Development in Mini-Channel Heat Exchangers for Space Applications

• 25 Aug 2023

Recently, scientists from Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Khalifa University, UAE, achieved remarkable progress in advancing heat management for miniature electronic devices, particularly those used in space applications.

Key Points:

• Breakthrough in Heat Exchangers: The miniaturization of electronic components in space missions and consumer electronics leads to significant heat generation.
• Efficiency: High-performance computing processors can generate substantial power, resulting in heat loads that require efficient heat management.
• Objective: The IIT Madras research aims to enhance the performance of these heat exchangers by disrupting the smooth flow inside the mini-channels through plate electrodes.
• Wide Applications: The implications of this study extend to electronic thermal management, particularly in space technology.
• Intelligent Control: The design's electrically driven nature enables intelligent control and rapid response.
• The mechanism identified also holds promise for enhancing thin-film boiling and two-phase heat transfer systems.