Entropy minimization in Plate-fin heat exchanger using Cuckoo Algorithm
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One of the key stages in designing a heat exchanger is optimization process. The enhancement in thermal performance results in a rise in pressure drop and total annual costs. So, finding optimal dimensions of heat exchanger is a key stage in designing process. In this paper, optimization has been done based on entropy generation minimization, where Cuckoo Algorithm aided to reach better results. Three types of heat exchangers are designed for heat recovery system from a microturbine 180 KW. The optimization process showed a decrease in entropy generation number up to 23%. Although, after optimization process the pressure drops decrease between 8% to 17 %, based on the type of fins, the total volume of the heat exchanger increased. The results show the possibility of saving energy up to 21% using this method.
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