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The Heat Flux is the rate of thermal energy transfer per unit area, indicating how much heat is being transferred through a surface in a given time. Check FAQs
q=-kot(Tw2-Tw1)
q - Heat Flux?ko - Thermal Conductivity of Fin?t - Wall Thickness?Tw2 - Temperature of Wall 2?Tw1 - Temperature of Wall 1?

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77.7099Edit=-10.18Edit0.131Edit(299Edit-300Edit)
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One Dimensional Heat Flux Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
q=-kot(Tw2-Tw1)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
q=-10.18W/(m*K)0.131m(299K-300K)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
q=-10.180.131(299-300)
Next Step Evaluate
q=77.7099236641221W/m²
LAST Step Rounding Answer
q=77.7099W/m²

One Dimensional Heat Flux Formula Elements

Variables
Heat Flux
The Heat Flux is the rate of thermal energy transfer per unit area, indicating how much heat is being transferred through a surface in a given time.
Symbol: q
Measurement: Heat Flux DensityUnit: W/m²
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Thermal Conductivity of Fin
The Thermal Conductivity of Fin is a measure of a fin's ability to conduct heat, enhancing heat transfer efficiency in thermal systems.
Symbol: ko
Measurement: Thermal ConductivityUnit: W/(m*K)
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Wall Thickness
The Wall Thickness is the measurement of the distance between the inner and outer surfaces of a wall, impacting thermal insulation and structural integrity.
Symbol: t
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Temperature of Wall 2
The Temperature of Wall 2 is the thermal measurement of the second wall surface, reflecting its heat state in the context of conduction, convection, and radiation.
Symbol: Tw2
Measurement: TemperatureUnit: K
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Temperature of Wall 1
The Temperature of Wall 1 is the thermal state of the first wall in a heat transfer system, influencing energy flow through conduction, convection, and radiation.
Symbol: Tw1
Measurement: TemperatureUnit: K
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other Formulas to find Heat Flux

​Go Newton's Law of Cooling
q=ht(Tw-Tf)

Other formulas in Conduction, Convection and Radiation category

​Go Heat Flux
q=koTl
​Go Heat Transfer
Qc=TvdRth
​Go Heat Transfer According to Fourier's Law
Qc=-(koAsΔTL)
​Go Total Thermal Resistance for Conduction through Three Resistances in Series
Rse=R1+R2+R3

How to Evaluate One Dimensional Heat Flux?

One Dimensional Heat Flux evaluator uses Heat Flux = -Thermal Conductivity of Fin/Wall Thickness*(Temperature of Wall 2-Temperature of Wall 1) to evaluate the Heat Flux, One Dimensional Heat Flux formula is defined as a representation of the rate of heat transfer through a material in one direction, highlighting the relationship between thermal conductivity, temperature difference, and the distance over which heat flows. Heat Flux is denoted by q symbol.

How to evaluate One Dimensional Heat Flux using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for One Dimensional Heat Flux, enter Thermal Conductivity of Fin (ko), Wall Thickness (t), Temperature of Wall 2 (Tw2) & Temperature of Wall 1 (Tw1) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on One Dimensional Heat Flux

What is the formula to find One Dimensional Heat Flux?
The formula of One Dimensional Heat Flux is expressed as Heat Flux = -Thermal Conductivity of Fin/Wall Thickness*(Temperature of Wall 2-Temperature of Wall 1). Here is an example- 77.76929 = -10.18/0.131*(299-300).
How to calculate One Dimensional Heat Flux?
With Thermal Conductivity of Fin (ko), Wall Thickness (t), Temperature of Wall 2 (Tw2) & Temperature of Wall 1 (Tw1) we can find One Dimensional Heat Flux using the formula - Heat Flux = -Thermal Conductivity of Fin/Wall Thickness*(Temperature of Wall 2-Temperature of Wall 1).
What are the other ways to Calculate Heat Flux?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Heat Flux-
  • Heat Flux=Heat Transfer Coefficient*(Surface Temperature-Temperature of Characteristic Fluid)OpenImg
Can the One Dimensional Heat Flux be negative?
Yes, the One Dimensional Heat Flux, measured in Heat Flux Density can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure One Dimensional Heat Flux?
One Dimensional Heat Flux is usually measured using the Watt per Square Meter[W/m²] for Heat Flux Density. Kilowatt per Square Meter[W/m²], Watt per Square Centimeter[W/m²], Watt per Square Inch[W/m²] are the few other units in which One Dimensional Heat Flux can be measured.
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