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343 articles for “heat transfer”
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Heat Transfer Augmentation in Twisted Rectangular Channel
Abstract: The best way to profoundly and scientifically concentrate the heat exchange upgrade of nanofluids under turbulent course through Twisted Rectangular channels under consistent heat flux conditions on every one of the walls is to look at the marvel numerically. The nanofluids are fundamentally the strong nanoparticle of CuO suspended in water arranged chemically. CFD investigation is led utilizing FLUENT programming by the limited volume technique. The limit conditions connected are …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 8–17 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
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Statistical Modeling of Heat Transfer and Fluid Dynamics: Application in Mechanical Engineering Design
Abstract: Understanding and optimizing the intricate processes involved in heat transfer and fluid dynamics—two concepts essential to mechanical engineering design—require statistical modeling. Engineers can forecast, regulate, and enhance the performance of systems including heat exchangers, turbines, cooling mechanisms, and different fluid machinery by using statistical approaches. In order to address uncertainties, variability in material properties, boundary conditions, and operational parameters, this work investigates the integration of statistical modeling tools in the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Statistics · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Forced Convection Heat Transfer Over a Plate Through Jets: A Review
Abstract: In the past two decades, many technical experimental, numerical and mathematical models are being presented by many researchers in India and abroad. A number of related papers are reviewed herein as a review of forced convection heat transfer over flat plate placed under micro multi-nozzle, jets zone and parameters affect the convective heat transfer. Some of them present important correlations for Nusselt number are collected here.Cite this Article Todkar RN, …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 47–50 Read article
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Experimental Analysis on Longitudinal Finned Tube Heat Exchanger and Numerical Investigation on Parameters that Accrue the Overall Heat Transfer Coefficient
Abstract: The presence of nanofluids ascertained great augmentation in heat transfer. Several works have been done so far to parameterize the properties of nanofluid in relation to augmentation of heat transfer. In conjunction to this, the present work focuses on heat transfer within a longitudinal finned tube heat exchanger with simulated employment of nanofluids. Experimentation is done on longitudinal finned tube heat exchanger and the results were compared with numerical simulations …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 29–41 Read article
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Importance of Phase Change Materials in Heat Transfer Fluids for Solar Heat Absorption
Abstract: Solar heat absorption involves capturing and storing solar energy for later use. Phase change materials play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency of heat transfer fluids in solar thermal systems and are integral to the optimization of heat transfer fluids in solar thermal systems. Their ability to store and release thermal energy efficiently, regulate temperatures, and enhance overall system performance makes them a valuable component in the transition towards …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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The Effect of Sonication Time on Alumina Nanofluids with Paradoxical Behavior
Abstract: Nanofluids can be considered to be the next-generation heat transfer fluids as they offer exciting new possibilities to enhance heat transfer performance compared to pure liquids. Heat transfer enhancement using nanofluids have been reported in literature pertinent to thermal conductivity under the static conditions, convective heat transfer and phase change heat transfer. Except for the studies from the first category where the nanofluids exhibited much higher thermal conductivities than those …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 16, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 31–40 Read article
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Analysis of Heat Transfer in a Heat Exchanger with Triangular Fins Using Finite Element Modeling
Abstract: The influence of radiation and convection on a catalytic reactor's triangular heat exchanger fins are examined. Heat escapes from the surface by radiation and convection having being transported by conduction throughout the fin. Convection and radiation enable the fin's tip to lose heat, whereas the base of the fin is kept at a constant high temperature. One of the walls is taken for consideration because of its symmetry and ease …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Investigation of Heat Transfer for Extruded Polymers Cooled in Water
Abstract: The commodity articles from polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) are widely used in today’s world. To reduce the carbon footprint, biopolymers such as polylactic acid (PLA) as commodity plastics are also explored. Often, these polymers have to be extruded before they are fabricated for end users. The work described in this paper has been divided in two parts. In the first part PE, PP and PLA are subjected to extrusion …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Multiphysics Simulation and Thermal Characterization of VVER-1200 Steam Generator for Optimized Heat Transfer and Structural Integrity
Abstract: VVER-1200 is a Russian design reactor which consist of Two circuits comprising reactor core, piping, vertical steam generator, pressurizer, active and passive safety systems, turbine and generator. This reactor involves single phase flow from reactor core to steam generator (SG) where high pressurized water exchanges heat with normal water resulting in steam production. The flow is turbulent, which enables maximum efficiency to heat transfer. Using ANSYS Workbench's multi-physics simulation capabilities, …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 7–15 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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Numerical Investigation of Effect of SiO2–Water Nanofluid on Convective Heat Transfer and Pressure Drop of a Novel Heat Sink
Abstract: In this work, SiO2–water nanofluids are utilized to improve heat transfer characteristics of a novel heat sink. Commercial Fluent and Gambit package is utilized to run the test. Two different thermal conductivity models previously introduced by other researchers are tested and it is shown that one of them predicts the heat transfer coefficients better in comparison to the other. The range of volume fractions are from 0.5% to 2%. Also, …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Heat Transfer Rates in Water Coils Under Various Flow Conditions
Abstract: This study investigates the influence of various flow conditions on heat transfer rates in water coils through experimental analysis. Water coils, crucial for efficient thermal management in industrial applications, were tested under different flow rates and orientations to assess their impact on heat transfer performance. The experiment involved measuring heat transfer coefficients and pressure drops for coils subjected to flow rates ranging from 0.5 to 5 L/min and comparing results …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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Heat Transfer Enhancement in Solar Parabolic Trough Collectors Design Using C-shape, V-shape, and Reverse L-shape Roughness
Abstract: Solar energy can be collected and used in a large variety of ways including: passive daylighting,heating liquids and gasses, or generating electricity. Additionally, many energy sources such as wind,biomass, hydroelectricity, and even fossil fuels originate from the energy provided by the sun.Parabolic solar concentration systems are state-of-the-art or mature technology. Parabolic-troughsolar concentrating systems are parabolic-shaped collectors made of reflecting materials. Thecollectors reflect incident solar radiation onto its focal line toward …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 26–41 Read article
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Heat Transfer and Exergy Analysis of Methane-Air Flame Impinging on Plane Surfaces
Abstract: Exergy and heat flow have been numerically investigated for flame impinging on flat circular plates. The maximum work available when the system is brought to thermodynamic equilibrium state with its surrounding is known as the exergy of a system. This state of equilibrium of the system depends on the pressure, temperature, and composition of environment. Efficiency based on exergy is otherwise known as the second-law efficiency which measures the usefulness …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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Effect of hybrid plant-based cutting fluid in turning operation of EN19 steel and modelling of heat transfer equation for multiple phase colloids
Abstract: This article describes a project where an alternative to conventional Mineral Oil (MO) based cutting fluids is tried on the turning operation of steel samples. The deposit of petroleum is getting depleted day by day, the pollution due to fossil fuel is increasing exponentially and petroleum is getting more and more expensive. Due to these reasons, nonpetroleum (MO) based alternative cutting fluids have been in business for quite a while. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 175–185 Read article
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Optimization of Procedure and Variables of a Double Pipe Composite Heat Exchanger with Protruding Surfaces
Abstract: Under low heat duty conditions, double pipe heat exchangers are employed. When utilized for heavy-duty tasks, they show limitations. To use double pipe heat exchangers for heavy-duty applications, heat transmission needs to be increased. In this project, we are investigating the optimization process parameters of a twin pipe heat exchanger with and without protruding surfaces. In both cases, the inner and outer tubes are composed of steel, and the working …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 472–485 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Heat Transfer Enhancement in Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Using Graphene Nanofluids
Abstract: The paper focuses on the dispersion of Graphene nanoparticles in a water–ethylene glycol based fluid to investigate their impact on the convective heat transfer performance of the resulting nanofluid. Various concentrations of graphene nanoparticles were prepared, and the nanofluids were subjected to different ultrasonication durations to ensure proper dispersion and stability of the nanoparticles within the base fluid. The study involved extensive experimental evaluation to systematically analyze how the nanoparticle …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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Enhancement of Horizontal Jet Impingement Heat Transfer Analysis on Vertical Flat Plate
Abstract: This research investigates the heat transfer characteristics and heat flux distribution associated with parallel jet impingement on a vertical flat plate. A comprehensive computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis is carried out and systematically validated against available experimental data to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the numerical model. The jet length is maintained constant at 12 mm, while the jet-to-plate separation distance is varied at 6, 12, 18, and 24 …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 65–80 Read article
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Heat Transfer Augmentation in Twisted Rectangular Channel
Abstract: Abstract The best way to profoundly and scientifically concentrate the heat exchange upgrade of nanofluids under turbulent course through twisted rectangular channels under consistent heat flux conditions on every one of the walls is to look at the marvel numerically. The nanofluids are fundamentally the strong nanoparticle of CuO suspended in water arranged chemically. CFD investigation is led utilizing FLUENT programming by the limited volume technique. The limit conditions connected …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 47–55 Read article