Thermal and Fluid Science

Conduction & convection

Follow the physical idea, explore it visually, then connect it to the equations.

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What determines heat flow through a wall?

Apply steady one-dimensional conduction.

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How do layers share a temperature drop?

Use a thermal resistance network.

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How does the surrounding fluid change heat transfer?

Connect convection at a boundary to conduction through a wall.