Using topology optimization and metal 3D printing to design ultra-compact, high-power heat exchangers

https://mechse.illinois.edu/news/41505

“We designed, fabricated and tested an optimized tube-in-tube heat exchanger... has about 20 times higher volumetric power density than a current state-of-the-art... compact and efficient heat exchangers are increasing in demand, particularly in industries where heat exchanger size and mass significantly impacts performance, range and costs”

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