A New Parameter Estimation Method for DSC Thermodynamic Property Evaluation - Part II: Runge-Kutta Implementation and Numerical

A lumped heat transfer model and parameter estimation technique are proposed for determining key parameters associated with a heat flux Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC). The development of a mathematical algorithm utilizing this model and technique is illustrated in Part I of this two-part paper. In Part II, a computational algorithm which has been constructed for the proposed method is presented. The algorithm uses a conventional fourthorder Runge-Kutta scheme to solve the necessary ordinary differential equations. Results from a numerical experiment are discussed. These results demonstrate the robust and accurate nature of the technique but also suggest areas of possible improvement for both computational efficiency and parameter resolution. Possible improvements include

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2003
• Where: MIC
• Authors: Gregory E. Osborne, Jay I. Frankel, Adrian S. Sabau
• Keywords: Algorithm, Control Systems, Lumped Heat Transfer, MIC 2003, Parameter Estimation Technique