Heat Transfer: Crash Course Engineering #14

The video explores the concept of heat transfer, emphasizing its significance in engineering and everyday life. It discusses how heat transfer affects building design, especially in extreme climates like tropical islands. The video explains the three main types of heat transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation, detailing how each process works and how to minimize their effects in construction. Practical examples, such as using materials with low thermal conductivity and double-pane windows, are provided to illustrate these concepts. The video concludes by summarizing the key points and their applications.

Why is it important to understand how heat moves when designing buildings?

How does radiation differ from conduction and convection in terms of heat transfer?

What factors should be considered to minimize heat transfer in a house?