At its core, a heat exchanger allows for efficient energy transfer between two fluids without mixing them. The two fluids can be gases, liquids, or a combination of both. The primary objective is to heat one fluid while cooling the other, thus optimizing energy use and enhancing system performance. This thermodynamic exchange typically occurs through conduction, convection, and sometimes radiation, depending on the design and operating conditions.
This flexibility has given rise to creative uses of space, such as concealed pantries, built-in wardrobes, and partition walls that do not impede on the sense of openness in a home This flexibility has given rise to creative uses of space, such as concealed pantries, built-in wardrobes, and partition walls that do not impede on the sense of openness in a home