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32 articles for “Boundary layers flow”
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Fractional Calculus-Based Analysis of Magneto-Thermal Nanofluid Flow Over Stretching and Shrinking Surfaces
Abstract: This study presents a comprehensive investigation of magneto-thermal hybrid nanofluid flow over stretching and shrinking surfaces using a fractional calculus framework to capture the memory and hereditary characteristics of complex fluid transport phenomena. The proposed model incorporates the effects of magnetic field intensity, thermal radiation, viscous dissipation, Brownian motion, and thermophoretic diffusion on the velocity and temperature distributions within the boundary layer region. A fractional-order derivative formulation is employed to …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Integrating Atmospheric Science: Understanding Greenhouse Gases, Aerosols, and Air Quality Dynamics
Abstract: Atmospheric science investigates the Earth’s atmospheric systems to understand their composition, dynamics, and the implications for climate, weather, and air quality. This review explores five primary areas within the field: atmospheric composition, atmospheric modeling, remote sensing, air pollution, and boundary layer dynamics, highlighting critical challenges and advancements. Rising levels of greenhouse gases (GHGs), including carbon dioxide and methane, continue to drive global warming, while feedback mechanisms—like cloud interactions and surface …
Published in International Journal of Atmosphere · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 32–35 Read article
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Effect of Leading-Edge Roughness on the Aerodynamic Characteristics of the Wind Turbine blade
Abstract: Leading-Edge Roughness (LER) strongly dictates boundary layer transition and performance degradation on an airfoil operating at transitional Reynolds numbers, an aerodynamic regime where shear-layer stability mechanisms remain highly complex. The wind tunnel experiments were conducted to investigate the aerodynamic impacts of surface roughness applied over 25% of the chord of a NACA 0018 airfoil using two discrete roughness gradations. Surface roughness induces an early boundary layer trip, causing elevated section …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 45–52 Read article
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Investigation to Enhance Performance of Finned U-Tube Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchangers Using Epoxy Based Polymer Composite Material
Abstract: Shell-and-tube heat exchangers remain indispensable in thermal engineering systems; however, conventional metallic configurations often face challenges related to corrosion, weight, and limited thermal optimization. In this study, a novel approach is proposed by integrating epoxy-based polymer composite materials with finned U-tube geometries to enhance thermo-hydraulic performance while addressing material limitations of traditional systems. The work focuses on the development and evaluation of a hybrid heat exchanger comprising a mild steel …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 618–633 Read article
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Investigation of Heat Transfer in Concentric Annuli with Perforated Inserts
Abstract: The increasing necessity for saving energy and material imposed by the diminishing world resources and environmental concerns have prompted the development of more effective heat-transfer equipment with improved heat-transfer rates. The hydrodynamic boundary layer acts as main resistance for the transfer of heat from tube surface to fluid or vice-versa and many researchers are trying to improve the convective heat transfer rate with inserts in tubes to break the boundary …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 56–68 Read article
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Comparative Computational Investigation of Aerofoil Performance with and without Vortex Generators
Abstract: AbstractAircraft with an efficient aerodynamic design is a major concern in current aerospace industries trends, but the flow separation has been playing a predominant role in the aircraft performance reduction and thereby affecting the aerodynamic efficiency. To overcome these problems, vortex generators (vortilon) are fixed on the upper surface of the wing. This paper focused on the aerodynamic performance analysis of available NACA-23012 aerofoil with and without Vortex Generators, for …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Damage Potential of Extreme Wind Events– Downburst and Tornado
Abstract: Thunderstorms have always impressed humans and cumulonimbus cloud is one of the most visually striking and photogenic natural phenomena. Unfortunately, the thunderstorms are associated with hazardous weather. Severe thunderstorms are responsible for large amount of wind induced damage around the globe. Unlike large and continental cyclones, severe local storms intensify very rapidly and dissipate after causing damage. Lightning causes many fires around the world each year and leads to severe …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 28–46 Read article
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Influence of Horizontal Crossflow on the Rayleigh-Taylor Instability: A Numerical Approach
Abstract: Rayleigh-Taylor Instability (RTI) is a typical occurrence in natural events, engineering, and industrial applications. When the lighter fluid (bottom medium) is forcing the heavier fluid (top medium) on top of the lighter fluid because of a gravitational field, then that phenomenon is called Rayleigh-Taylor instability (RTI). Despite extensive records of investigating this common phenomenon i.e., RTI with several unique boundary conditions, apparently, there are no prior investigations for the RTI …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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CFD Analysis of NACA 2412 and NACA 2412 with Passage for Lift Augmentation
Abstract: Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis of a three dimensional (3-D) National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) 2412 airfoil was compared with same dimensional 3-D NACA 2412 with internal passage. The computational domain was composed of 2109509 elements for NACA 2412 and 2258962 elements for NACA 2412 with internal passage. Calculations were done for various Mach numbers by varying the angle of attack constant for above mentioned turbulence model. The flow …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Modeling and Simulation of Radiative MHD Casson-Type Polymer Composite Flow over a Porous Wedge with Variable Thermal Source and Sink
Abstract: This study presents a numerical investigation of the radiative magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) flow and heat transfer characteristics of a Casson-type polymer fluid over a moving and extending porous wedge under the influence of a spatially varying heat source and sink. The Casson fluid model, representing a class of viscoplastic polymeric materials, is analyzed within the MHD framework to explore the combined effects of magnetic field intensity, rheological behavior, and porous medium …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 837–850 Read article
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Interference Effect between Prismatic Buildings Subjected to Microburst Wind
Abstract: Severe thunderstorms are important weather phenomena which impact on various facets of national activity like civil and defense operation, particularly aviation, space vehicle launching and agriculture in addition to its damage potential to life and properties. One of the most important events in the thunderstorms is the “Downburst”. Downbursts occur when a column of descending air reaches the ground and bursts out violently. This downward motion abruptly changes direction and …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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Numerical Investigation of Slip Conditions in Nanofluid Flow Induced by a Nonlinearly Stretching Sheet: A bvp4c Approach
Abstract: The present work describes a numerical analysis of the steady, laminar flow over a nonlinear stretching sheet in a nanofluid medium. Slip conditions in terms of velocity, temperature, and concentration have been introduced into the mathematical model to capture the impact of interfacial mass transfer on the stretching surface. The problem is modeled to include nanoparticle transportation in terms of Brownian diffusion and thermophoresis, thereby affecting the temperature and concentration …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 34–51 Read article