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[SP500]

How does the presence of a packed bed influence the heat transfer coefficient of a stream passing through it?

 

From my calculations, I am obtaining a significantly lower heat transfer coefficient than what I would obtain had the catalyst not be present. I cant determine if this is the way it should be.

 

If the packed bed has a very high  thermal conductivity, I can see how it could increase rather than decrease the heat transfer, however, because it alters the flow, maybe there is a trade of? I have very limited knowledge on the topic.

Edited by SP500, 05 March 2017 - 05:55 AM.

[Napo]

SP500,

 

Maybe, can you share your calculations or give the information for to do the calculations?

 

Napo.