Heat Transfer Rate of 2 Heating Coils on Aluminium Plate

In summary, the conversation discusses the heat transfer rate from two heating coils to an aluminium plate, with the assumption of no heat loss. The question asks whether the power of each coil should be added together or if it remains at just W. The conclusion is that in this case, with the given information, the power would be 2W. However, caution should be taken if the power is specified as "X Watts per square meter".
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Homework Statement



==================== <---- aluminium plate
⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁢⁢⁢⁠⁡⁡⁢⁢⁢...O .....O... <---- heat coil(O)

Given an aluminium plate put on 2 heating coil(O), assuming no heat loss, how much is the heat transfer rate from the coil to the plate?

Put the power of each coil as W.

The Attempt at a Solution



Series or parallel? Does the 2 power add up or it all ends up with just W?
 
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Hi exec. Is this a question that you made up?

If it's a question from a textbook, then I think you have abbreviated it too much; you have omitted some relevant details which we would otherwise have to make assumptions for. Can you post the complete question?

Also, you should be able to explain your line of reasoning that leads you to think the answer might be W.
 
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What he said. More detail required.

Meanwhile as written it's parallel so 2W.

However watch out for problems where the power from each coil is specified as "X Watts per square meter". Doubling the number of coils AND the area doesn't change the power density. It would still be "X Watts per square meter".
 

1. What is the heat transfer rate of the 2 heating coils on the aluminium plate?

The heat transfer rate of the 2 heating coils on the aluminium plate depends on several factors such as the temperature difference between the coils and the plate, the thermal conductivity of the plate, and the surface area of the plate in contact with the coils. It can be calculated using the formula: Q = kAΔT, where Q is the heat transfer rate, k is the thermal conductivity, A is the surface area, and ΔT is the temperature difference.

2. How does the type of heating coils affect the heat transfer rate?

The type of heating coils can have an impact on the heat transfer rate. Different types of coils have different thermal conductivities and surface areas, which can affect the amount of heat transferred to the aluminium plate. For example, a coil with a higher thermal conductivity and larger surface area will have a higher heat transfer rate compared to a coil with lower values.

3. Does the thickness of the aluminium plate affect the heat transfer rate?

Yes, the thickness of the aluminium plate can affect the heat transfer rate. Thicker plates have a higher thermal resistance, which means it takes longer for heat to transfer through the plate. This can result in a lower heat transfer rate compared to a thinner plate.

4. What is the role of the temperature difference between the coils and the plate in the heat transfer rate?

The temperature difference between the coils and the plate is a crucial factor in determining the heat transfer rate. The larger the temperature difference, the higher the heat transfer rate will be. This is because there is a greater driving force for heat to transfer from the hotter coils to the cooler plate.

5. How can I optimize the heat transfer rate for the 2 heating coils on the aluminium plate?

To optimize the heat transfer rate for the 2 heating coils on the aluminium plate, you can make adjustments to the temperature difference, thermal conductivity, and surface area. For example, increasing the temperature difference, using coils with higher thermal conductivities, and increasing the surface area of the plate in contact with the coils can all lead to a higher heat transfer rate. Experimentation and analysis of the system can also help identify ways to improve the heat transfer rate.

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