1.1597kg / m3 × 0.1 − 1.1794kg / m3 × 0.233)

= −6.4 × 10−6 kg / s
The negative sign implies oxygen transfer to the cathode. The electric current is
4 × 6.4 × 10−6 kg / s × 96489coulombs / mol × 1000mol / kmol

I = 4nAF/MA =
32kg / kmol
= 77A <
Case b: Horizontal, Upward Facing Cathode. Since ρs < ρ∞, the analogous situation is the upper
surface of a hot plate. The characteristic length is L = As/P = L2/4L = L/4 = 0.12 m/4 = 0.03 m.
9.8m / s2 × (1.1597 − 1.1794)kg / m3 × (0.03m)3

Ra L = = 13500
1.1696kg / m3 × 1.571 × 10−5 m 2 / s × 0.21 × 10−4 m 2 / s
Continued…
From Equation 9.30,
Sh L = 0.54 × (13500)1/ 4 = 5.82 and h L = Sh L D AB / L = 5.82 × 0.21 × 10−4 m 2 / s / 0.03m = 0.0041m / s
Hence, the mass transfer rate is
n A = 0.0041m / s × (0.12m)2 × (1.1597kg / m3 × 0.1 − 1.1794kg / m3 × 0.233) = −9.38 × 10−6 kg / s
and the electric current is
4 × 9.38 × 10−6 kg / s × 96489coulombs / mol × 1000mol / kmol

I=
32kg / kmol
= 102A <
COMMENTS: Although the analysis is approximate because of the assumption of isothermal

conditions, the fuel cell performance is clearly dependent upon its orientation.

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PROBLEM 9.

The density change with temperature at constant pressure can be estimated as

Substituting numerical values, find

ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Perfect gas behavior for specified gases.

ANALYSIS: With Nu L ~ R a n , the convection coefficient may be expressed as

The figure of merit is therefore

and for the three fluids, with n = 0.33 and α = ν / Pr ,

KNOWN: Temperature and pressure of air in a free convection application.

FIND: Figure of merit for T = 27°C and P = 1, 10 and 100 bar.

ANALYSIS: With Nu L ∼ Ra n , the convection coefficient may be expressed as

p = 1 bar = 1 × 105 N/m2 p = 10 bar p = 100 bar

β = 1/300 K-1 β = 1/300 K-1 β = 1/300 K-1

⎛ 1.0133 ⎞ ⎛ 1.0133 ⎞ ⎛ 1.0133 ⎞

0.0263 W/m ⋅ K × (1/300K)0.33

ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Thermophysical properties independent of temperature; evaluate at 300K; (2)

2ν 1/2 2 × 20.92 ×10−6 m 2 / s ⎛ 3⎞

and the minimum separation is

d = 2 ybl = 2 × 6.3 mm = 12.6 mm. <

and the rate is q = 2 N h ( H ⋅ L ) ( Ts − T∞ ) .

h = k Nu H / H = 0.0282 W/m ⋅ K ( 30 ) / 0.15 m = 5.6 W/m 2 ⋅ K

q = 2 (10 ) 5.6 W/m 2 ⋅ K ( 0.15m × 0.02m ) ( 350 − 300 ) K = 16.8 W. <

ASSUMPTIONS: (a) Wall is at a uniform temperature, (b) Room air is quiescent.

gβ ( Ts − T∞ ) L3 9.8 m/s 2 (1/ 400 K ) ∆T ⋅ L3

Combining Eqs. (1) and (2),

n = 0.0338 W/m ⋅ K C 2.422 ×107 ∆TL3 n .

PROPERTIES: Table A.1, Aluminum alloy 2024 T = ( Ti + Tf ( ) 2 ≈ 400 K ) : ρ = 2770 kg/m3, cp =

where As V = 2L2 ( L × L × w ) = 2 w = 400m −1 . The temperature-time histories for the h = CΔT1/4

Constant coefficient, ho = 6.83 W/m^2.K

(b) To evaluate (dT/dt), estimate h L . First, find the Rayleigh number,

9.8 m s 2 (1 400 K )( 227 − 27 ) K × ( 0.3m )

Eq. 9.27 is appropriate; substituting numerical values, find

h L = Nu L k L = 55.5 × 0.0338 W m ⋅ K 0.3m = 6.25 W m 2 ⋅ K

− h L ( 2As )( Ts − T∞ ) − ε ( 2As ) σ Ts4 − Tsur (

where Ts and T∞ are the same for both situations. Hence,

Using Eq. 9.24 with C = 0.1 and n = 1/3,

Vertical cylinder in water:

Using Eq. 9.24 with C = 0.1 and n = 1/3,

q = q conv + q rad = W × L ⎡ h ( T∞ − Ts ) + εσ Tsur

q = 1m 2 ⎡3.9 W / m 2 ⋅ K (18K ) + 0.90 × 5.67 × 10−8 W / m 2 ⋅ K 4 2914 − 2734 ⎤

Substituting numerical values in the correlation expressions, find

Ra L = 1.084 ×1010 Nu L = 258.9 h L = 3.6 W / m2 ⋅ K

q loss = (1× 1.8 ) m 2 ⎡3.6 W / m 2 ⋅ K (15 K ) + 0.940 σ 2884 − 2734 K 4 ⎤

cost = 0.43 $/day <

where Eq. 9.26 may be used to evaluate hi and h o

ASSUMPTIONS: (1) Plate is spacewise isothermal as it cools (lumped capacitance approximation),

ANALYSIS: (a) The initial rate of heat transfer is q i = h A s ( Ti − T∞ ) , where A s ≈ 2 L2 = 2 m 2 .

Hence, qi = 7.16 W / m 2 ⋅ K × 2m 2 × 280°C = 4010 W <

Plate temperature, T(C)

The time for the plate to cool to 100°C is

Hot process fluid temperature, Tinfh (C)

SCHEMATIC: Tsur = 25°C

ANALYSIS: (a) The Rayleigh number is

gβ∆TL3 9.8m / s2 × (1/ 303K) × 10°C × (1m)3

P = E g = q conv + q rad = hA(Ts − T∞ ) + ε Aσ (Ts4 − Tsur

Thus, the convection coefficient is

h = Nu L k / L = 117.6 × 0.02652W / m ⋅ K /1m = 3.12W / m2 ⋅ K

Hence, Equation 2 is written

P = 2 × (1m × 2m) × 3.12W / m 2 ⋅ K × (35 − 25)°C

Ra L = 1.71 × 109 , Nu L = 144.9, h = 3.906W / m2 ⋅ K,Ts = 319.5K = 46.5°C <

P = E g = q conv + q rad = hA(Ts − T∞ ) + ε Aσ (Ts4 − Tsur