Heat Pipe Design and Technology

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Focusing on modern heat pipe engineering, this book delves into optimizing heat pipes for broader applications. It covers operational and design principles, alongside a review of heat and mass transfer theory essential for performance. The text explores high-heat flux applications, addressing challenges like non-uniform heat loading, limited airflow, and constraints on space and weight. Key issues such as load-balancing, materials characteristics, thermal resistance, and operating orientation are also thoroughly examined, making it a comprehensive resource for engineers.