MAXIMIZING 3-PHASE DIRECT-CONTACT HEAT-EXCHANGER OUTPUT

Findings that maximize output performance of three-phase spray columns show that dramatic increases in total heat transfer can be achieved. Results from simulations are presented that show whew the dispersed fl uid B introduced into the exchanger at or near its saturation temperat ure, increases of approximately a half order of magnitude are possible . In some cases, reversals in previously reported trends are found whe n direct-contact heat exchanger operating limits are expanded, sheddin g new light on possible optimization of direct contact heat exchanger design and output.