Research Progress and Application Review of Tesla Valve
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https://doi.org/10.54097/5kp9c886Keywords:
Tesla valve; structural parameters; performance research; application field; research prospect.Abstract
This paper systematically reviews 30 articles on Tesla valves, comprehensively elucidating the current research status of Tesla valves. Starting from their principles and structural characteristics, it provides a detailed analysis of how different structural parameters affect performance. It summarizes the application scenarios in multiple fields such as energy, chemical engineering, and thermal management, discusses existing issues in current research, and looks forward to future research directions. The aim is to provide a reference for further research and application of Tesla valves.
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