Matlab programming 24 hours

PROJECT #2

Solve the 3-dimensional, steady state heat transfer problem for a cartesian system either

numerically or analytically.

- If you use the numerical method, write a computer code using the finite difference method or

finite volume method. You can choose any languages, such as Fortran, C++, and MATLAB.

Apply your code to solve for the temperature distribution of a solid cuboid as shown below.

Explore at least 3 different combinations of thermal conductivity and heat transfer coefficient to

see if there is any difference for the temperature profile. Draw the temperature profile or

isothermal diagram.

- If you choose to solve it analytically, follow the approach introduced in Chapter 4, or other

reference books on Methods of Mathematical Physics.

Your report should include, but not limited to:

1) a description of the algorithm/method, 2) the code (numerical), or the derivation (analytically), 3) the grid size information, (if applicable) 4) the resultant temperature profile or isothermal diagram for 3 different k – h

combinations.

5) References.