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277 articles for “heat-conduction”
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Effectiveness of Moist Heat Application on Elderly Orthopedic Clients at Selected Urban Community Area, Bengaluru
Abstract: Pain is a distressing sensory and emotional experience that arises from actual or potential tissue damage. It is a multifaceted phenomenon that extends beyond physical discomfort, encompassing emotional and psychological aspects as well. Individuals who recognize that pain management not only enhances comfort but also accelerates the healing process are more inclined to seek or administer appropriate treatment. In order to educate the elderly orthopedic clients, this study was conducted …
Published in International Journal of Orthopedic Nursing and Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Review on Recent Automotive Experimental Applications of Nano Coolants
Abstract: An automotive car radiator consists water and ethylene glycol as conventional coolants for many years Water and ethylene glycol are heat transfer fluids, which have low thermal conductivity and these techniques comes under nanotechnology and with ages of advancement these fluid are known as “nanofluids” which has the speciality higher thermal conductivity than conventional coolants. The mentioned article is highlighted on the research and numeric carried out from pre- researchers …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Enhanced Heat Transfer in Double Pipe Heat Exchanger with Circular Fins Using Copper Nanofluid and Twisted Tape Inserts: A Computational Study
Abstract: The enhancement of convective heat transfer in a double-pipe heat exchanger utilizing circular finned twisted tape inserts and helical screw-tapes with centre rods, in conjunction with copper oxide nanofluid as the heat transfer medium was studied in this project. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations were conducted across Reynolds numbers ranging from 500 to 5000 to analyse heat transfer characteristics. The investigation focuses on Nusselt number improvement and friction factor analysis …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 11–22 Read article
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Theoretical modelling of heat transfer in non-homogeneous porous media
Abstract: The paper is focused on the study and analysis of heat transfer in geothermal substrates made up of non-homogeneous porous media. The paper analyses the influence of porosity on the heat transfer as a result of the combination of conduction and convection mechanisms that take place in non-homogeneous porous materials. As a result of the combined effect heat transfer is not homogeneously distributed throughout the cross section of the geothermal …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 44–51 Read article
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Digitally Tunable Dual-Phase Polymer–PCM Composites for IoT-Based Adaptive Thermal Management in Smart Buildings
Abstract: This study presents the design and development of digitally tunable dual-phase polymer–phase change material (PCM) composites for advanced thermal management in smart building applications. The composite is based on a hybrid polymer matrix comprising thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) and a crosslinked polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) gel, reinforced with paraffin microencapsulated PCM and hydrated salt PCM to achieve multi-stage thermal energy storage. The polymer composite architecture enables enhanced structural integrity, high encapsulation efficiency …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 147–157 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of 3D-Printed and Molded Shape-Stabilized Phase Change Composites
Abstract: Thermal energy storage (TES) has become essential for efficiently storing and utilizing thermal energy across applications like industrial heating, power plants, batteries, medical devices, food preservation, and aerospace technology. Because of their high energy density, affordability, and environmental friendliness, phase change materials, or PCMs, are employed extensively. However, challenges like poor thermal conductivity and leakage limit their performance. To address these issues, 3D printing has emerged as a powerful tool …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 184–192 Read article
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Mechanism of Microwave: Material Interaction and Its Effect on Material Properties
Abstract: Application of microwave energy for materials processing is emerging as a novel and innovative technology with many advantages over conventional processing, such as reduction in processing time resulting into energy and cost savings, providing finer microstructures, leading to improved mechanical properties and eco-friendliness etc. Microwaves are electromagnetic waves with wavelengths ranging from 1 m to 1 mm, which correspond to frequencies between 0.3 and 300 GHz. Microwave heating is a …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 18, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 11–14 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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PARAMETRIC ANALYSIS OF ENERGY SAVING IN BUILDING WALLS BY APPLYING VARIOUS INSULATION MATERIALS
Abstract: The parameters which include Present Worth Factor, the wall structure, thermal conductivity of insulation material, thickness of insulation and the heating /cooling load of building, affect the energy savings in buildings. This study focuses on parametric analysis of the energy savings for building walls by using insulations (Expended Polystyrene and Glass wool). The annual energy requirements of house have been obtained by heating Degree-Days (DD) concept. For economic analysis, the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 113–118 Read article
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Cu-H2O Nano-Fluid Effect on Buoyancy Driven Flow in 2D Enclosure
Abstract: System miniaturization resulting in exponential increase of the heat in electronic devices, to serve this purpose we need some adequate quality heat cooling devices and materials, due to the limitation of conventional cooling process. Suspension of nano-particles in the base fluid called nano-fluid, shows prominent increase in the heat transfer and can be one of appropriate option which can be answer to this problem. Present work deals with numerical simulation …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Thermoelectric Waste Heat Recovery from Industrial Exhaust Systems Using Nanostructured Hybrid Heat Exchangers
Abstract: The efficient utilization of industrial waste heat has become a critical strategy for improving energy efficiency, reducing fossil fuel consumption, and minimizing greenhouse gas emissions in modern manufacturing sectors. This study proposes a thermoelectric waste heat recovery (TWHR) system integrated with a nanostructured hybrid heat exchanger to enhance heat transfer performance and maximize electrical power generation from high-temperature industrial exhaust streams. The proposed system employs nanostructured surface modifications combined with …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Thermo-Mechanical and Electrical Properties of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube-Enhanced Polyimide Composites for Aerospace Thermal Protection Systems
Abstract: Advanced aerospace thermal protection systems (TPS) require multifunctional materials that simultaneously provide high thermal stability, mechanical strength, and reliable electrical performance. Polyimide (PI) is widely used in aerospace structures due to its lightweight design and exceptional thermal durability, yet its low thermal conductivity and insulating behavior limit its effectiveness in heat dissipation and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding applications. This study addresses these limitations by developing multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT)-reinforced polyimide …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 966–982 Read article
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Exploration of Copper Oxide PVA/PEG Paraffin Polymer Composites for Enhanced Thermal Performance of Nano-Enhanced Phase Change Materials and Their Environmental Impact
Abstract: This study investigates the synthesis, characterization, and application of copper oxide (CuO) nanoparticles integrated into polymer-based paraffin wax composites for advanced thermal management applications. CuO nanoparticles were synthesized using a wet chemical approach and characterized through X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and dynamic light scattering (DLS), confirming their crystalline structure, morphology, and nanoscale size distribution. The synthesized nanoparticles were incorporated into polymer-supported phase change …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 156–173 Read article
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Enhancing Heat Transfer in Exchangers: Nanoparticle-enhanced Fluids for Improved Thermal Performance
Abstract: This research investigates the utilization of nanoparticle-enhanced fluids to improve the thermal performance of heat exchangers. Heat exchangers play a pivotal role in numerous industrial applications and energy systems, necessitating continuous efforts to enhance their efficiency. Nanotechnology has recently emerged as a promising avenue for achieving this goal. The study begins with a comprehensive review of existing literature, highlighting the significance of heat exchangers and the potential benefits of incorporating …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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Optimizing Heat Transfer Performance in CO2 Finned-Tube Gas Coolers: A Comparative CFD Study of Design Variations
Abstract: Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and mathematical analysis are used in this study to examine the heat transfer efficiency of CO2 fined tube gas coolers. To maximize heat transfer efficiency, CFD simulations were carried out on a variety of gas cooler designs with variable fin geometry, including offset strip fins, using the ANSYS Fluent program. Under the baseline design, there was a finned tube cooler measuring 610 mm in length, …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Fluent Simulation & Analysis of Earth Heat Exchanger with Air as a Cooling Medium
Abstract: Because of the temperatures differential between the environment and the subsurface, an Earth Air Tube Heat Exchanger (EATHE) uses the thermal energy of the ground for air conditioners in the winter and air cooling in the summer. Everyone can lower the amount of energy needed for space heating or cooling with the aid of EATHE. However, it is challenging to create precise energy simulations and designs for calculating surface heat …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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Thermal and Morphological Characterization of Rice Starch–Charcoal Composites for Eco-Friendly Engineering Applications
Abstract: This work focuses on the development and evaluation of rice starch–charcoal–based composite materials to overcome the limitations of natural composites with low thermal properties. In order to examine the impact of filler concentration on thermal and structural performance, eight composite specimens were created by altering the ratios of rice starch and charcoal. TGA, DTA, AFM, SEM, and measurements of thermal conductivity and effusivity were used to thoroughly characterize the composites. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1286–1297 Read article
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Studying the Effectiveness of Solar Thermal Collectors Using Nanofluid
Abstract: Energy plays a crucial role in the technological growth that humanity is now experiencing. However, new avenues for energy generation and consumption have also been made possible by this advancement in science and technology. Another major factor driving up energy needs is an increase in population density. Carbon footprints are being left on the environment by fossil fuels, which are running out more quickly. Dependence on renewable energy sources, which …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 16, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Stretchable Elastomer–PCM Composites with Bluetooth-Enabled Temperature Monitoring for Wearable Healthcare IoT Devices
Abstract: The rapid advancement of wearable healthcare technologies has created a growing demand for multifunctional polymer composites capable of simultaneously providing mechanical flexibility, thermal energy management, electrical conductivity, sensing capability, and wireless communication. In this study, a stretchable elastomer-based polymer composite integrated with a phase-change material and a Bluetooth Low Energy temperature monitoring system was developed for wearable healthcare Internet-of-Things applications. The polymer composite was fabricated using an Ecoflex silicone elastomer …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 241–257 Read article
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Coupled Magneto–Thermal–Diffusion Transport in an Unsteady Maxwell Polymer Fluid with Activation Energy over a Porous Stretching Surface
Abstract: The present study investigates the combined effects of activation energy and diffusion-thermo (Dufour) processes on unsteady magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) flow, heat, and mass transfer of a Maxwell viscoelastic fluid past a porous exponentially stretching vertical sheet. The electrically conducting and incompressible polymeric fluid flows through a saturated porous medium under a transverse magnetic field. The governing momentum, energy, and concentration equations are transformed into nonlinear ordinary differential equations using similarity transformations …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 581–590 Read article