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  • Heat Transfer
  • Fluid Dynamics
  • Materials Science

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  • Droplet boiling is crucial in industrial processes but limited by the Leidenfrost effect, which reduces cooling performance.
  • The Leidenfrost point (LP) marks the transition to vapor film formation, hindering efficient heat transfer.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To enhance droplet boiling performance by elevating the Leidenfrost point (LP).
  • To investigate the impact of a nano-micro hierarchical triple-passage architecture on boiling dynamics and heat transfer.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of a nano-micro hierarchical triple-passage architecture with a high aspect ratio.
  • Experimental analysis of droplet boiling behavior and heat transfer.
  • Theoretical modeling using a multi-force competition model.
  • Development of a physics-informed deep neural network for boiling prediction.

Main Results:

  • The novel architecture elevated the LP to 273°C, a 130°C increase compared to a copper surface (145°C).
  • Enhanced vapor and liquid spreading dynamics were observed, boosting heat transfer.
  • Lower droplet impact velocities were found to delay the LP by manipulating the impact pattern.

Conclusions:

  • The hierarchical architecture effectively suppresses the Leidenfrost effect and enhances heat transfer.
  • The study challenges conventional understanding of droplet impact dynamics and LP.
  • The developed models provide accurate prediction of droplet boiling behavior, aiding in device design.