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Research Paper | Physics | Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026 | Pages: 332 - 334 | India
Thermal and Optical Performance of Metals in Industrial Heat Applications
Abstract: The thermal and optical performance of metals plays a vital role in industrial heat applications such as heat exchangers, furnaces, and thermal energy systems. Metals are widely used due to their high thermal conductivity, which enables efficient heat transfer, and their unique optical properties, including reflectivity and emissivity, which govern radiative heat exchange. Thermal conductivity in metals is primarily influenced by electron transport and lattice vibrations, affecting energy transfer efficiency across temperature ranges (Klemens & Williams, 1986). Optical properties such as emissivity and absorptivity depend on surface conditions, oxidation, and wavelength, significantly impacting radiative heat transfer in industrial environments (Calatroni, 2020). This paper investigates the relationship between thermal and optical properties of metals and evaluates their combined effect on industrial heat performance. The findings highlight the importance of material selection and surface engineering in improving energy efficiency and optimizing heat transfer systems.
Keywords: Thermal conductivity, emissivity, optical properties, metals, industrial heat applications, heat transfer
How to Cite?: Dr. Binay Kumar Singh, "Thermal and Optical Performance of Metals in Industrial Heat Applications", Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 332-334, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26505222644, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26505222644