A Simplified Boundary Element Approach ForHeat Transfer In Aerospace Applications

A boundary element formulation using isoparametric quadratic elements is presented for coupling two-dimensional and axisymmetric zones for steady-state heat transfer applications. The two-dimensional and axisymmetric zones are governed by the modified Helmholtz and Laplace equations, respectively. Turbine jet engines and turo-machines are two applications where the coupling strategy can be used in the aerospace industry. Rotating machinery or disks are modeled as axisymmetric zones while extended surfaces such as fins or blades are considered two-dimensional. Two examples are presented to demonstrate the accuracy of the proposed coupling technique.