Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics
Volume 14, Issue 3 (2023)
Published
Table of contents
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Study on the Mechanical Properties of Additively Manufactured Metallic Structures
Abstract: A revolutionary technology that has made it possible to produce intricate metallic structures with customized mechanical properties is additive manufacturing, or AM. An extensive analysis of the mechanical properties of metallic components made using additive manufacturing processesis presented in this paper. The study explores how material choice, post-processing techniques, and process parameters affect the mechanical behavior of AM metallic structures. By examining tensile strength, fatigue characteristics, hardness, ductility, impact resistance, …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Investigating the Dynamics of Vortex Shedding in Bluff Body Flows
Abstract: In engineering applications, bluff body flows are commonplace. They are typified by the creation of vortices in the wake zone, a phenomena called vortex shedding. The current study uses a mix of computer simulations and experimental data to examine the dynamics of vortex shedding inbluff body flows. A range of bluff body designs were investigated, and the flow characteristics were analyzed using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and high-resolution particle image …
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Experimental Techniques for Investigating Microstructural Effects on Solid Mechanics Behavior
Abstract: It is critical to comprehend the complex interaction between mechanical behavior and microstructure in order to optimize material performance and create solid engineering components. In the topic of solid mechanics, this review article offers a thorough summary of the experimental methods used to look into the influence of microstructural characteristics on solid behavior. It highlights the fundamentals, possibilities, and uses of a broad variety of experimental techniques, including as mechanical …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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A Comprehensive Analysis of Artificially Roughened Solar Air Heaters
Abstract: The solar air heater is the most cost-effective and popular solar energy harvesting device. It may be used for a variety of tasks, including drying crops, heating rooms, conditioning wood, and curing industrial items. Introducing artificial roughness to surfaces emerges as a highly effective method to augment heat transfer rates within the ducts of solar air heaters. Over the past three decades, research interest has centered on the incorporation of …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Optimizing Heat Transfer in Rectangular Channels with Turbulators: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Turbulators and various obstructions strategically placed along the airflow path in a channel are employed to enhance heat transfer This enhancement is achieved by disrupting the laminar sub-layer or intensifying turbulence within the duct passage. Numerous types of turbulator elements have been extensively utilized to optimize the heat transfer characteristics in such systems. Investigating further, researchers have explored the application of roughness elements in two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and irregular shapes. This …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 7–17 Read article