Researchers at the Chalmers University of Technology used the transient plane source (TPS) method to propose a technique for testing layered materials of a low conductive core, coated in a highly conductive thin film. The accuracy of the method to evaluate isotropic materials was tested prior to testing the ability of the TPS to analyze layered materials. Value differences were noted between the simulated and the measured temperature increases of ...
Methane Hydrates have the potential to be a significant energy source as they contain large amounts of methane gas. Large reserves exist in deep sea sediments, and work is being performed to better understand physical characteristics of these sediments. In this article, artificial methane hydrate sediments were created by mixing synthesized hydrate powder with "Toyoura Standard Sand". The thermal conductivity of these samples were then investigated at both atmospheric and ...
This article delves into the depths of the transient plane source (TPS) method for measuring thermal conductivity. When dealing with insulative materials, thermal conductivity is one of the most important thermal properties, as it directly reflects the R-value – amount of heat-transfer resistance the insulation provides. This quick and accurate method was employed in this study to measure the thermal conductivity of insulation materials at room temperature, as well as other ...
