1. Establishing the fundamental laws
For notations and symbols, see end of article.
The observable macroscopic effect is an equalization of temperatures; however, if certain zones are maintained at constant temperatures by heat input (heat sources) or heat output (heat sinks), there is a continuous diffusion of heat from the hot region to the cold region. Hence the problem: having defined a material system in terms of its geometry and thermophysical characteristics, as well as any heat sources and interactions with the external environment, we now investigate the temperature field and its evolution over time.
1.1 General definitions
Heat flow through a surface (φ in W)
This is the amount of heat (Q in...
Exclusive to subscribers. 97% yet to be discovered!
Already subscribed? Log in!
Establishing the fundamental laws
Application: unidirectional conduction
Article included in this offer
"Physics of energy"
(
72 articles
)
Updated and enriched with articles validated by our scientific committees
A set of exclusive tools to complement the resources
Bibliography
General
Exclusive to subscribers. 97% yet to be discovered!
Already subscribed? Log in!
