In cross-flow cooling towers,air flows horizontally across the direction of falling water, increasing surface contact and heat transfer efficiency for cooling.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
In a cross-flow cooling tower, the air is drawn into the tower horizontally, perpendicular to the direction of the falling water.
Hot water is distributed over the fill media from the top of the tower and flows vertically downwards.
The fill media is designed to maximize the contact surface area between the air and water, promoting efficient evaporation and heat transfer.
As the water flows through the fill, it comes into contact with the horizontal airflow, leading to evaporation and a reduction in water temperature.
Cross-flow cooling towers are known for their:
In contrast to cross-flow, counterflow towers have air flowing in the opposite direction of the falling water, which can also be an efficient cooling method.
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