Thermal Transport in a Nanochamber Subject to Temperature Gradients Using Molecular Dynamics

Key Points

• This research aims to analyze heat transfer mechanisms in a nanocavity with temperature gradients.
• Utilized non-equilibrium molecular dynamics to study the fluid behavior within the nanocavity.
• Examined heat fluxes, temperature, and density profiles across hydrophobic and hydrophilic coatings.
• Introduced asymmetries in the system to assess thermal flux rectification capabilities.
• Identified distinct heat transfer mechanisms influenced by temperature gradients in the nanocavity.
• Demonstrated variations in thermal rectification based on the coatings used on the nanocavity's solid faces.
• Characterized the relationship between temperature gradients and heat flux behavior.