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96 articles for “Simulation and Computational Fluid Dynamics.”
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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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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 …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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A Review on Behavior of Heat Transfer in the Fluid in Shell and Tube Type Heat Exchanger
Abstract: The primary objective of this literature analysis is to examine the many applications of "Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)" within the domain of heat exchangers. "Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)" has been utilized in several investigations relating to heat exchangers, including fluid flow maldistribution, fouling, pressure drop, and thermal analysis during the stages of design and optimization. The simulations conducted demonstrate that the solutions generated from CFD are generally within the permissible …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Review of application of CFD methodologies used for methane enrichment of natural gas
Abstract: Methane is a major constituent of biogas which contains about 60 – 70% of total volume. For utilization of biogas as fuel, its calorific value is a limitation which can be improved by removing impurities such as CO2, H2S, and moisture. Various techniques are available for the removal of impurities. This paper aims to explore various methodologies in CFD which are used to simulate and find out the factors that …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 44–47 Read article
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Numerical Analysis over a Low Reynolds Number 3D Wing
Abstract: A micro air vehicle (MAV) is defined as class of unmanned air vehicle (UAV) having a linear dimension of less than 15 cm and a mass of less than 100 g with flight speeds of 6 to 12 m/sec. MAVs fall within a Reynolds number (Re) range of 50,000 and 120,000, in which many causes of unsteady aerodynamic effects are not fully understood. The research field of low Reynolds number …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Fundamental Principles of Fluid Behavior and Emerging Trends in Modern Fluid Mechanics Research
Abstract: Fluid behavior forms the foundation of numerous engineering technology and scientific applications, including aerospace flows, energy systems, and environmental processes. This paper presents a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles governing fluid behavior, with a strong emphasis on their relevance to recent trends in fluid mechanic’s research. Core concepts such as fluid statics, fluid dynamics, and conservation laws are discussed to establish a solid theoretical framework. The study further examines …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Estimation of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide Compositions in Coal Combustor: CFD Approach
Abstract: The present work is based on the software ANSYS FLUENT Workbench 15.0. This approach aims to provide an improved estimation of O2 and CO2 compositions from combustion of pulverized coal when the coal was injected pneumatically. This paper presents state of art in the field of pulverized coal combustion using computational fluid dynamic (CFD) approach. The mathematical models used for the combustion of pulverized coal includes realizable K-ɛ model for …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 51–55 Read article
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A Report on Numerical Investigation of Wings: with and without Telescopic Wing
Abstract: The telescopic wing has generated lots of interest in telescopic wing weight, geometry, complexity, structure, retractable/extendable mechanisms and aerodynamic performance etc. The problem is to develop telescopic wing for Piper PA-28 Cherokee is a one of the light aircraft built by Piper aircraft and designed for flight training, air taxi, and personal use. The key design parameters for the telescopic wing aircraft as mentioned are lift force generated (lift coefficient) …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Grid Sensitivity and Its Impact on the Hydrodynamics of a Submerged Vessel
Abstract: Accurate prediction of hydrodynamic characteristics is essential for the design and performance assessment of underwater vehicles and offshore structures. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) has emerged as an effective tool for analyzing fluid flow behavior around submerged bodies, enabling detailed evaluation of pressure distribution, drag forces, and flow patterns. In this study, the effect of mesh refinement on the hydrodynamic analysis of a DRDC-STR submarine nose section was investigated using ANSYS …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Formation of Reaction Bubbles in FCC Riser Reactor
Abstract: For modeling FCC unit, art of defining undefined hydrocarbon misxtures in conjunction with application of two different specialized fields of Chemical Engineering–Chemical Reaction Engineering (CRE) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) are required. CRE needs elaboarte and appropriate definition of undefined mixture and their chemical kinetics, whereas CFD needs solution of more regorous differential equations to define fluctuating and turbulent flow. Most of the reported works in available literature seems to …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 16–27 Read article
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Study on the Profile and Flow Field Variation of Parachute Coating by Seven-hole Probe Method
Abstract: In general, the parachute test is a long test cycle, expensive, and difficult to measure with accuracy, which makes it a very laborious and time-consuming task. Therefore, attempts have been made to overcome this by using a parachute test stand or by simulation, but in our country, there is no numerical simulation of the parachute and there is no research on it. In this paper, the variation of the shape …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 26–37 Read article
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Fluid-Structure Interaction Simulation of Parachute by Eulerian-Lagrangian penalty method
Abstract: In general, modeling and simulation of a model consisting of fluid and solid combinations has been considered difficult, and it has become impossible in terms of computer dependencies and accuracy to be analyzed by Fluent or other programs. The parachute evaluation process, which is historically based on a large amount of experimental data, necessitates many falling experiments. These tests can be costly and time-consuming, and they don't always allow for …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Currents, Waves, and Whirls: An Academic Exploration of Fluid Mechanics
Abstract: Fluid mechanics investigates the behavior of liquids and gases in motion and at rest, revealing the principles that control natural occurrences and engineering systems alike. This article gives an easy review of essential concepts such as fluid characteristics, pressure, flow patterns, and the contrast between laminar and turbulent flow. It explores how fundamental rules, including conservation of mass and energy, impact the transport of fluids across varied settings. Through real-world …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Applications of CFD in Car Design
Abstract: Development of computational fluid dynamics has now reached a state of maturity, which enables it to stimulate the flow of past practical car design configurations. It can thus play a very useful role in car design and development. CFD codes can be used to determine different loads on car and thus provide necessary input for the structural design. They can also be used to study and optimize the flow patterns …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Understanding Side-wind Dynamics and Deciphering Ringsail Parachute Drift
Abstract: The geometric complication caused by the "rings" and "sails" used to make the parachutist's canopy provides a considerable computationally problem, which is the focus of this paper's fluid–structure interaction (FSI) modeling of ringsail parachutes. Based on the sustained space-time FSI (SSTFSI) method, we have developed an FSI simulation of ringsail jumping devices. The FSI Geometric Smoothing Technique and the Homogenized Modeling of Geometric Porosity represent a pair of the above …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Analyzing Cavitation in Marine Propeller: A Computational Approach with Consideration for Polymer Applications
Abstract: A major source of noise and blade damage in marine propellers is because of the phenomenon of hydrodynamic cavitation. The Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis approach is employed for the prediction of the cavitating propeller’s performance characteristics under various conditions of operation with the advance coefficient (J) ranging from 0.55 to 0.91 and cavitation number (σ) in the range of 0.80 to 4.50. The numerical simulation is performed on INSEAN …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 8, 2024 · pp. 29–44 Read article
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Investigating Temperature Effects on Thermal Analysis of Composite Heat Pipes with Diverse Geometrical Configurations
Abstract: As the demand for efficient heat dissipation technologies continues to surge, understanding the intricate interplay between temperature variations and the thermal performance of heat pipes assumes paramount importance. This study investigates the impact of temperature fluctuations on the thermal behaviour of heat pipes with diverse geometric configurations. A comprehensive analysis is conducted utilizing advanced computational simulations coupled with experimental validation techniques. Heat pipes are an innovative heat transfer device with …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 20–34 Read article
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A Method of Mesh Deformation for Flow Analysis Around Oscillating Bodies
Abstract: In general, high-speed rotating machines are subjected to complex phenomena due to various reasons, such as increased noise and strong vibration due to dynamic unbalance, which affect the dynamic motion of rotating machines and are necessarily a problem to overcome. Therefore, it is necessary to have a mathematical model to simulate it, and a strong tool to solve the constructed model. Using fluid-structure coupling techniques, which are currently a powerful …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Analysis of Submarine Hydrodynamics and NACA Aerofoils Using Ansys Fluent
Abstract: This study investigates the hydrodynamic behaviour of submerged offshore vehicles, including submarine hull and NACA aerofoils through simulation and fluid flow analysis, using ANSYS Fluent. The study models the interaction between fluid flow and offshore submerged vessels i.e. a Standard Submarine Model and various NACA profiles, simulating pressure distributions and drag forces that affect offshore operational stability. The analysis comprises of the study of multiple mesh profiles required to calculate …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 48–55 Read article
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Estimation of Shallow Water Effects Using Empirical and Numerical Methods for Inland Vessels
Abstract: Due to the increased demand for transportation of cargoes through waterways, there is a need for more and efficient inland vessels. The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has planned initiatives to augment the inland waterways sector through strategic development, complementing one activity with others to ensure efficient and effective movement of goods within the country for in-bound and out-bound destinations. A key element of this plan will be the …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article