The importance of initial thermal condition for simulation of single vapor bubble condensation

An accurate mass transfer model is essential for the simulation of phase-change phenomena. However, there is no universal model to calculate the transferred mass during boiling or condensation yet. Among the existing models, the Fourier model seems promising. In this study, we investigate the limitation of this model via a comparison of the numerical results with the experimental data. Our study confirms the great importance of the initial thermal boundary layer prescription for a simulation of single bubble condensation.