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79 articles for “reynold numbers”
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AI-Assisted Optimization of Supersonic Airfoil Shapes Using CFD Coupling
Abstract: This paper presents a novel framework for optimizing supersonic airfoil geometries through integrated artificial intelligence and computational fluid dynamics coupling. Traditional gradient-based optimization methods for high-speed aerodynamic shapes suffer from computational expense and convergence difficulties in non-convex design spaces. The proposed methodology employs a deep neural network surrogate model trained on high-fidelity Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes solutions to approximate aerodynamic performance metrics across the design space. A hybrid particle swarm-genetic algorithm searches …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 8–17 Read article
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Effect of the Absorber Plat Groove Roughness on Performance of Solar Air Heaters
Abstract: An experimental investigation on heat and fluid flow characteristics of fully developed turbulent flow in a rectangular duct having repeated integral transverse chamfered rib-groove roughness on one broad wall has been carried out. The flow Reynolds number of the duct varied in the range of approximately 3000–21000, most suitable for solar air heater. Experimentation has been done on chamfered rib-groove roughness having 60° V groove varying relative roughness pitch of …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 34–45 Read article
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Assessment of Engine Performance with Perforated and Solid Fins
Abstract: Abstract Fins increases the heat transfer from a heat generated device by increasing the surface area of it. Fin with holes or perforated fins increases the surface area available for heat removal but also increases the intensity of the air flow, which further increases the heat removal. A two wheeler engine with fins having circular perforation has been designed in the present work. ANSYS 16.0 has been utilized to solve …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Study of Water and Ethylene Glycol Based Cu Nanoparticles inside Parallel Disks with VMHD
Abstract: In this article, we have developed a mathematical model for water and ethylene glycol based copper nanoparticles between two parallel Disks under the influence of variable magnetic field. Parametric study for the flow field, temperature variation and magnetic field are performed from the set of Navier-Stokes, Energy and from the Maxwell equations. Coupled system of PDE’s are converted into system of ODE’s by means of similarity transformations. Effects of various …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Numerical Study on Thermal Performance Assessment of a Compact Heat Exchanger Equipped with Two Broken Twisted Strips
Abstract: Twisted strips are a widely used technique for heat transfer enhancement. In the present study, it proposed that two broken twisted strips aiming at achieving good thermohydraulic performance. Effects of the two broken twisted strips (BTS) on the heat transfer, friction factor and thermal performance factor behaviours in a heat exchanger are reported along with smooth duct. The computations are based on the finite volume method with the SIMPLE algorithm …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Effect of Initial Temperature and Diameter of Ethanol Droplet on Evaporation Dynamics in Convective Air Medium
Abstract: Ethanol is a suitable biofuel as it has fewer toxic emissions and higher-octane numbers. For spray combustion applications, the gas phase motion must be considered while numerically investigating the fundamental aspects of droplet evaporation and combustion processes. Hence, we have numerically simulated the evaporation dynamics of an isolated spherically shaped ethanol droplet under a forced convective air environment in the absence of gravity. The momentum transfer between two phases is …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites Read article
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Modeling and Simulation of Spiral Plate Heat Exchanger
Abstract: The spiral-plate heat exchanger (SHE) offers efficiency in spacing and reduces heat losses. SHE’s offer high reliability, lower spaces occupancy, high heat transfer coefficient and on-line performance in many severely fouling services such as slurries. Experimental investigations were conducted in a spiral plate heat exchanger with hot water as the service fluid and cold water in different flow rates as the cold process fluid. The experiments were conducted essentially in …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Flow Simulation and Experimental Comparative Study of Aerodynamic Forces on NACA 2415 Airfoil Scaled Model
Abstract: Aerodynamic force, which would be brought upon by the relative motion of an object and the airflow, is the force that the air in which the body is submerged exerts on the body. The normal force resulting from force on the body's surface and the shear force resulting from airflow viscosity, also known as skin friction, are the two sources of aerodynamic force. Shear force is applied locally and parallel …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 33–54 Read article
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Forced Convection Heat Transfer Through Porous Media: A Review
Abstract: This paper reviews studies on forced convection heat transfer through Porous media. In the last four decades we have seen enormous amount of research work related to the study of heat transfer in porous media. Convective flows in porous media are of vital importance to these processes, thereby generating the need for their full understanding. This review paper includes the effects of pore to throat size ratio, Non-Darcy and dispersion …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Analysis of Thermodynamic Behavior of a Turbulent Air Flow in a Rectangular Duct
Abstract: Abstract A numerical study of turbulent air flow in a rectangular duct with three plate and waved baffles was investigated. The governing equations, based on the model k-ε realizable used to describe the turbulence, are solved by the finite volume method with the use of the SIMPLE algorithm. The dynamic and thermal structure of the flow was analyzed by the presentation of several parameters, namely, the intensity of turbulence, reports …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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A Study and Thermal Analysis of Automobile Radiator Using Nanofluids
Abstract: Over past few decades, number analysis has been carried out by the researchers and academicians in the radiator for it’s efficiency. It is purely depend on the application of fluid. Conventional fluids such a water, ethylene glycol and sodium are normally used as heat transfer fluids in radiator various techniques are applied to improve the heat transfer the used of additives is a technique applied to increase the heat transfer …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Injection of Air Bubbles and its Effects into A Shell and Coiled Heat Exchanger: A Review
Abstract: The purpose of this research is to investigate the effects of air bubble injection on the performance of a horizontal helical shell and coiled tube heat exchanger in an experimental setting. The effects of air bubble injection with varied air flow rates on the number of thermal units (NTU), exergy loss, and efficacy are examined. In present review, a shell and snaked tube heat exchanger has been numerically considered. The …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 40–47 Read article
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Thermal-hydraulic Behaviour of Corrugated Pipe Configurations
Abstract: Heat exchangers have a wide range of applications and can be found in a variety of different industries, including chemical reactors, nuclear power plants, and solar energy generation. It is required to do thermal optimization on heat exchangers in order to decrease the size, cost, and energy requirements of the heat exchangers while simultaneously improving their capacity to transmit heat. In these types of businesses, heat exchangers frequently make use …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites Read article
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Numerical Simulation of Transient Free Convection in a Rectangular Cavity Filled with Porous Material Using Finite Element Formulations
Abstract: In this study, the finite element method is used to quantitatively explore transient free convection in porous cavities in order to understand the flow characteristics and heat conduction processes in the square cavities. In comparison to an uniform temperature gradient, the left wall is swiftly heated and the right wall is allowed to cool to a specific temperature. The horizontal walls are insulated on both sides. Dimensionless representations of the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 8, 2023 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Aerodynamic Analysis of Bio-inspired Wing with Adaptive Aspect Ratio
Abstract: The bio-inspired morphing wing is a futuristic concept in the aviation field that draws inspiration from birds and insects. Drawing inspiration from the exceptional flight capabilities of birds and insects, the goal is to develop a wing design that can adapt its aspect ratio, similar to nature. By incorporating the adaptive aspect ratio capabilities into the wing configuration, it becomes possible to optimize the wing's aerodynamic performance to adapt wide …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 13, 2023 · pp. 143–153 Read article
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Energy harnessing solution using a vertical axis wind turbine installed on the automotive rooftop.
Abstract: The transportation sector plays a major role in greenhouse gas emissions, prompting worldwide initiatives to mitigate its environmental effects. While the shift from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles is growing, it often merely shifts emissions rather than eliminating them, as fossil fuels continue to dominate energy production. A comprehensive solution requires universal access to renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and hydro power, which is currently impractical due to …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Review Article on Biomedical Lubricant Hydrogels as Cartilage Substitutes
Abstract: This article underscores the increasing popularity of hydrogel lubricants in the biomedical domain and presents a comprehensive exploration of their potential as substitutes for cartilage. This understanding forms the foundation for the development of hydrogel-based lubricants that are designed to emulate these natural functionalities. Providing detailed insights, this article navigates through cutting-edge bio-inspired architecture techniques tailored to create hydrogels for cartilage. The emphasis is on achieving superior strength through diverse …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 35–48 Read article
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Biomimicry of Eucalyptus Leaf Design for Optimization and Fabrication of Airfoil
Abstract: Biomimicry is the practice of drawing inspiration from natural forms to solve engineering problems, which has become progressively popular for refining design efficiency and performance. This work discovers how biomimicry can be applied to airfoil design, precisely through the unique structure of Eucalyptus leaves, a concept rarely explored in airfoil profiling. The work presented here, focuses on enhancing airfoil designs by incorporating the intricate features of these leaves. The airfoil …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 359–372 Read article
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Geometrical, Numerical and Materialistic Parameters used for Studying and Reducing Tube-Side Flow Inconsistency in Tube and Shell Heat Exchangers: An Overview
Abstract: A Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger (STHE) exchanges heat between two fluids flowing at different temperatures. More than 60% of the market is occupied by STHE’s out of all the different kinds of heat exchangers. Maldistribution is the uneven fluid flow distribution in the tubes of the STHE. The aim of this study is to provide a detailed review on the various methods used by researchers for reducing the maldistribution …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 603–621 Read article
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Experimental and CFD Investigation of an Epoxy-Based Thermally Conductive Polymer Composite U-Tube Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchanger: A Lightweight Alternative to Conventional Metal Systems
Abstract: Shell-and-tube heat exchangers continue to play a critical role in industrial thermal systems; however, their conventional design based on fully metallic materials often leads to challenges related to weight, corrosion, and cost. In recent years, thermally conductive polymer composites have emerged as promising alternatives, offering improved corrosion resistance and design flexibility. In this study, the thermo-hydraulic performance of a U-tube shell-and-tube heat exchanger is investigated by partially replacing conventional metallic …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 685–700 Read article