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JeffD
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Given a system with known materials of known geometries, and an initial temperature profile, it seems relatively straight forward to calculate a final temperature profile. I assume there are computers that can do this for all kinds of arbitrary systems.
What about determining the temperatures over time. The decay of the "hot spots" and the rise of the cooler areas. Are there predetermined time constants for different materials? What assumptions about the materials are required (isomorphic in all directions?). Are these time constants empirical, or derived. How do they compare with "real world" experiences?
My background is in electric power. Thermo is not one of my strong subjects, so please be nice. :)
What about determining the temperatures over time. The decay of the "hot spots" and the rise of the cooler areas. Are there predetermined time constants for different materials? What assumptions about the materials are required (isomorphic in all directions?). Are these time constants empirical, or derived. How do they compare with "real world" experiences?
My background is in electric power. Thermo is not one of my strong subjects, so please be nice. :)