Table 4.
The merits of the MHPA [70].
| Merits | Description |
|---|---|
| High heat transfer capability | Micro grooves can improve the region of heat exchange, thereby, the heat transfer capability is able to be strengthened dramatically. |
| Strong confined ability | The clapboards within the micro-channel play an important reinforcement influence and significantly enhance the confinement ability of MHPA. |
| Good reliability | One damaged micro-channel does not affect other micro-channel operating as they are all operating independently. |
| Small contact thermal resistance | This structure could conquer the demerits of cylindrical heat pipe and significantly decreases thermal resistance among the interface. |
| Low cost | One-time extrusion aluminium material is applied in the MHPA, and its price is more cost-effective compared to copper pipes. |