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318 articles for “Heat rate”
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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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Experimental Investigation on 4-Stroke Diesel Engine Using Waste Cooking Oil Biodiesel Fuel
Abstract: Due to using of fossil fuels, the world today is faced with serious environmental pollution. However, these fuels are limited and depleting day by day as the consumption is increasing very rapidly. Hence, it is necessary to find out a clean alternative fuel produced from renewable sources. Biodiesel production and applications are gaining popularity in recent times due to diminishing petroleum reserves and detrimental environmental impacts. Edible and non-edible oils …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Investigation of Forced Convection Heat Transfer Efficiency Using Cuo/Water Nanofluid in A Concentric Tube Heat Exchanger with Helical Coiled Insert
Abstract: An apparatus that uses nanofluid to transport heat is called a heat exchanger. This uses a nanofluid as the working fluid. One can make nanofluid hanging nanoparticles in liquids such as petroleum products, water, oil, ethylene glycol, fluorocarbons, etc. Forced convection heat transfer using CuO/water as a Nanofluid and distilled water as the base fluid has been examined in a concentric tube heat exchanger with helical coiled insert. Tests on …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 27–41 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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Experimental investigation of solar sill by incorporating sensible and latent heat storage materials
Abstract: The main obstacle to human life in the modern age was the lack of access to and improper distribution of potable water on earth. Despite the fact that demand for potable water is skyrocketing due to population growth and industrial exploitation, supply levels are essentially steady. Due to its simplicity in construction, ease of maintenance, techno-economic advantages, and eco-friendliness, solar is still regarded as one of the best possible options …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 7–21 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
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Thermo-Fluid Characterization of Corrugated U-Tube Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchanger with Polymer Composite Tube Wall: A Combined CFD and Experimental Investigation
Abstract: Shell-and-tube heat exchangers built with metallic tubes work well thermally, but corrosion problems, extra weight, and the inability to adjust the wall’s thermal properties through material choice remain genuine engineering headaches, particularly for corrosive or weight-critical applications. Over the past few years there has been a fair amount of interest in replacing metal tubes with polymer composite alternatives, since blending thermally conductive fillers — graphite nanoplatelets, boron nitride platelets and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Thermo-Fluid Characterization of Corrugated U-Tube Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchanger with Polymer Composite Tube Wall: A Combined CFD and Experimental Investigation
Abstract: Shell-and-tube heat exchangers built with metallic tubes work well thermally, but corrosion problems, extra weight, and the inability to adjust the wall’s thermal properties through material choice remain genuine engineering headaches, particularly for corrosive or weight-critical applications. Over the past few years there has been a fair amount of interest in replacing metal tubes with polymer composite alternatives, since blending thermally conductive fillers — graphite nanoplatelets, boron nitride platelets and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 859–873 Read article
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Dependency of pure liquid pool boiling heat transfer coefficient to bubble contact angle on roughened Brass heater in new model
Abstract: Heat transfer coefficient of nucleate pool boiling Nucleation is a basic part of phase transformations, which plays an important role in understanding and describing any phase change processes. For a boiling process, nucleation appears in the initial stage, and directly affects bubble formation and boiling intensity. According to the heterophase fluctuations which induce phase transition, the phase change has two main types. Classically, phase change caused by the fluctuation with …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Enhancement in the COP of Thermoelectric Cooler Used for Cooling of Small Electronic Circuits
Abstract: Amidst growing environment concern, the need for alternative methods of cooling is on the rise, demanding higher intervention of technological advances. Conventional cooling systems working on CFC refrigerant pose threat to environment. The present work deals with performance investigation of thermoelectric cooler based on Peltier effect. Air cooling and water cooling systems are studied involving several parameter modifications. From the experimental work it is evident that optimum cooling is achieved …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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Fabrication and Analysis of Evacuated Tube Solar Air Heater
Abstract: The development of renewable energy technology is important for the future to balance global energy. Now we are at the stage where the search for other alternative methods that replace the electricity has become pinnacle. This work is essentially based on the alternative methods by which we can reduce the consumption of electricity. Solar air heating is one of them is not only pollution free, but also cheap in operation. …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Evaluating the Performance, Emissions, and Combustion Characteristics of CRDI Diesel Engines Using Pine Oil Blends as a Sustainable Fuel Alternative
Abstract: The performance of Common Rail Direct Injectors (CRDI) diesel engines is examined in this study in relation to interacts of pine oil used as an alternative fuel. Finding sustainable fuel solutions is of paramount importance given the growing environmental concerns and the decreasing supply of fossil fuel resources. Pine oil, obtained from resin tapped from pine trunks and processed through steam distillation to separate turpentine from rosin, offers a viable …
Published in International Journal of Machine Systems and Manufacturing Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 24–33 Read article
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Performance, Emission, and Combustion Evaluation of Chlorella Vulgaris Biodiesel-Diesel Blends in a Compression Ignition Engine
Abstract: This study examines, without modifying the engine, the performance, emissions, and combustion properties of biodiesel blends made from Chlorella vulgaris microalgae in a four-stroke, single-cylinder, water-cooled CI engine. The blends of biodiesel and diesel, designated B10, B20, B30, and B40, were 10%, 20%, 30%, and 40%, respectively. Of these, B20 showed the best efficiency-to-emissions ratio. Although it recorded the lowest brake specific fuel consumption of 0.232 kg/kWh, indicating superior fuel …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 339–354 Read article
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Dynamic Simulation of Load-Responsive Vapor Compression Refrigeration Systems
Abstract: Because of their dependable operation and effectiveness, vapor compression refrigeration systems, or vapor compression refrigeration (VCRS), have become popular in commercial, industrial, and residential settings. However, under different thermal loads, classic vapor compression refrigeration (VCR) systems may perform less well in that they are usually built for steady-state conditions and run at consistent speeds. In order to improve a load-responsive VCR system’s flexibility, energy efficiency, and response to changing cooling …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Injection Pressure Optimization for Non-edible Biodiesel Blends in CRDI Engines: A Comparative Study
Abstract: The growing demand for clean and sustainable energy has increased interest in biodiesel produced from non-edible oil sources. These fuels are renewable, biodegradable, and do not compete with food resources. However, the effective use of biodiesel blends in modern diesel engines requires proper control of fuel injection parameters, particularly injection pressure. In common rail direct injection (CRDI) engines, injection pressure strongly influences spray formation, air–fuel mixing, combustion behaviour, and exhaust …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Production Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 24–34 Read article
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Recent developments in Nano technology applications in direct absorbing solar collectors: A Review
Abstract: Solar energy harnessing is widely promoted amongst the nations so as to encourage environment conservation. Use of solar energy is very important in the context of global warming and decrease in carbon dioxide generations. Here it becomes important for the researchers to find new methods for optimum utilization of solar energy in collectors by design modifications thereby reducing heat losses along with considering the reductions in high initial costs. Addition …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 23–34 Read article
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Effect of Compression Ratio on Petro-DEE Fuelled HCCI Engine
Abstract: In compression ignition engines, soot-NOx paradox is extremely challenging issue, which remains to be resolved. Homogeneous charge compression ignition is a new combustion concept that gives benefits such as diesel like efficiency and resolves the problem of high level of NOx and PM simultaneously. It gives very high rate of heat release which cannot be easily controlled. The present work deals with development of HCCI engine and experimental investigations on …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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CFD Analysis of Tree Shaped Fin Array on Flat and Symmetrical Wedge Shaped Base Plate
Abstract: Heat generated from electronic chips is usually siphoned off by placing a heat sink. Due to the poor heat transfer capability of air extended surfaces are used as heat sink. Constant research is being carried out on the selection of geometry and material of extended surface for effective heat transfer. In the present work CFD analysis (ANSYS 14) is done on Tree fin array using FLUENT on a flat shaped …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Feasibility of Optimized Heat Source Assisted Combustion in Solid Rocket Motors
Abstract: Advances in rocket propulsion have a predominant role in space exploration developments. As an active chemical propulsion system, the efficiency of operations depends largely upon the nature of the combustion process and related energy transfer. Modern rockets are well known to epitomizes a distinct area of propulsion assisted by external thermal source(s)/rocket boosters. The presence of external heat source(s) encourages high possibility of fire risk/ hazards, which can adequately threaten …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 12–25 Read article
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Effect of Global Warming on Livestock Production and Reproduction: An Overview
Abstract: Global warming refers to the increase in the earth’s average temperature due to the accumulation of green house gases in the atmosphere. Due to global warming, there is a climate change which poses alarming challenge to the development of livestock sector in India with an anticipated rise in temperature between 2.3 and 4.8°C together with increased precipitation. This causes thermal stress to animals. Effect of thermal stress on animal health …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 12–18 Read article