Multi-physics coupling in thermoacoustic devices: a review

Chen, G., Tang, L., Mace, B. and Yu, Z. (2021) Multi-physics coupling in thermoacoustic devices: a review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 146, 111170. (doi: 10.1016/j.rser.2021.111170)

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Abstract

Latest developments in thermoacoustic devices have demonstrated comparable power output and efficiency, but higher reliability and lower cost when compared to conventional low-grade heat recovery technologies. A good coupling between multiple physical fields plays a pivotal role in realizing these potentials. This article provides a comprehensive review of the multi-physics coupling effects, namely, thermal-acoustic coupling, acoustic-mechanical coupling and mechanical-electric coupling, inside thermoacoustic devices including thermoacoustic engines, thermoacoustic electric generators, thermoacoustically-driven refrigerators, etc. The basic principles, operating characteristics, design strategies and future prospects are discussed individually for each coupling effect. System-level design techniques and synthetic optimization methodologies in consideration of the multi-physics coupling effects are presented. This review work gives insights into the underlying mechanisms of various coupling effects in thermoacoustic devices and provides guidelines for improvements of modern thermoacoustic technologies for low-grade thermal energy recovery, refrigeration and electric power generation purposes.

Item Type:Articles
Additional Information:The authors are grateful for the Universitas 21 Doctoral Student Mobility Scholarship. Financial support from China Scholarship Council (no. 201608630046) and the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (no. 3203002101C3) is acknowledged.
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Yu, Professor Zhibin
Authors: Chen, G., Tang, L., Mace, B., and Yu, Z.
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Systems Power and Energy
Journal Name:Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews
Publisher:Elsevier
ISSN:1364-0321
ISSN (Online):1879-0690
Published Online:07 May 2021
Copyright Holders:Copyright © 2021 Elsevier Ltd.
First Published:First published in Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 146: 111170
Publisher Policy:Reproduced in accordance with the publisher copyright policy

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