Application of the holographic interferometry in transport phenomena studies

 This article provides an overview of all the experimental research studies in the field of heat and mass transfer by means of the holographic interferometry which were performed under the supervision of Professor Franz Mayinger during his professorship. The principle objective of this paper is to contribute to the knowledge base of the heat and mass transfer processes in various fields as well as to illustrate the capabilities of the holographic interferometry. Investigations of the heat transfer pattern in grooved channels and in various geometries of compact heat exchangers, drying processes of a dispersed, water-based varnish on paper, mixed convection in bent ducts, the growth and condensation of vapor bubbles in subcooled boiling and the simultaneous heat and mass transfer are presented. The results of all these studies demonstrate the successful application of the holographic interferometry and Professor Mayinger's highly valuable contribution in this area. Received on 11 April 2001