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SF_20

Function SF_20 provides the shape factor ([m] or [ft]) for conduction between two parallel disks of equal diameter that are buried in an infinite medium.

Inputs:

 D = diameter of disks ([m] or [ft])

 w = distance between disks ([m] or [ft])

Example:  SF =  SF_20(D, w)

Reference: Rolle, K. (2000). Heat and mass transfer. Columbus, Ohio: Prentice Hall. p.79.

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