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331 articles for “Thermal Engineering”
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Evaluation of Food Cooking by Heat Generation by Wide Angle Solar Concentrator
Abstract: In our daily life, we use many types of energy sources like electricity, coal, wood and LPG for preparation of food. The main problem regarding these fuels is that they are non-renewable and polluting. With increasing population and increased usage rate, these fuels are being depleted more and more rapidly and also their prices are getting high. So, there should be an alternative for the energy source regarding this depleting …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Heating Energy Estimation before Construction and Thermal Comfort Post Occupancy in the New Building of Salesian College, Sonada Campus, Darjeeling
Abstract: AbstractThermal comfort of indoors lead to better satisfaction. A thermal analysis of heating energy requirements were conducted before the construction of a new campus building. After the completion of the construction, thermal comfort studies were conducted to study the indoor conditions. The use of hollow block wall was recommended against the conventional brick wall.Keywords: ASHRAE, thermal comfort, degree day, Griffiths’ neutral temperatureCite this ArticleSamar Thapa. Heating Energy Estimation before Construction …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 13–21 Read article
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Surface-Driven Capillary Flow of Dyed Aqueous Ethanol in Sudden Expansion Microchannels
Abstract: AbstractIn this work, total three individual SU-8 based glass microfluidic devices are fabricated by maskless lithography and clamping. Dyed aqueous ethanol is selected as working liquid. Each surface-driven capillary flow is recorded by a CMOS camera. The filling time of surface-driven capillary flow is considered as the flow parameter to determine the flow speed. This work will be useful to fabricate the microfluidic devices for bioengineering applications.Keywords: Sudden expansion, maskless …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 22–25 Read article
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Design of Standalone Photovoltaic System to Meet Energy Requirements of Village in India
Abstract: AbstractThe demand of green and clean energy is increasing rapidly with gradual depletion of fossil fuels. With abundant solar irradiation throughout the country, solar Photovoltaic (PV) conversion has gained momentum in India, which is actively supported by government policies and incentives in the sector. In order to accommodate daily and seasonal variation of solar radiations, solar system must have proper energy storage device in the form of battery bank. In …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Computational Heat Transfer Analysis of Corrugated Heat Sink Fins
Abstract: AbstractTo find the behavior of heat transfer and thermal management of novel type heat sink fins, a CFD analysis has been carried out. Available heat sink designs are studied for the thermal management of electronic devices, concentric solar devices, LED’s, etc. Electronic devices emerged in last decade and thus cooling of electronic devices with the efficient solution is still immature. In this study, corrugated type fins are introduced and analyzed …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–27 Read article
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A Numerical Analysis of Solar Chimney Power Plant and Study of Parameters Effecting it
Abstract: AbstractA comprehensive theoretical solar chimney power plant (SCPP) model has been introduced to overcome the energy crisis. Numerical simulation performed on the 2-dimensional models of the SCPP. Different numerical models are taken into account by changing the geometrical parameters of the chimney inlet, absorber temperature, and chimney inclination angle and chimney outlet geometry. Air velocity, heat transfer coefficient, pressure, and turbulent kinetic energy are the some parameters taken into account …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 22–42 Read article
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An Investigation on Application of Passive Strategies to Improve Thermal Performance of Buildings
Abstract: AbstractThermal comfort is a state of mind that expresses satisfaction with the surrounding environment of the building space. It is different for every individual and also, depends on the nature of activity of each individual occupant in the building. Understanding thermal comfort is important to building architecture, since it not only the basis for building design, but also affects the field of sustainable design or Green Buildings. Buildings’ as a …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Enhancement in Heat Transfer Rate of Plate Fin Heat Exchanger using Triangular Winglets
Abstract: AbstractHeat transfer enhancement in heat exchanger leads to higher saving in terms of manufacturing and operational costs. However, parameter pertaining to pressure drops needs to be effectively analyzed so as to make a balance between pressure drop and effectiveness against the operation costs. This paper focuses on the use of triangular winglets in plate fin heat exchangers to enhance the rate of heat transfer. An obstacle is provided in the …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Numerical and Experimental Investigation of AlHE30 for Rectangular Finned Cooking Vessel
Abstract: AbstractFins are basically extended surface, which is used to increase the heat transfer rate, this is basically a secondary surface mounted on primary surface to augment heat transfer from it. A numerical study using ANSYS were conducted to optimize fin shape based on base temperature and maximize the heat transfer across the cooking vessel. By investigating fin of (AlHE30) material were conducted experiments the fin of diameter 14 and 195 …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 28–36 Read article
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Development of a Heat Actuator Using Liquid-Vapor Phase Change of R134a
Abstract: AbstractLarge volume changes can be produced by liquid-vapor phase change of working fluids which can be used in actuators as the driving power source. The temperature range of working of such actuators depends on the characteristics of the phase change working fluid. In this paper we discuss the concept and design of a heat actuator which uses liquid-vapor phase change of its working fluid for actuation of a piston. The …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Enhancement in Heat Transfer Rate in a Pipe in Pipe Heat Exchanger Using Helical Insert
Abstract: AbstractHeat transfer enhancement techniques are frequently used in heat exchanger system in order to increase the rate of heat transfer and improve the thermal performance of the system. This paper contains experimental study on enhancement in heat transfer rate using helical insert. The inner tube used was of copper with inner and outer diameter of 11.8 mm and 12.7 mm, respectively, and outer tube was galvanized iron, which was insulated …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 5–12 Read article
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A Review of Potential, Generation and Factors of Solar Energy
Abstract: AbstractPower is the integral part of today’s life. Renewable energy is the demand of time because of its great advantages like non-pollutant, abundant etc. Among all the energy sources, solar energy is most promising, quiet and clean source of energy. India receives great amount of solar radiation throughout its boundaries. This study is to review the potential of solar energy in India, it’s technological development and factors of solar cell.Keywords: …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Automatic Dual Axis Solar Powered Lawn Mower for Agricultural Applications
Abstract: AbstractPhotovoltaic generation is becoming increasingly important as a renewable source. To overcome the incredible power crisis in the country, the best way is to make use of the renewable energy sources such as solar energy. In this proposed system, solar energy is used and in order to achieve maximum power from the solar panel, dual-axis tracking with the help of photoresistors is implemented in the panel tracking mechanism. The tracking …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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Thermodynamic Analysis of Cascaded Organic Rankine Cycle for Optimizing Thermal Efficiency
Abstract: AbstractPower cycles converting medium temperature heat (~300°C) into electricity using working fluids like toluene, benzene etc. result in vacuum on condenser side operating near ambient temperatures. To overcome this, two stage cascaded power cycle is proposed with toluene in the top cycle and R- 245fa as a bottom cycle working fluid. In this scheme, condensation heat of toluene is used as a heat source for R- 245fa. A realistic analysis …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Effect of Heat Treatment on Mechanical Properties of Silver Nanoparticles Embedded in Phosphate Glasses
Abstract: AbstractSilver nanoparticles have been embedded in CaO-P2O5 and CaO-CaF2-P2O5 glasses using melt quenching technique and heat treatment process. The growth of silver nanoparticles in the glass matrix appeared to be time dependent. Mechanical properties such as Vickers hardness, fracture toughness and brittleness for the glass samples were evaluated using a Vickers Indentation technique. Variation in Vickers hardness, Fracture toughness, and brittleness was observed with an increase in the size of …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Texture Study on 316L Weldments after Heat Treatments
Abstract: AbstractAustenitic stainless steels are regularly used as components in many parts and vessels work in the ocean. Also, 316L stainless steel (SS) is used in nuclear reactors, located near sea. 316L SS base metal (BM) and weld metal (WM) are aged at 450°C and at 350°C for 6000 hours and texture analysis using electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) revealed that the texture is independent of delta-ferrite content. Inverse Pole Figures (IPF) …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Study and Influence of heat transfer Characteristics in a Heat Exchanger by using Nanofluids: A Review
Abstract: AbstractHeat transfer play an important role in various applications like Radiator in Automobiles, Refrigerators, Electronic equipment’s etc. Therefore, heat transfer effectiveness can limit the related power utilization. The method for increasing heat exchanger effectiveness is to build higher conductivity of working liquid. The endeavor of this review summarizes the different research work articles on the improvement of the various heat transfer characteristics in heat exchangers utilizing nanofluids on two categories. …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Heat Treatment and Cryotreatment Effect on the Fatigue Crack Growth (FCG) in Aluminium 2024
Abstract: AbstractAl 2024 is commonly used in aircraft components, especially for the critical parts like wing and fuselage components. In the present investigation, Al 2024 has been selected subjected heat treatments for the study of fatigue crack growth (FCG) subjected to fatigue loads. Specimens were subjected to fatigue crack growth as per ASTM E-647 standards and the results of FCG were compared. NASGRO software was employed to predict the FCG in …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 5–13 Read article
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Investigation of Performance Characteristics of Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Using Helical Baffles with Parallel Flow and Counter Flow Arrangements
Abstract: AbstractShell and tube heat exchangers are widely used in process industries and refineries owing to ease of manufacturing and versatile operations. The designer always focuses on improvement in performance characteristics of STHX, based on the given heat duty and geometrical constraints. Several researchers and investigators have suggested various methods for performance optimization of shell and tube heat exchangers. In the present work, experimental investigation is performed using helical baffles in …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Solar-based Satellite Power System: An Overview
Abstract: Abstract: In this paper, describes about advancement in solar-based power system in satellite. A thrust which provides a back force to satellites that move in upward direction and get satellites help to generate power in space. This power transmits to the earth via wireless power transmission and such type of satellite called space based solar power satellite. In recent time, electrical propulsion system has used mostly in place of chemical …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 20–23 Read article