This discussion focuses on modeling ambient air around a thermoelectric module using COMSOL Multiphysics. The user, Chad, seeks guidance on simulating still air, which is straightforward, as opposed to convection, which presents more complexity. It is recommended to utilize the Heat Transfer module in COMSOL for this purpose. Additionally, the COMSOL Application Gallery provides valuable examples, including models for electronic chip cooling and natural convection cooling of circuit boards.
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Still air will be okay. Quite honestly, I am not so experienced with thermo to know how convecting air will behave differently. I l just need some blocks of air on the bottom of the TE and for the model to work and compile in a time dependent frame.DrClaude said:How complicated does the modelling of air need to be? Simulating still air is easy, convection not so much...