A mathematical model for condensation of bubbles injected through an orifice into subcooled water


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Buğutekin A., Yılmaz M., Kentli A., Isıkan M. O.

Energy Education Science And Technology Part A-Energy Science And Research, cilt.24, ss.151-171, 2010 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

Özet

In this investigation, a semi-empirical equation is developed to predict the collapse rate of steam

bubbles injected through an orifice into subcooled water. The equation considers both bubble

distortion and the heating of the liquid around the condensing bubble. The theoretical predictions

correlate experimental data reasonably well.