Enhancing Microscale Thermal Management with Advanced Carbon Nanostructure Integration

This thesis investigates ways to improve cooling systems in advanced electronics by examining both passive methods, such as micro heat pipes, and active methods, like microchannel heat sinks. By integrating advanced materials, including graphene and carbon nanotubes, the study identifies optimal designs to boost heat transfer efficiency. It also balances critical goals, such as achieving maximum cooling performance while minimizing energy losses from entropy generation and pressure drops. The results highlight significant gains in cooling efficiency, offering valuable strategies for better thermal management in high-performance electronics and energy systems.