Optimization of mesh screen for enhancing jet impingement heat transfer

Abstract

The variations of flow structure and heat transfer characteristics of impinging air jets with respect to mesh solidity are compared for two mesh screen locations at small nozzle-to-plate spacings. Results show that the uniform incoming flow structure produces higher heat transfer rates in the impingement region. The heat transfer enhancement largely depends on nozzle-to-plate spacing, mesh solidity, and jet Reynolds number. The mechanism of heat transfer enhancement is analyzed in light of the field synergy principle.