Modes of Heat Transfer

Heat Transfer

This module explores the various ways heat transfer can occur, introducing conduction, convection and radiation. The associated equations are presented including Fourier’s law, the 1-D heat diffusion equation, Newton’s law of cooling, the lumped capacity solution, and Stefan-Boltzmann law. This module displays heat transfer concepts through images, MapleSim examples, and interactive components to reinforce understanding.

Keywords & Topics:
Heat transfer, introduction, thermal, conduction, convection, radiation, heat flux, Fourier’s law, Newton’s law of cooling, Stefan, Boltzmann, lumped capacity, Biot number, transport laws, black body, Wein’s law
Main Topic: Heat Transfer

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Maple Document
Explore the theory with textbook descriptions, live math, and interactive components. If you don’t have Maple, you can download the free Maple Player.

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MapleSim Models
Reinforce the concepts and visualize the physical behaviours of the system.

	Preview - Conduction through Two Materials
	Preview - Material Properties with Heat Transfer

Assessment Questions
Assess student understanding with a set of questions that you can use directly within Möbius Assessment, available from the Maplesoft spin-off company DigitalEd.

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