Abstract
In a vertical Bridgman crystal growth system, modeling of the transport processes is needed at three different levels. These three levels, namely, furnace heat transfer, transport and phase change dynamics inside the ampoule containing the melt, and interfacial characteristics at morphological scales, are addressed. Calculations were conducted for heat transfer and natural convection characteristics in encapsulating fluid between the heat source and the ampoule. Convection heat transfer and phase change results have been obtained using an Enthalpy based formulation for phase change. These calculations provide insights into the convection heat transfer characteristics associated with the vertical Bridgman configuration.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1-13 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| Journal | American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Heat Transfer Division, (Publication) HTD |
| Volume | 282 |
| Publication status | Published - 1994 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | Proceedings of the 1994 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition - Chicago, IL, USA Duration: 6 Nov 1994 → 11 Nov 1994 |