Optimizing heat transfer models for efficient coil cooling in Warehouse Management Systems
摘要
This study presents the development and validation of finite element models aimed at integrating thermal predictions with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for optimizing logistics operations. The research introduces both one- and two-dimensional heat transfer models, each tailored to specific operational needs. The one-dimensional model is designed for rapid calculations, making it suitable for integration into WMS, while the two-dimensional model provides more detailed insights required for model calibration and validation. These models account for the heat transfer between adjacent coils by estimating the effective ambient temperature based on the temperatures of neighboring coils. Validation against thermographic measurements confirmed the models’ accuracy and demonstrated the one-dimensional model’s suitability for real-time WMS applications. Future work will focus on enhancing the computational efficiency of these models through parallel processing, making them viable for full-scale warehouse simulations.