Vapor lock in heat pipe delayed or prevented. Modifications of wick prevent flow of vapor into, or formation of vapor in, liquid-return artery. Small pores of fine-grained sintered wick help to prevent formation of large bubbles. Slotted tube offers few nucleation sites for bubbles. Improves return of liquid in heat pipe.


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    Title :

    Vapor-Resistant Heat-Pipe Artery


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    Publication date :

    1991-06-01



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    Miscellaneous


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    Language :

    English


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