LONG RANGE INTERMOLECULAR FORCES IN CHANGE-OF-PHASE HEAT TRANSFER (1998 DONALD Q. KERN AWARD REVIEW)

摘要

The variation of long range intermolecular forces near interfaces profoundly affects the performance of change-of-phase heat exchangers. Starting with the fundamental electromagnetic force between molecules (dielectric properties), the effects of shape, temperature and concentration on the heat transfer characteristics and stability of thin films and larger systems are reviewed. A judicious selection of literature gives a consistent set of models of particular use in heat transfer. Examples of experimental verification in this rapidly developing field are also presented.