Developed a Python model to predict heat exchanger effectiveness for a silicon-carbide heat exchanger

Background

Saint-Gobain’s HeatCor project focuses on developing a silicon carbide heat exchanger to improve energy efficiency in industrial heating systems.  The HeatCor recuperator features a twisted-channel design that enhances heat transfer, enabling burner systems to achieve efficiencies exceeding 80%.

My Role

  • Developed a Python model to predict HeatCor effectiveness and energy savings for different geometries and operating conditions

  • Built a user-friendly Streamlit front end so engineers could interact with the model without coding

Learnings

  • How to work within a team environment and request important information about a project

  • How do both frontend and backend coding using Github

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