ZERO EMISSION MECHANICAL SEAL WITH INTEGRAL MICRO-HEAT EXCHANGER

Project: Zero Emission Mechanical Seal with Integral Micro-heat Exchanger
Sponsor: US Department of Energy.
University: LSU, Mechanical Engineering
Principal Investigator: Professor Michael Khonsari
Graduate Student:
Contact Information: Professor Michael Khonsari

Implantation of an array of micro-heat exchangers beneath the surface of the stationary face of a mechanical seal to significantly improve its cooling, while eliminating the need for an external flush.
Anticipated benefits: 1) Dramatic reduction in seal interface temperature 2) No longer need to provide a seal flush for cooling 3) Improved reliability and performance along with reduced emissions 4) More uniform heat removal from the seal interface, resulting in improved long-term flatness