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SF_17

 

 

 

Function SF_17 provides the shape factor ([m] or [ft]) for a circular disk that is completely buried in a semi-infinite medium.

 

Inputs:

 w = depth of disk below surface ([m] or [ft])

 d = diameter of disk ([m] or [ft])

 

Example:  SF =  SF_17(d, w)

 

Reference: Wong, H. (1977). Heat transfer for engineers. London: Longman Group Ltd. p. 24.

 

 

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