| 摘要 |
A counter-flow heat exchanger (10) with integral manifolds and passage which includes a plurality of loops (5aa-5af) with interiorareas interposed between a plurality of plates (1a-1d), the loops being regularly spaced to form loop columns (7a-7f) with the loops in fluid communication with one another. The spaces between the plates (1a-1d) and the loops (5aa-5af) form plate passages through which a first fluid flows and the spaces bounded by the loop interiors and the plates (1a-1d) form loop passages through which a second fluid flows. The plates and loops (5aa-5af) are constructed of material such as carbon/carbon composites or highly thermally conductive metals to facilitate heat transfer between the fluids. The geometry of the loops (5aa-5af) may be varied to provide a more turbulent flow for both fluids to further enhance heat transfer. Additionally, the plates (1a-1d) may form arcs so that a curved heat exchanger may be created, particularly applicable as a non-segmented heat exchanger for use around the circumference of a fan duct. |
