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160 articles for “heat transfer fluid”
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Significance of Nanoparticles in Phase Change Materials as Heat Transfer Fluid for Solar Heat Absorption
Abstract: The utilization of solar energy as a sustainable and eco-friendly power source has gained significant traction in recent years, with innovations constantly evolving to improve efficiency and effectiveness.one such innovation lies in the integration of nanoparticles into phase change materials (PCMs) to enhance their heat transfer capabilities, making them ideal candidates for solar heat absorption applications. This paper delves into the significance of nanoparticles in PCMs as heat transfer fluids …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 57–65 Read article
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Importance of Phase Change Materials in Heat Transfer Fluids for Solar Heat Absorption
Abstract: Solar heat absorption involves capturing and storing solar energy for later use. Phase change materials play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency of heat transfer fluids in solar thermal systems and are integral to the optimization of heat transfer fluids in solar thermal systems. Their ability to store and release thermal energy efficiently, regulate temperatures, and enhance overall system performance makes them a valuable component in the transition towards …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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On Suitability of Supercritical Carbon Dioxide As Heat Transfer Fluid in Flat Plate Solar Collector
Abstract: In the present article, carbon dioxide is proposed as a heat transfer fluid for flat-plate solar thermal collector. Energetic, exergetic and economic analyses of flat plate collector using supercritical CO2 have been done and compared with conventional fluid (water) as well as advanced fluid (nanofluids). Effects of zonal ambient temperature and incident solar radiation on collector efficiency, irreversibility, second law efficiency and collector size reduction are presented. Due to lower …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 33–41 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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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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Comparative Performance of Phase Change Materials for Solar Thermal Storage System
Abstract: This paper is aimed at understanding the melting behavior of different Phase Change Materials (PCM) encapsulated in a spherical capsule. The melting process of PCM enclosed in spherical capsule has been investigated computationally and experimentally in the range of parameters useful for solar water heating applications. CFD predictions of the melting of two different PCMs viz. savE® HS-58 and Paraffin wax (PW) inside a spherical capsule have been obtained. Experiments …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Solution of Power Crisis in Remote Hill Tracks of Bangladesh
Abstract: The demand of electric energy is rising in secluded areas of Bangladesh more than ever. But Bangladesh is still facing problem to solve the energy crises of its much larger urban demands. So it is important to find other sources of energy. Renewable energy can be a great solution to solve this problem. In this paper, we mainly focused on providing the need of energy of rural and remote areas …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 18–28 Read article
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Experimental Analysis of a Novel Parabolic Trough Receiver for Direct Steam Generation
Abstract: Abstract In this paper, experimental study of a parabolic trough collector and novel receiver with concentric tubes (C-PTR) for direct steam generation is presented. The performance of the C-PTR system is extensively studied by varying the parameters such as the direct normal irradiance, the mass flow rate, the type of circulation and the amount of phase change material (PCM). The maximum thermal efficiency achieved using C-PTR is averaged about 58% …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 35–40 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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A Review of Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer in Impinging Jet System
Abstract: Fluid flow and heat transfer in impinging air jet are of great importance in different engineering applications. The review concentrates on heat transfer studies in impinging air jet based on Nozzle geometry, Reynolds No, Nozzle to plate spacing, Nozzles with arrays or mesh screens, porous plates, oblique angle, plate geometry, plate surfaces and cross flow of jet and incorporates two major parts namely, experimental and numerical methodologies. Experimental methodologies employ …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Numerical Simulation of Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer Enhancement in a Circular Wavy Channel
Abstract: The present study focuses on the computation of fully developed flow and heat transfer through a stationary circular wavy-walled duct. The fluid temperature at the channel inlet (Tin) is taken less than that of the walls (Tw). The governing equations are numerically solved in the domain by the control volume approach based on the SIMPLE technique. The circular wavy channel of 2.0 m length are tested in the current work; …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Numerical Investigations of Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer in a Ribbed Heated Duct with Variable Aspect Ratios
Abstract: The present investigation has been carried out to investigate the steady-state forced convection heat transfer and pressure drop characteristics of turbulent flow in an air cooled horizontal duct. The aspect ratio (W/H, where W is width and H is the height of the duct) is varied in the range of 1 to 4. Square ribs are fixed on the inner side of the bottom wall which is heated with constant …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 27–37 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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Effect of hybrid plant-based cutting fluid in turning operation of EN19 steel and modelling of heat transfer equation for multiple phase colloids
Abstract: This article describes a project where an alternative to conventional Mineral Oil (MO) based cutting fluids is tried on the turning operation of steel samples. The deposit of petroleum is getting depleted day by day, the pollution due to fossil fuel is increasing exponentially and petroleum is getting more and more expensive. Due to these reasons, nonpetroleum (MO) based alternative cutting fluids have been in business for quite a while. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 175–185 Read article
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Boiling Heat Transfer Enhancement on Macro-, Micro- and Nano-scales
Abstract: This paper presents a review of investigations on boiling heat transfer enhancement on macro-, micro- and nano-scale surfaces and fluids by the authors at the Moscow Power Engineering Institute (MPEI) plus known results of other researchers. These investigations were conducted with the purpose of increasing safety and efficiency of power generating systems. The investigations were focused on such problems as effective cooling at high heat flux (1 MW/m2 and more), …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2-3, 2012 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Thermal Conductivity and Viscosity of Phase Change Material (NaNOᴣ and KNOᴣ) with Different Concentrations of ZnO Polymer Nanofluids for Solar Energy Absorption
Abstract: When evaluating the effectiveness of solar heat absorption methods or solar thermal energy storage systems (TESS), heat transfer fluid is a crucial element. Thermal conductivity and usable heat obtained for any industrial or immediate power plant efficiency are improved by the distinctive refining of Heat Transfer Fluid (HFT). The phase change material used in this study, known as solar salt is a blend of 60% NaNO3 and 40% KNO3. It …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 25–35 Read article
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Modelling the Reliability and unreliability of Selected Gas Plant Units
Abstract: This research demonstrates the reliability analysis of some units of some selected Gas Plant. In the study, unit plants of reboiler, stripper, cooling, compressor, acid dehydrated, heat transfer fluid, expander, and liquefaction were examined in terms of reliability and unreliability for a period of eight years. The results obtained revealed decrease in reliability value of unit plant with increase in period of utilization, whereas unreliability and cost increased with increase …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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THEORETICAL ANALYSIS OF ADVANCED PARABOLIC RECEIVER FOR DIRECT STEAM GENERATION
Abstract: Solar thermal power generation using water as a Heat Transfer Fluid (HTF) has gained interest recently, due to its ability to generate steam directly from the receiver tube. In this paper, a new theoretical model of receiver called Concentric Parabolic Trough Receiver (C-PTR) for direct steam generation is presented. The proposed model consists of Phase change material (PCM) sandwiched between two concentric cylindrical tubes. Binary Solar Salt commercially known as …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 Read article
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The Impact of High-Performance Computing on FEA and CFD Simulations
Abstract: The integration of advanced simulation techniques, such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), has transformed mechanical design by enabling engineers to develop optimized, efficient, and reliable systems. FEA is widely applied to analyze structural mechanics, thermal stresses, and vibrations, offering detailed insights into material behavior and design performance. On the other hand, CFD focuses on simulating fluid flow, heat transfer, and aerodynamic performance, making it indispensable …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 26–35 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