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600burger
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Can someone point me to a website or book that explains why nuclear cooling stacks are shaped the way they are? (i.e. hyperboloid)
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Understanding the Design of Nuclear Cooling Stacks
In summary, a user asked for a resource explaining the shape of nuclear cooling stacks, also known as hyperboloids. Another user responded with a link to a Google search, explaining that cooling towers are used for plants with steam turbines and not all nuclear power plants use them. Some coal plants also use cooling towers.
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z4955
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I did a quick search and came up with this site:
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&lr=&q=nuclear+cooling+tower+shape
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&lr=&q=nuclear+cooling+tower+shape
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Cooling towers are for plants that use steam turbines. They don't have to use them. When they are used, less hot water is released to the local water system. Not all steam-turbine-driving nuclear power plants use cooling towers. Some coal plants use cooling towers.
images.google.com/images?q=coal%20%22cooling%20tower%22
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1. What is a cooling stack shape?
A cooling stack shape refers to the physical design or form of a cooling stack, which is a heat exchanger used to remove excess heat from a system or process. It can vary in size, shape, and material depending on the specific cooling needs.
2. How does the cooling stack shape affect cooling efficiency?
The shape of a cooling stack can greatly impact its efficiency. For example, a larger surface area and longer path for the cooling medium to travel can result in better heat transfer and thus, improved cooling efficiency. Additionally, certain shapes may be more conducive to optimal airflow and heat dissipation.
3. What are the different types of cooling stack shapes?
There are several different types of cooling stack shapes, including plate, shell-and-tube, and finned-tube. Plate cooling stacks consist of flat, thin plates with channels for the cooling medium to pass through. Shell-and-tube cooling stacks consist of a shell surrounding a bundle of tubes, and the medium flows through the tubes. Finned-tube cooling stacks have extended surfaces, or fins, to increase the surface area for heat transfer.
4. How do you determine the best cooling stack shape for a specific application?
The best cooling stack shape for a specific application depends on various factors, such as the amount of heat to be removed, the properties of the cooling medium, and the available space. It is important to consider all these factors and consult with a thermal engineer to determine the most suitable cooling stack shape for the desired cooling performance.
5. Can the cooling stack shape be customized?
Yes, cooling stack shapes can be customized to meet the specific needs and requirements of a particular application. This can include altering the dimensions, material, and design of the cooling stack to achieve the desired cooling efficiency and fit within the available space and budget constraints.
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