In this paper a comparison is made between an approximate analytical solution and the numerical finite difference solution for the one dimensional solidification of a phase change material of finite size. The analytical model is not only capable of handling materials with a fixed melting temperature but is also extended to cope with materials with a transition range. In the approximate analytical model, use is made of the well known Neumann solution for the solidification in a semi-infinite region. A characteristic dimensionless time has been derived that can be used in a simplified description of the solidification of a phase-change material. With this description the testing of latent heat storage devices can be simplified and the results can also be used in simulation programs of solar energy installations with a latent heat storage.
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A Characteristic Dimensionless Time in Phase Change Problems
G. C. J. Bart,
G. C. J. Bart
Delft University of Technology, Applied Physics Department, 2600 GA Delft, The Netherlands
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C. J. Hoogendoorn,
C. J. Hoogendoorn
Delft University of Technology, Applied Physics Department, 2600 GA Delft, The Netherlands
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P. B. J. Schaareman
P. B. J. Schaareman
Delft University of Technology, Applied Physics Department, 2600 GA Delft, The Netherlands
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G. C. J. Bart
Delft University of Technology, Applied Physics Department, 2600 GA Delft, The Netherlands
C. J. Hoogendoorn
Delft University of Technology, Applied Physics Department, 2600 GA Delft, The Netherlands
P. B. J. Schaareman
Delft University of Technology, Applied Physics Department, 2600 GA Delft, The Netherlands
J. Sol. Energy Eng. Nov 1986, 108(4): 310-315 (6 pages)
Published Online: November 1, 1986
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November 1, 1985
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November 11, 2009
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Bart, G. C. J., Hoogendoorn, C. J., and Schaareman, P. B. J. (November 1, 1986). "A Characteristic Dimensionless Time in Phase Change Problems." ASME. J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1986; 108(4): 310–315. https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3268111
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