Transport processes in boiling and two-phase systems

TLDR

The book is regarded as a definitive reference on two‑phase flow for reactor safety, detailing recent advances and noting rising interest driven by high‑pressure water nuclear reactors. The text examines the similarities and differences in the mechanisms of boiling and non‑boiling heat transfer, with each chapter beginning with an introduction and summary. The book presents current theories on boiling, two‑phase, and supercritical heat transfer, showing that boiling behavior is strongly influenced by overall system stability and dynamics.

Abstract

The book includes an appendix that describes advances made in two-phase flow as applicable to reactor safety code modeling. It is considered by many to be the definitive work in the field. Current theories on boiling and two-phase flow as well as supercritical heat transfer are presented. Also examined are the similarities and dissimilarities in the mechanism of the two modes of heat transfer. Research in two-phase has demonstrated that the behavior of boiling two-phase flow is highly affected by the stability and dynamics of the entire system. Interest in the study of dynamics of a boiling two-phase flow is increasing, possibly due to the increased interest in high pressure water nuclear reactors. Introductions and summaries are included for each chapter.