The study focuses on the Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation of auxiliary fluid flow in a flywheel brake test bench, with a particular emphasis on analyzing the heat exchange processes within the liquid flow cooling device. The primary objective is to evaluate the performance of cooling device in terms of thermal regulation and heat dissipation. Peltier modules are utilized as power elements to cool the medium, which facilitates heat transfer from one side of the cell to the other without relying on moving or noisy components. This results in a quiet, vibration-free cooling process, which is especially beneficial for sensitive applications where minimizing noise and vibrations is crucial. The Peltier modules offer relatively simple power regulation through voltage control components, allowing for flexible adjustment of the cooling output across a wide temperature range. This feature is significant in ensuring that the cooling device can efficiently manage varying thermal loads under different operational conditions. Additionally, The CFD simulation provides detailed insights into the fluid dynamics within the cooling system. Furthermore, the analysis investigates the role of the cooling system’s design in optimizing the performance of the brake test bench, considering factors such as thermal load distribution and cooling capacity. The findings are essential for improving the efficiency and reliability of cooling devices.
Adamkovič et al. (Thu,) studied this question.