An adaptive, unstructured, finite-element, multi-material, thermal analysis

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Computational Grids, Conductive Heat Transfer, Finite Element Method, Grid Generation (Mathematics), Temperature Distribution, Thermal Analysis, High Resolution, Solid Propellant Rocket Engines, Temperature Effects, Temperature Gradients, Titan 4 Launch Vehicle

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An efficient method has been developed for obtaining a high-resolution temperature distribution of the transient heat conduction inside an arbitrary domain containing any number of anisotropic materials. The method combines an adaptive, unstructured, mesh generation technique and a finite-element analysis program for a multi-material thermal analysis. The technique allows easy generation of fine elements in a high-temperature gradient area and coarse elements in a low-temperature gradient area to enhance the quality of analysis results with minimum effort and cost. Continuity of finite-element mesh across the boundaries of multiple materials is precisely preserved. The thermal conduction inside an infinite cylinder and inside a two-layer slab is analyzed, and the results are compared to the exact solution to validate the solution procedure. Application of the method to investigate heat penetration in the Titan 4 Solid Rocket Motor Upgrade nozzle flexseal of a multi-material structure is demonstrated. Extension of the method to calculate thermal response of a Star-37S nozzle/exit cone insulation and supporting structure with complicated, multiple charring materials is discussed.

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