ABOUT
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The Multiphase Flow and Thermal Engineering Laboratory (MFTEL) at Inha University's Department of Mechanical Engineering is a vibrant hub dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of multi-phase flow and heat transfer. We aim to harness these fundamental principles to develop groundbreaking solutions for diverse engineering challenges, particularly those paving the way for a carbon-neutral future.

Unveiling the Secrets of Flow and Heat: At MFTEL, we are driven by a relentless pursuit of knowledge. We delve into the complex interactions between fluids, phases, and heat through meticulous experimentation and cutting-edge analysis. 

Paving the Path to a Sustainable Future: Our research transcends the confines of mere academic exploration. We are driven by a profound commitment to tackling the pressing challenges of our time, particularly those related to sustainable development and environmental stewardship. 

Collaboration and Partnership: We believe progress thrives on collaboration. We actively engage with researchers, academics, and industry partners worldwide to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and tackle challenges.

Join Us in Shaping the Future: If you want to share our passion for unraveling heat transfer and harnessing their power to build a sustainable future, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. MFTEL offers a dynamic and stimulating environment where your curiosity and expertise can flourish. ​

MEMBERS

Prof. Il Woong Park

Career
 - Assistant professor, Inha University (2022-)
 - Research Assistant Professor, Seoul National University (2022)
 - Research Professor, Jeju National University (2018-2021) 

Education
 - Ph. D. Norwegian University of Science and Technology (2014-2018)
 - M. S. Seoul National University (2011-2013)
 - B. S. Seoul National University (2008-2011)
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Jun Beom Song
Ph.D. student
#Thermal energy storage
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Hyeon Geun Shin
Ph.D. student
#Two-phase flow instability
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Hyun Jin Yong
Ph.D. student 
#Acoustofluidics #Boiling
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Sang Min Song
Ph.D. student 
#Condensation #Oxidation​
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Jae Hyeok Yang 
Ph.D. student
#Thermal-hydraulic system code
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Yun Seok Choi
M.S. student
#Boiling
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Sung Jin Kim
M.S. student 
#Boiling #Thermal energy storage
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Sung Min Yang
M.S. student 
#CFD #Optimization
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Kyeong Ju Ko
M.S. student
#Thermal energy storage
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Chaeyeon Kim
Undergraduate student
#Two-phase flow instability 
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Jeong Ho Lee
Undergraduate student 
#Boiling 
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RESEARCH

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PUBLICATIONS

  • Google Scholar Link

  • 20. Yun Seok Choi, Sung Jin Kim, Il Woong Park*, Hyun Sun Park, Yeon-Gun Lee, "Experimental investigation on the influence of copper foam characteristics on pool boiling heat transfer," International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer, 159, 108318, 2024. Link
  • 19. Il Woong Park, Jia Yu, Sang Min Song, Yeon-Gun Lee, "Characteristics of Hydrogen Distribution Under Steam Condensation in an Enclosed Vessel: Steady and Transient States Tests," International Journal of Energy Research, 2023, 8876673, 2023. Link
  • 18.  Il Woong Park, Jonas M. Ribe, Maria Fernandino, Carlos Alberto Dorao, “The criterion of the Cassie–Baxter and Wenzel wetting modes and the effect of elastic substrates on it", Advanced Materials Interfaces, 2202439, 2023. Link *Cover
  • 17. Yeon-Gun Lee, Il Woong Park, " Numerical evaluation of coolability limits of external reactor vessel cooling using an improved thermal-hydraulic system analysis code," International Journal of Energy Research, 2023, 2375012, 2023. Link
  • 16. Il Woong Park, Si-Hyeok Yang, Yeon-gun Lee, “Degradation of condensation heat transfer on vertical cylinder by light noncondensable gas mixed with air-steam mixtures,” International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer, 130, 105779, 2022. Link
  • 15. Min Seop Song, Il Woong Park, Eung Soo Kim, Yeon-Gun Lee, “Numerical study on thermal-hydraulics of external reactor vessel cooling in high-power reactor using MARS-KS1.5 code: CFD-aided estimation of natural circulation flow rate,” Nuclear Engineering and Technology, 54, 72, 2022. Link
    14. Il Woong Park, In Yeop Kang, Jia Yu, Yeon-Gun Lee, “Bubble lift-off diameter of lifting-off and ejecting bubbles in subcooled flow boiling,” International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer, 129, 105727, 2021. Link
  • 13. Il Woong Park*, In Yeop Kang, Hyeon Jin Yong, “Flow boiling instability induced by the coexistence of ejecting and sliding bubbles in subcooled flow boiling,” International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 179, 121711, 2021. Link
  • 12. Il Woong Park, Si-Hyeok Yang, Yeon-gun Lee, “Effect of light gas on condensation heat transfer of steam–air mixture and gas stratification,” International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 179, 121716, 2021. Link
  • 11. Il Woong Park, Sin Kim, Yeon-Gun Lee, “The profiles of the local void fraction close to the heated wall in the subcooled flow boiling,” International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 151, 119438, 2020. Link
  • 10. Yeon-GunLee, Il Woong Park, Ji-Woong Yoo, Sin Kim, “Measurement of multi-dimensional distribution of local bubble parameters in a vertical annulus under subcooled boiling conditions,” International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 140, 992, 2019. Link
  • 9. Tomasz Muszyński, Rafał Andrzejczyk, Il Wong Park, Carlos Alberto Dorao, “Heat transfer and pressure drop characteristics of the silicone-based plate heat exchanger,” Archives of Thermodynamics, 40.1, 2019. Link
  • 8. Il Woong Park, Maria Fernandino, Carlos Alberto Dorao, “Wetting state transitions over hierarchical conical microstructures,” Advanced Materials Interfaces, 5.5, 1701039, 2018. Link  *Cover
  • 7. Il Woong Park, Jeongrim Ryu, Maria Fernandino, Carlos Alberto Dorao, “Can flow oscillations during flow boiling deteriorate the heat transfer coefficient?”
  • Applied Physics Letters, 113.15, 154102, 2018. Link
  • 6. Il Woong Park, Maria Fernandino, Carlos Alberto Dorao, “On the occurrence of superimposed density wave oscillations on pressure drop oscillations and the influence of a compressible volume,” AIP Advances, 8.7, 075022, 2018. Link
  • 5. Il Woong Park, Maria Fernandino, Carlos Alberto Dorao, “Experimental study on the characteristics of pressure drop oscillations and their interaction with short-period oscillation in a horizontal tube,” International Journal of Refrigeration, 91, 246, 2018. Link
  • 4. Yeon-Gun Lee, Il Woong Park, Dong-Won Lee, Goon-Cherl Park, Eung-Soo Kim, “Reduction of circulation power for helium-cooled fusion reactor blanket using additive CO2 gas,” Fusion Engineering and Design, 100, 436, 2015. Link
  • 3. Jeong-Hun Lee, Il Woong Park, Geon-Woo Kim, Goon-Cherl Park, Hyoung-Kyu Cho, Ki hak Im, “Thermal-hydraulic analysis of water cooled breeding blanket of K-DEMO using MARS-KS code,” Fusion Engineering and Design, 98, 1741, 2015. Link
  • 2. Su-Jong Yoon, Min-Seop Song, Il Woong Park, Dong-Won Lee, Goon-Cherl Park, Eung-Soo Kim, “Assessment of COMSOL capability to analyze thermal-hydraulic characteristics of Korean helium cooled test blanket,” Fusion Engineering and Design, 88, 9, 2013. Link
  • 1. Yeon-Gun Lee, Il Woong Park, Goon-Cherl Park, “SBLOCA and LOFW experiments in a scaled-down IET facility of rex-10 reactor,” Nuclear Engineering and Technology, 45, 347, 2013. Link​
PROJECTS

  • (2023 - 2025, PI) "Development of Direct Contact Latent Heat Storage System," National Research Foundation of Korea. 
  • (2023 - 2025, PI) "Identification of Two-Phase Flow Instabilities in Multi-Channel System," National Research Foundation of Korea. 
  • (2023, PI) "Control of wettability and enhancement of phase-change heat transfer by microstructures," ROK-Nordic R&D Cooperation Program, National Research Foundation of Korea. 
  • (2022 - 2029, Co-PI) "Validation of core safety issues in response to strengthening technical criteria and development of technology to improve core safety in multiple failure accident," National Research Foundation of Korea.
  • (2018 - 2021, PI) “Improvement of wall boiling model based on boiling experiment with a controlled surface in microscale,” National Research Foundation of Korea.
LECTURE

  • Thermodynamics 1, Heat transfer, Numerical analysis, Experiments in Mechanical Engineering B, Phase-change heat transfer, Heat transfer in two-phase flow
GALLERY

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2023. 12. 
Seminar with Dr. Donghoi Kim from SINTEF Energy Research, Norway
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2023. 10. 
GPPS Hong Kong 23
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2023. 11.  
Yun Seok Choi (Best Paper Award) / WORTH-10 in Jeju 
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2023. 07. 
Seminar with Dr. Seokki Moon from Aker Solutions, Norway
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2023. 07. 
KSFM in Pyeongchang
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2023. 04. 
ICMF in Kobe, Japan
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2023. 04. 
KSME Thermal Engineering Division in Busan
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2023. 01.
Lab seminar​
2023. 02. 
Talk with professors at Inha Univ.
CONTACT

Contact

+82 (0) 32-860-7335
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Email

ilwoongpark@inha.ac.kr
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Address

2N687, 100, Inha-ro, Michuhol-gu, Incheon, Republic of Korea