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295 articles for “heat engine”
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Real-Time Edge Detection Camera Module Using Discrete Taylor Transform and Heat Equation (PDE): An Applied Mathematical Approach
Abstract: In modern digital signal processing, the capability for denoising and smoothing in real time is very important in scientific, engineering, and industrial applications. This paper presents an efficient hybrid framework that merges two mathematically sound methods, namely, DTT and PDE defined as the Heat Equation, to robustly denoise a signal with minimal distortion. The model addresses one of the most challenging tasks in signal restoration, which maintains the fidelity of …
Published in Current Trends in Signal Processing · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Thermal Performance of Flat Tube Louver Fin Heat Exchanger using Artificial Neural Network
Abstract: In this paper, an application of artificial neural networks (ANNs) is presented to predict the outlet temperatures on both fluid side of flat tube louver fin type heat exchanger used in flat tube louver fin heat exchanger. A validated numerical code is developed using MATLAB to generate huge data sets which gives outlet temperature of both the fluids. Three-layer feed-forward back propagation neural network is developed to model the thermal …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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One Dimensional Thermal Model for Heat Flow in Friction Stud Welding
Abstract: Friction stud welding is a solid-state process in which the heat for welding is produced by direct conversion of mechanical energy to thermal energy at the interface of the components without the application of electric energy or heat from other external sources. Since it is thermal energy process, study of thermal behavior of dissimilar metals during friction stud welding process is important. Though there exist many thermal models for friction …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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A Review on Mathematical Modeling and Experimental Investigation of Heat Pipe Evacuated Tube Solar Collector
Abstract: This paper presents the literature survey of mathematical modeling and experimental investigation of heat pipe evacuated tube solar collectors. Heat pipe evacuated tube solar collectors are used for industrial applications where temperature requirement is higher, i.e. more than 100°C. Heat pipe evacuated tube solar collectors are having better performance compared to flat plate solar collectors and simple evacuate tube solar collectors. The performance of the heat pipe evacuated tube solar …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Performance Investigation of Evacuated Tube Solar Heating System: A Review
Abstract: The solar energy is the most abundant and eco-friendly source of energy on earth. It is the most readily available source of renewable energy on the earth; the earth receives millions of watt of energy per day which is coming in the form of solar radiation. Solar energy is captured by several conventional and new type of solar collectors of which the evacuated solar collector is the most efficient and …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Low-Grade Heat Recovery: Emerging Materials and Systems for Efficient Utilization
Abstract: Low-grade heat (LGH), generally characterized by temperatures below 200°C, constitutes a significant portion of wasted thermal energy in industrial, commercial, and even residential processes. Despite its vast availability, the efficient recovery and utilization of LGH remains underdeveloped due to its inherently low exergy content and the limitations of traditional heat recovery technologies. The creation of cutting-edge materials and creative system-level approaches for LGH recovery has accelerated significantly as companies continue …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Metamaterial-Based Thermal Shielding Structures for Reusable Hypersonic Space Transportation Systems
Abstract: The rapid development of reusable hypersonic space transportation systems has intensified the need for advanced thermal protection technologies capable of withstanding extreme aerodynamic heating conditions encountered during atmospheric re-entry and sustained hypersonic flight. Conventional thermal shielding materials often suffer from high structural weight, limited adaptability, thermal fatigue, and degradation under repeated thermal cycling. This study proposes a novel Metamaterial-Based Thermal Shielding Structure for Reusable Hypersonic Space Transportation Systems, integrating engineered …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Numerical Study of Natural Convection Heat Transfer in Porous Particles Through Composite Filters
Abstract: The study of heat transmission through porous materials within the confines of reactor configurations stands as a pivotal realm of inquiry in the realms of engineering and the applied sciences, possessing wide-ranging applications spanning from soil mechanics to the refinement of heat exchange systems. Porous substances, distinguished by their interconnected voids or interstices, present an array of reactor forms that profoundly shape the flow of fluids and the conveyance of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 268–279 Read article
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Synthesis of YSZ nanopowders by using PVA-metallic nitrate combustion method
Abstract: Yttria-stabilized zirconia (8YSZ) powder is widely used as a thermal barrier coatings material for various aeronautical gas turbine engine components and structures operating in high temperature environment as well as for the nozzle of solid rocket engine due to its relatively high thermal expansion coefficient, thermal reflectivity, low thermal and good corrosion resistance. The synthesis of single or composite metal oxides by combustion of metal-polyvinyl alcohol gel precursors (Me-PVA) has …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Potential, Principles, and Applications of Microwave Energy
Abstract: Microwave energy 300 MHz to 300 GHz electromagnetic radiation is essential to modern science and technology. Its applications include telecommunications, medicine, industrial processing, and renewable energy, despite its association with kitchen appliances. Microwave energy generation, transmission, and material interaction are covered in this article. It emphasises wireless communication, radar, medical therapies, and microwave- assisted chemical processes. The study also examines new developments in microwave engineering, such as the creation of …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–39 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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Review on Evaluation Techniques Such as DOE and ANN Used for Evaluate Heat Flow Parameters for Resistance Spot Welding
Abstract: Resistance spot welding is a widely used process of metal joining in industries. In resistance spot welding process, the time of welding is very little so, during welding process maintenance of high accuracy and precision is very difficult. Resistance spot welding has a wide application in automobile industry, household and domestic appliances manufacturing industry and fabrication industry like air craft manufacturing industry. For better output quality of product, save time …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Emerging Trend from Heat Exchange Nano-Fluids
Abstract: This review is description of nano-fluid forms to use as energy intense at exchanged energy sectors, mechanical engineering, and bio-medical fields. Well dispersed nano-particles inclusive in this article to subject emerging issued forms. Nano-fluid manufacture has subjecting two arena one where colloid free and other, where colloid fame as of bio-medical measures of imaging and analysis. In heat exchange, nano-fluid’s degradation as of particulates devaluate effective measures from thermal diffusivity …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Analysis of Mechanical Properties of EN 24 Steel After Austempering and Martempering
Abstract: :- The mechanical properties of steel decide its applicability for a particular condition. Heat treatment processes are commonly used to enhance the required properties of steel. The present work aims at experimentally investigating the effects of normalizing, Austempering and timed quenching on AISI 4340 steel. The material was machined to ASTM standards and then different tests like microstructure analysis, hardness test, impact test, and were carried out after the heat …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Numerical Investigation of Forced Convection Heat Transfer over a Plate with Nozzle Plate
Abstract: In the past two decades, many technical 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 affecting the convective heat transfer. Some of them presenting important correlations for Nusselt number are collected here. Keywords: Correlation, forced convection, heat …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 34–40 Read article
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Application of a Centralized Solar Powered Air-conditioning System for an Engineering College Building in Kolkata Region
Abstract: Adaptive cooling technique has been proposed as an energy efficient strategy for a centralized HVAC system in summer environment. Energy consumption is basically defined as an effort to minimize unnecessary energy consumption as by-product of the required energy consumption or to minimize the gap between required energy consumption and final energy consumption. There is a developing, state government trend of installing renewable energy in Kolkata. One area of interest is …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Simulation of Dual Microstructure Heat Treatment Process and Residual Stresses in Gas Turbine Disc by DeformHT Software
Abstract: Gas turbine disc is one of the most vital components in advanced gas engine. In order to improve the tensile strength and fatigue strength of the disc, finer grain size is to be attained at bore area and coarser grain structure at rim area in order to resist the growth of creep. Attempts have been made by several researchers experimentally on the development of dual microstructure for Inconel-718 by heat …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 30–42 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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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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A Review on Waste Heat Recovery Processes and a Proposed Scheme for Commercial Establishments
Abstract: AbstractWhen the matter of harvesting waste heat is considered, the major questions that arise are the amount of waste heat generated and the efficiency of conversion of the same into useful energy. This paper reviews recent research on waste heat recovery and also proposes an idea of how we can harness waste heat from commercial establishments using Thermopiles / Thermoelectric Generators and use that electrical energy for low power loads. …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article