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ASME 2010 8th International Conference on Nanochannels, Microchannels, and Minichannels collocated with 3rd Joint US-European Fluids Engineering Summer Meeting

August 1–5, 2010

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Conference Sponsors:

ISBN:

978-0-7918-5450-1

In This Volume

8th International Conference on Nanochannels, Microchannels, and Minichannels (233)

ASME 2010 8th International Conference on Nanochannels, Microchannels, and Minichannels: Parts A and B

8th International Conference on Nanochannels, Microchannels, and Minichannels

Biomedical

Nanoparticle-Coated Microtubes for the Manipulation of Cancer Cells

Robin Zhou, Andrew Hughes, Jane L. Liesveld, Michael R. King

ICNMM 2010; 1-7doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30168

Topics: Cancer , Nanoparticles , Stem cells , Coatings , Assaying , Biomedicine , Blood , Bone , Proteins , Shear stress

Neutrophil Motion, Adhesion and Activation in an In Vitro Micropipette Model of a Lung Capillary

David F. J. Tees, Prithu Sundd, Young Eun Choi, Douglas J. Goetz, Anand Pai, Steven Rogers

ICNMM 2010; 9-19doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30177

Topics: Adhesion , Lung , Density , Geometry , Glass , Leukocytes , Vessels

Pressure Drop in Microchannels Filled With Porous Media

A. Tamayol, A. Khosla, B. Gray, M. Bahrami

ICNMM 2010; 21-30doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30559

Topics: Microchannels , Porous materials , Pressure drop , Cylinders , Flow (Dynamics) , Permeability , Dimensions , Fibers , Lithography , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry

Micro-PIV and CFD Studies Show Non-Uniform Wall Shear Stress Distributions Over Endothelial Cells

Sharul S. Dol, M. Mehdi Salek, Kayla D. Viegas, Kristina D. Rinker, Robert J. Martinuzzi

ICNMM 2010; 31-39doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30605

Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Endothelial cells , Flow (Dynamics) , Shear stress

A Numerical Investigation for Nano-Particles Deposition in Realistic Geometry of Deviant Human Nasal Airways

Hajar Moghadas, Omid Abouali, Abolhasan Faramarzi, Behtash Tavakoli, Goodarz Ahmadi

ICNMM 2010; 41-49doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30661

Topics: Geometry , Nanoparticles , Flow (Dynamics) , Particulate matter , Computerized tomography , Computers , Simulation results , Steady state , Three-dimensional models

Microfluidic Formation of Hydrogel Microparticles for Drug Delivery

Amy Betz, Hanwei Zhang, Weiliam Chen, Daniel Attinger

ICNMM 2010; 51-55doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30717

Topics: Drug delivery systems , Hydrogels , Microfluidics , Microparticles , Flow (Dynamics) , Particulate matter , Biodegradation , Polymers

Validated Reduced Order Models for Simulating Trajectories of Bio-Inspired Artificial Micro-Swimmers

Ahmet Fatih Tabak, Serhat Yesilyurt

ICNMM 2010; 57-63doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30857

Topics: Biomimetics , Robots , Actuators , Degrees of freedom , Transients (Dynamics) , Waves , Bacteria , Biomedicine , Computational fluid dynamics , Conceptual design

Multi-Scale Particle Simulation of Red Blood Cell in Microcirculation

Anurag Kumar, Toru Yamada, Mohammad Faghri

ICNMM 2010; 65-72doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31080

Topics: Erythrocytes , Particle dynamics , Particulate matter , Simulation

Effect of Shear Rate on Thrombus Growth

Elham Tolouei, Andreas Fouras, Josie Carberry

ICNMM 2010; 73-78doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31090

Topics: Shear rate , Thrombosis , Platelets , Hemodynamics , Blood , Geometry , Shear (Mechanics) , Wounds

Boiling and Condensation

Statistical Modelling of Bubble Nucleation and Heat Transfer Using Interface Tracking in TransAT CMFD Code

Chidambaram Narayanan, Siju Thomas, Djamel Lakehal

ICNMM 2010; 79-84doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30139

Topics: Bubbles , Heat transfer , Modeling , Nucleation (Physics) , Evaporation , Flux (Metallurgy) , Accounting , Boiling , Computer simulation , Engineering simulation

A Visualization Study During Flow Boiling of R134a in a Horizontal Microchannel

Rashid Ali, Bjo¨rn Palm, Mohammad H. Maqbool

ICNMM 2010; 85-94doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30218

Topics: Boiling , Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Two-phase flow , Visualization

Pressure Drop During Condensation in Microchannels

Tian Yi Song, Guang Xu Yu, Xue Hu Ma, John W. Rose, Hua Sheng Wang

ICNMM 2010; 95-99doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30230

Topics: Condensation , Microchannels , Pressure drop , Heat transfer , Thermocouples , Computational methods , Coolants , Copper , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry

High Resolution Measurement of Wall Temperature Distribution During Forced Convective Boiling in a Single Minichannel

Nils Schweizer, Martin Freystein, Peter Stephan

ICNMM 2010; 101-108doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30273

Topics: Boiling , Resolution (Optics) , Wall temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Bubbly flow , Cooling systems , Energy budget (Physics) , Flux (Metallurgy) , Heat

Formation Mechanism and Characteristics of Liquid Microlayer in Mini-Gap Boiling System

Yaohua Zhang, Yoshio Utaka

ICNMM 2010; 109-114doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30281

Topics: Boiling , Bubbles , Ethanol , Fluids , Glass , Heating , Lasers , Liquid films , Plates (structures) , Quartz

Experimental Study of Nucleate Boiling Performance on Several Types of the Mixed-Wettability Pattern Surface by Micro/Milli-Sized Hydrophobic Patterns

HangJin Jo, Soon Ho Kang, Ho Seon Ahn, Moo Hwan Kim

ICNMM 2010; 115-120doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30428

Topics: Nucleate boiling , Heat transfer , Bubbles , Critical heat flux , Heart failure , Heating , Silicon , Boiling , Design , Furnaces

Flow Boiling of Water on Nanocoated Surfaces in a Microchannel

Hai Trieu Phan, Nadia Caney, Philippe Marty, Ste´phane Colasson, Je´roˆme Gavillet

ICNMM 2010; 121-127doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30478

Topics: Boiling , Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Water , Carbon , Atmospheric pressure , Diamonds , Heat flux , Heat transfer coefficients , Silicon

Network Analysis of Non-Uniformly Heated Evaporative Micro-Channel Systems

Hee Joon Lee, Shi-chune Yao

ICNMM 2010; 129-136doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30524

Topics: Microchannels , Network analysis , Heating , Cutting , Flow (Dynamics) , Wall temperature

An Analysis of Saturated Critical Heat Flux in Micro/Mini-Channels

Zan Wu, Wei Li, Zhike Wang

ICNMM 2010; 137-146doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30603

Topics: Boiling , Critical heat flux

Microstructure Devices for Water Evaporation

Juergen J. Brandner, Eugen Anurjew, Edgar Hansjosten, Stefan Maikowske, Ulrich Schygulla, Alice Vittoriosi

ICNMM 2010; 147-154doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30700

Topics: Evaporation , Water , Microchannels , Steam , Superheating , Gases , Geometry , Blanks , Chemical processes , Dimensions

Reduced-Order Fluidic Model for Flow Instabilities in Two-Phase Microfluidic Heat Exchangers

Josef L. Miler, Gamal Refai-Ahmed, Maxat N. Touzelbaev, Milnes P. David, Julie E. Steinbrenner, Kenneth E. Goodson

ICNMM 2010; 155-161doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30878

Topics: Flow instability , Heat exchangers , Microfluidics , Bubbles , Flow (Dynamics) , Circuits , Modeling , Transients (Dynamics) , Boiling , Cooling

Pool Boiling Heat Transfer and Bubble Dynamics Over Plain and Enhanced Microchannels

Dwight Cooke, Satish G. Kandlikar

ICNMM 2010; 163-172doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31147

Topics: Bubbles , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Heat transfer , Microchannels , Pool boiling , Heat , Heat flux , Computer cooling , Coolants , Cooling

Chemical Reactions

Parametric Study of an Autothermal Micro Surface Reactor for Hydrogen Production

M. H. Akbari, A. H. Sharafian Ardakani, M. Andisheh Tadbir

ICNMM 2010; 173-180doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30010

Topics: Hydrogen production , Fuels , Methane , Catalysts , Computational fluid dynamics , Finite volume methods , Flow (Dynamics) , Fuel cells , Hydrogen , Kinetic energy

Numerical Simulation of a Mini-Channel Three-Way Catalytic Converter

M. H. Akbari, R. Roohi, S. A. Asaee

ICNMM 2010; 181-191doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30239

Topics: Catalytic converters , Computer simulation , Temperature , Chemical reactions , Flow (Dynamics) , Pollution , Three-dimensional models

Heat Transfer Limitations of Gas-Liquid Exothermic Reactions in Microchannels

Norbert Kockmann, Michael Gottsponer

ICNMM 2010; 193-199doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30389

Topics: Heat transfer , Microchannels , Chemical reactions , Bubbles , Chemical kinetics , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Mass transfer

Prediction of Chemical Reaction Yield in a Microreactor and Development of a Pilot Plant Using the Numbering-Up of Microreactors

Shigenori Togashi, Yukako Asano, Yoshishige Endo

ICNMM 2010; 201-207doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30532

Topics: Chemical reactions , Reaction rate constants , Flow (Dynamics) , Performance evaluation , Simulation , Simulation results

Numerical Modeling of a Mini/Microchannel Reactor for Methane-Steam Reforming

Daniel Peterson, Sourabh V. Apte, Vinod Narayanan, John Schmitt

ICNMM 2010; 209-216doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31192

Topics: Computer simulation , Methane , Microchannels , Steam , Heat , Nickel , Boundary-value problems , Catalysts , Density , Heat flux

Digital Microfluidics

A Finite Element Model for Predicting the Collapse of Short and Large Two-Line Patterns During Drying Process in Photolithography

Seyed Farshid Chini, Alidad Amirfazli

ICNMM 2010; 217-222doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30070

Topics: Collapse , Drying , Finite element model , Photolithography

Prediction and Measurement of Thermal Transport Across Interfaces Between Isotropic Solids and Graphitic Materials

Pamela M. Norris, Justin L. Smoyer, John C. Duda, Patrick E. Hopkins

ICNMM 2010; 223-232doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30171

Topics: Carbon , Carbon nanotubes , Composite materials , Electrical conductance , Graphene , Graphite , Mechanical properties , Metals , Nanostructures , Solids

Nonlinear Localization for Electrowetting-Based Digital Microfluidic Actuation

Milad Abolhasani, Kurt D. Devlin, Homayoun Najjaran, Mina Hoorfar, Jonathan F. Holzman

ICNMM 2010; 233-237doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30222

Topics: Design , Drops , Electrodes , Experimental characterization , Microfluidics

EWOD in Coplanar Electrode Configurations

Rachid Malk, Arnaud Rival, Yves Fouillet, Laurent Davoust

ICNMM 2010; 239-248doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30710

Topics: Electrodes , Drops , Oscillations , Computer software , Flow (Dynamics)

Numerical Multiphysics Modeling of Microdroplet Motion Dynamics in Digital Microfluidic Systems

Ali Ahmadi, Jonathan F. Holzman, Homayoun Najjaran, Mina Hoorfar

ICNMM 2010; 249-253doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30754

Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Microfluidics , Modeling , Transients (Dynamics) , Algorithms , Design , Manufacturing

Effects of Electrode Switching Sequence on EWOD Droplet Manipulation: A Simulation Study

Hamid SadAbadi, Muthukumaran Packirisamy, A. Dolatabadi, Rolf Wuthrich

ICNMM 2010; 255-260doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31212

Topics: Drops , Electrodes , Simulation , Microfluidics , Electric potential , Flow (Dynamics) , Surface energy , Water

Electrokinetic Flows

Generation of Electrokinetic Flow in a Doped Non-Polar Liquid

Dominik P. J. Barz, Michael J. Vogel, Paul H. Steen

ICNMM 2010; 261-262doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30258

Topics: Electrokinetics , Flow (Dynamics) , Surfactants , Electric charge , Water , Agglomeration (Materials) , Particulate matter , Ceramic matrix composites , Drops , Electrical conductivity

Optically Induced Electrokinetic Trapping and Sorting of Colloids

Stuart J. Williams, Aloke Kumar, Steven T. Wereley

ICNMM 2010; 263-269doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30465

Topics: Electrokinetics , Particulate matter , Electrodes , Fluids , Electrical conductivity , Heating , Hydrodynamics , Laser beams

Characterization of Injected Sample Plugs in Microchip Capillary Electrophoresis

Zhanjie Shao, Gerry Schneider, Carolyn Ren

ICNMM 2010; 271-272doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30499

Topics: Electrophoresis , Integrated circuits , Separation (Technology) , Design

Justification of Non-Dimensional Schemes and Identification of Parameters on Modelling Electrokinetic Transport Phenomena in Microchannels

Zhanjie Shao, Gerry Schneider, Carolyn Ren

ICNMM 2010; 273-274doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30533

Topics: Electrokinetics , Microchannels , Modeling , Transport phenomena , Flow (Dynamics) , Electrophoresis , Geometry , Transport processes

Carbon-Based Electric Double Layer Capacitors for Water Desalination

Batya A. Fellman, Muataz Atieh, Evelyn N. Wang

ICNMM 2010; 275-279doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30696

Topics: Capacitors , Carbon , Water , Electrodes , Geometry , Activated carbon , Capacitance , Chemistry , Design , Nanomaterials

Numerical Simulation of Electrostatic Atomization in Spindle Mode

Mohammad Passandideh Fard, Mohammad Reza Mahpeykar, Sajad Pooyan, Mortaza Rahimzadeh

ICNMM 2010; 281-288doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30734

Topics: Algorithms , Computer simulation , Density , Electric charge , Electric fields , Electric potential , Engineering simulation , Shapes , Simulation , Simulation results

A Hybrid Model for the Simulation of Electroosmotic Flows in Microchannels, Induced by Internal Electrodes

Ina Stieglitz, Peter Ehrhard

ICNMM 2010; 289-295doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30750

Topics: Electrodes , Electroosmosis , Microchannels , Simulation , Electric fields , Boundary-value problems , Flow (Dynamics) , Kinematics , Fluids , Modeling

Analytical Treatment of Heat Transfer in Electrokinetic Flows

Jafar Jamaati, Hamid Niazmand, Metin Renksizbulut

ICNMM 2010; 297-303doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30778

Topics: Electrokinetics , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Temperature , Approximation , Electric potential , Fluid dynamics , Microchannels , Navier-Stokes equations

Diffusion Analysis of Chloride in Concrete Following Electrokinetic Nanoparticle Treatment

K. Kupwade-Patil, T. J. John, B. Mathew, H. Cardenas, H. Hegab

ICNMM 2010; 305-312doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31153

Topics: Concretes , Diffusion (Physics) , Electrokinetics , Nanoparticles , Corrosion , Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy , Reinforced concrete , Cements (Adhesives) , Circuits , Corrosion protection

Parametric Study of a Transient Liquid Flow in a Microchannel of Square Cross-Section

Guyh Dituba Ngoma, Amsini Sadiki

ICNMM 2010; 313-321doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31165

Topics: Electroosmosis , Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Transients (Dynamics) , Electric potential , Heat transfer coefficients , Pressure , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer simulation , Dimensions

Modeling and Analysis of Low Voltage Electro-Osmotic Micropump

Jayan Ozhikandathil, Muthukumaran Packirisamy, Ion Stiharu

ICNMM 2010; 323-329doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31213

Topics: Micropumps , Modeling , Electrodes , Manufacturing , Microfluidics , Computer software , Flow (Dynamics) , Glass , Microchannels , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry

Improving the Electrokinetic Properties of PDMS With Surface Treatments

Zeyad Almutairi, Carolyn Ren, Leonardo Simon

ICNMM 2010; 331-333doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31241

Topics: Electrokinetics , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Surface finishing , Microchannels , Microfluidics , Absorption , Electric fields , Electroosmosis , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics

Electronics Cooling

On the Heat Transfer Characteristics of Highly Compact Heat Sinks

Chi-Chuan Wang

ICNMM 2010; 335-341doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30179

Topics: Generators , Heat sinks , Heat transfer , Vortices

Submerged Jet Impingement Boiling of Saturated Water Under Sub-Atmospheric Conditions

Ruander Cardenas, Preeti Mani, Vinod Narayanan

ICNMM 2010; 343-351doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30749

Topics: Boiling , Water , Nozzles , Critical heat flux , Heat transfer , Heat transfer coefficients , Pool boiling , Pressure , Reynolds number

Heat Transfer Enhancement in Microchannel Flow: Presence of Microparticles in a Fluid

Awad B. S. Alquaity, Salem A. Al-Dini, Evelyn N. Wang, Shahzada Z. Shuja, Bekir S. Yilbas, Karl J. Suabedissen

ICNMM 2010; 353-358doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30921

Topics: Fluids , Heat transfer , Microchannel flow , Microparticles , Particulate matter , Microchannels , Pressure drop , Temperature , Temperature distribution , Computer simulation

Numerical Simulation of Confined Nano-Impinging Jet in Microscale Cooling Application Using DSMC Method

M. Darbandi, H. Akhlaghi, A. Karchani, G. E. Schneider

ICNMM 2010; 359-366doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31098

Topics: Computer simulation , Coolants , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat flux , Heat transfer , Knudsen number , Microscale devices , Pressure , Rarefied fluid dynamics

Multi Layer Micro Pin-Fins Heat Sinks for Better Performance

T. J. John, B. Mathew, H. Hegab

ICNMM 2010; 367-374doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31167

Topics: Fins , Heat sinks , Microchannels

Flow Patterns and CHF in a Locally Heated Liquid Film Shear-Driven in a Minichannel

D. V. Zaitsev, O. A. Kabov

ICNMM 2010; 375-382doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31209

Topics: Critical heat flux , Flow (Dynamics) , Liquid films , Shear (Mechanics) , Gas flow , Water , Cooling , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Heat flux , Rupture

Gas Flow

Gas Microflows in the Slip Flow Regime: A Review on Heat Transfer

Ste´phane Colin

ICNMM 2010; 383-396doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30167

Topics: Heat transfer , Slip flow , Microelectromechanical systems , Temperature , Microchannels , Aerodynamic flow , Boundary-value problems , Computer simulation , Convection , Energy dissipation

Simulation of Gaseous Microscale Transport Phenomena via Kinetic Theory

Sarantis Pantazis, Dimitris Valougeorgis

ICNMM 2010; 397-405doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30178

Topics: Kinetic theory , Microscale devices , Simulation , Transport phenomena , Algorithms , Computers , Flow (Dynamics) , Gases , Heat transfer , Knudsen number

On Eulerian Modeling of Microchannel Gas Flows Closing Higher Statistical Moments of Molecule Velocity

Rodion Groll, Hans J. Rath

ICNMM 2010; 407-412doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30212

Topics: Gas flow , Microchannels , Modeling , Algebra , Density , Diffusion (Physics) , Entropy , Flow (Dynamics) , High pressure (Physics) , Microchannel flow

Simulation of Long Microchannel Flow in Transitional Regime Using Lattice Boltzmann Method

Mohammad Normohammadzadeh, Mohammad Rahnama, Saeed Jafari, Alireza Akhgar

ICNMM 2010; 413-419doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30316

Topics: Lattice Boltzmann methods , Microchannel flow , Simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Flow simulation , Mean free path , Geometry , Knudsen number , Microchannels , Microscale devices

Models for Gaseous Slip Flow in Circular and Noncircular Microchannels

Zhipeng Duan, M. M. Yovanovich

ICNMM 2010; 421-431doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30320

Topics: Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Poiseuille flow , Pressure , Slip flow

Compressible Microchannel Flow

Gholamreza Mirshekari, Martin Brouillette

ICNMM 2010; 433-441doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30399

Topics: Borosilicate glasses , Displacement , Etching , Flow (Dynamics) , Friction , Gas flow , Glass , Mach number , Microchannel flow , Microchannels

Gas Wall Interactions of Rarefied Gases in MEMS: A New Experimental Device With Integrated Sensors

Alice Vittoriosi, Juergen J. Brandner, Roland Dittmeyer

ICNMM 2010; 443-450doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30488

Topics: Gases , Microelectromechanical systems , Sensors , Surface roughness

Numerical Analysis of Rarefaction and Compressibility Effects in Bent Microchannels

O. Rovenskaya, G. Croce

ICNMM 2010; 451-458doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30489

Topics: Compressibility , Microchannels , Numerical analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Corners (Structural elements) , Exterior walls , Boundary-value problems , Delays , Gas flow

Variable Property Effects in Simultaneously Developing Gaseous Slip-Flow in Rectangular Microchannels With Prescribed Wall Heat Flux

Azad Qazi Zade, Metin Renksizbulut, Jacob Friedman

ICNMM 2010; 459-466doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30587

Topics: Heat flux , Microchannels , Slip flow , Knudsen number , Temperature , Density , Flow (Dynamics) , Friction , Heat transfer , Heat transfer coefficients

Flow Structure of Supersonic Jet From a Straight Micro-Tube

Chungpyo Hong, Yasuhiro Yoshida, Yutaka Asako, Koichi Suzuki

ICNMM 2010; 467-473doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30622

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Mach number , Pressure , Shock waves , Boundary layers , Disks , Microchannels , Needles , Nozzles

Lattice Boltzmann Simulation of Gaseous Flow in Microchannel With Rectangular Grooves

Zahra Hashemi, Omid Abouali, Reza Kamali

ICNMM 2010; 475-480doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30652

Topics: Gas flow , Lattice Boltzmann methods , Microchannels , Simulation , Computers , Coolants , Flow (Dynamics) , Friction , Heat , Heat transfer

The Importance of Mean Free Path in Determining Gas Micro Flow Behaviour

Nishanth Dongari, Yonghao Zhang, Jason M. Reese

ICNMM 2010; 481-490doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30743

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Mean free path , Constitutive equations , Friction , Kinetic theory , Knudsen number , Microchannels , Molecular dynamics simulation , Poiseuille flow , Pressure

Transient Simulations of 3-D Supersonic Micronozzle Flow

W. L. Louisos, Darren L. Hitt

ICNMM 2010; 491-501doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30968

Topics: Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Micronozzles , Simulation , Transients (Dynamics) , Impulse (Physics) , Nozzles , Thrust , Hydrogen , Pressure

Second Law Analysis for Extended Graetz Problem Including Viscous Dissipation in Microtubes

Arman Sadeghi, Mostafa Baghani, Mohammad Hassan Saidi

ICNMM 2010; 503-514doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31069

Topics: Energy dissipation , Entropy , Knudsen number , Heat conduction , Heating , Laminar flow , Slip flow , Temperature

Entropy Generation in Thermally Developing Laminar Forced Convection Through a Slit Microchannel

Arman Sadeghi, Mostafa Baghani, Mohammad Hassan Saidi

ICNMM 2010; 515-526doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31070

Topics: Energy dissipation , Entropy , Forced convection , Knudsen number , Microchannels

Experimental Study on Measurement of Tangential Momentum Accommodation Coefficient in Microtube

Hiroki Yamaguchi, Tsuneo Hanawa, Oto Yamamoto, Yu Matsuda, Yasuhiro Egami, Tomohide Niimi

ICNMM 2010; 527-529doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31232

Topics: Momentum , Flow (Dynamics) , Boundary-value problems , Knudsen number , Microelectromechanical systems , Fluidic devices , Leakage , Microchannels , Nanotechnology , Navier-Stokes equations

Heat Pipes

Parameter Optimization of a Micro Heat Sink With Circular Pin-Fins

Mustafa Koz, Ali Kosar

ICNMM 2010; 531-539doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30473

Topics: Fins , Heat sinks , Optimization , Computer simulation , Aerospace industry , Computer cooling , Computer software , Cooling , Heat , Heat flux

An Efficient Finite Element Procedure for the Analysis of Cross-Flow Micro Heat Exchangers

C. Nonino, S. Savino, S. Del Giudice

ICNMM 2010; 541-549doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30513

Topics: Cross-flow , Finite element analysis , Heat exchangers , Microchannels , Accounting , Computation , Computational fluid dynamics , Convection , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids

Flow and Heat Transfer of Micro-Tube Bank

Yasuo Koizumi, Atsushi Katsuta, Hiroyasu Ohtake

ICNMM 2010; 551-558doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30711

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Heat transfer coefficients , Reynolds number , Wakes , Wire , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow visualization , Numerical analysis , Vortices

The Effect of Chaotic Mixing on Heat Transfer in Continuous Thermal Processes at Low Peclet Numbers

M. F. M. Speetjens

ICNMM 2010; 559-567doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30797

Topics: Heat transfer , Transients (Dynamics) , Chaos , Fluids , Temperature , Cavity flows , Convection , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluctuations (Physics)

An Experimental Study on Convective Boiling Heat Transfer in Micro Heat Exchangers

Chien-Yuh Yang, Wei-Chi Liu

ICNMM 2010; 569-574doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30990

Topics: Boiling , Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer coefficients , Vapors , Evaporation , Cooling , Liquid films , Corners (Structural elements)

A Parametric Investigation of Operating Limits in Heat Pipes Using Novel Metal Foams as Wicks

Mahmood R. S. Shirazy, Luc G. Fre´chette

ICNMM 2010; 575-583doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31268

Topics: Heat pipes , Metal foams , Boiling , Cooling , Flat heat pipes , Foams (Chemistry) , Heat transfer , Copper powders , Design , Dimensionless numbers

Heat Transfer

Natural Convection With Porous Medium in a Narrow Horizontal Cylindrical Annulus With Constant Heat Generation

Kamyar Mansour

ICNMM 2010; 585-590doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30114

Topics: Annulus , Heat , Natural convection , Porous materials , Approximation , Computation , Heat flux , Nonlinear equations , Rayleigh number , Temperature

Theoretical Study of a Flexible Wiretype Joule Thomson Micro-Refrigerator for Use in Cryosurgery

Adhika Widyaparaga, Masashi Kuwamoto, Naoya Sakoda, Masamichi Kohno, Yasuyuki Takata

ICNMM 2010; 591-598doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30127

Topics: Joules , Microcoolers , Ethers (Class of compounds) , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Heat transfer , Temperature , Carbon dioxide , Coolants , Cooling

Nanofluidics Meets Plasmonics: Flow-Through Surface-Based Sensing

C. Escobedo, A. G. Brolo, R. Gordon, D. Sinton

ICNMM 2010; 599-604doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30176

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Nanofluidics , Biosensors , Nanostructures , Plasmons (Physics) , Resonance

Fast Inertial Microfluidic Actuation and Manipulation Using Surface Acoustic Waves

Leslie Y. Yeo, James R. Friend

ICNMM 2010; 605-612doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30181

Topics: Microfluidics , Surface acoustic waves , Drops , Aerosols , Jets , Acoustics , Drug delivery systems , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics

The Pressure Drop and Heat Transfer of Flow in Zigzag Micro-Channel With Micro-Orifice

Chengyun Wu, Hongbo Xu, Changqing Tian

ICNMM 2010; 613-623doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30349

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Microchannels , Pressure drop , Friction , Boiling , Heat transfer coefficients , Copper , Dimensions , Laminar flow

Study the Heat Transfer Process From Electron-Phonon Nonequilibrium in Thin Gold Film to Glass Substrate Through Transient Thermoreflectance Measurements

Weigang Ma, Haidong Wang, Xing Zhang, Wei Wang

ICNMM 2010; 625-632doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30364

Topics: Electrons , Glass , Heat transfer , Phonons , Thermal conductivity , Thermoreflectance , Transients (Dynamics)

Preparation of Stable Silicon Oil Based Nanofluid Containing Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube by Using Hexamethyldisiloxane as Dispersant

Lifei Chen, Huaqing Xie, Yang Li, Wei Yu

ICNMM 2010; 633-636doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30402

Topics: Multi-walled carbon nanotubes , Nanofluids , Plasticizers , Silicon , Multi-walled nanotubes , Silicones , Viscosity , Heat transfer , Surfactants , Temperature

Optothermal Control of Local Fluid Temperature in Microfluidics

M. Akbari, M. Bahrami, D. Sinton

ICNMM 2010; 637-644doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30412

Topics: Fluids , Microfluidics , Temperature , Computers , Control systems , Heat , Heat flux , Heating , Manufacturing , Thermal analysis

Numerical Investigation of Laminar Flow and Heat Transfer in Micro-Cylinder-Groups

Ning Guan, Zhigang Liu, Masahiro Takei, Chengwu Zhang

ICNMM 2010; 645-654doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30423

Topics: Cylinders , Heat transfer , Laminar flow , Vortices , Flow (Dynamics) , Computer simulation , Pressure , Water , Boundary layers , Finite volume methods

Characterization of Capillary Flow Within a Homogenously Dispersed Array of Vertical Micropillars

Conan Zhang, Carlos H. Hidrovo

ICNMM 2010; 655-663doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30526

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics , Columns (Structural) , Dimensions , Pumps , Fluidic devices , Geometry , Optimization , Reactive-ion etching , Semiconductor wafers

Analytical Velocity and Temperature Distributions for Flow in Microchannels of Various Cross-Sections

S. Shahsavari, E. Kjeang, M. Bahrami

ICNMM 2010; 665-672doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30530

Topics: Cross section (Physics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Temperature distribution , Heat flux , Boundary-value problems , Ducts , Fluids , Optimization , Pressure drop

Effect of Nanoparticles on the Spreading of Bubble Triple Line on Top of a Stainless Steel Substrate Nozzle

Saeid Vafaei, Dongsheng Wen

ICNMM 2010; 673-679doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30550

Topics: Bubbles , Nanoparticles , Nozzles , Stainless steel , Nanofluids , Drops , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Gas flow , Shapes , Surface tension

Effect of Non Uniform Out-of-Plane Illumination and Shear Rate on the Accuracy of nPIV Velocity Measurements

Rana G. Khader, Reza Sadr

ICNMM 2010; 681-689doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30567

Topics: Shear rate , Velocity measurement , Displacement , Diffusion (Physics) , Fluids , Nanoparticles , Noise (Sound) , Particulate matter , Brightness (Photometry) , Convection

The Visualization Study of Contact Line Characteristics in Triangle Wetting Region of Rectangle Microgroove

Tao Wang, Xuegong Hu, Chaohong Guo, Dawei Tang

ICNMM 2010; 691-696doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30649

Topics: Visualization , Wetting , Heat flux , Liquid films , Computer software , Ethanol , Water

Analysis of Axial Meniscus Jump-Like Transition in Rectangular Microgrooves

Chaohong Guo, Xuegong Hu, Tao Wang, Dawei Tang

ICNMM 2010; 697-703doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30651

Topics: Axial flow , Corners (Structural elements) , Flow (Dynamics) , Liquid films

High Order Slip and Thermal Creep Effects in Micro Channel Natural Convection

Hamid Niazmand, Behnam Rahimi

ICNMM 2010; 705-711doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30688

Topics: Creep , Microchannels , Natural convection , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Slip flow , Temperature , Gas flow , Knudsen number

Heat Transfer and Evaporation of Falling Liquid Films on Surfaces With Advanced Three-Dimensional Periodic Structures: Experiments and Numerical Simulations

Karsten Lo¨ffler, Hongyi Yu, Steffen Hardt, Tatiana Gambaryan-Roisman, Peter Stephan

ICNMM 2010; 713-720doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30761

Topics: Computer simulation , Evaporation , Heat transfer , Liquid films , Periodic structures , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Wall temperature , Critical heat flux , Film flow

Cooling in Constant Wall Temperature Microchannels With Thermal Creep Effects

Ali Amiri-Jaghargh, Hamid Niazmand, Metin Renksizbulut

ICNMM 2010; 721-729doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30770

Topics: Cooling , Creep , Microchannels , Wall temperature , Temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Temperature gradient , Boundary-value problems , Entrance region

Sources of Experimental Errors in Specific Absorption Rate Measurement of Magnetic Nanoparticles

Shujuan Huang, Amit Gupta, Diana-Andra Borca-Tasciuc

ICNMM 2010; 731-732doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30796

Topics: Absorption , Errors , Nanoparticles , Cancer , Heat , Magnetic fields , Magnetic materials , Magnetite , Patient treatment , Thermal energy

Flow and Heat Transfer of Nanofluids With Temperature Dependent Properties

Ehsan Ebrahimnia Bajestan, Hamid Niazmand, Metin Renksizbulut

ICNMM 2010; 733-739doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30799

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Nanofluids , Temperature , Pipes , Nanoparticles , Particulate matter , Pressure drop , Fluids , Prandtl number

Numerical Analysis of the Conjugated Heat Transfer Problem for Mixed Electro-Osmotic and Pressure-Driven Flows of Phan-Thien Tanner Fluids in Microchannels

Juan P. Escando´n, Oscar E. Bautista, Federico Me´ndez

ICNMM 2010; 741-750doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31101

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Heat transfer , Microchannels , Numerical analysis , Pressure

Thermohydraulic Characteristics of Fluid Flow in a Zig-Zag Square Microchannel

B. Mathew, T. J. John, H. Hegab

ICNMM 2010; 751-760doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31160

Topics: Fluid dynamics , Microchannels , Reynolds number , Poiseuille flow

Effects of Hydrophobic Recovery of Plasma Treated PDMS Microchannels on Surface Tension Driven Flow

Zeyad Almutairi, Carolyn Ren, David Johnson

ICNMM 2010; 761-766doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31243

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Plasmas (Ionized gases) , Surface tension , Microfluidics , Electrokinetics , Fluids , Manufacturing , Oxygen

Role of Thermocapillary Convection in Rupture of a Falling Liquid Film Heated From Below

Elizaveta Gatapova, Dmitry Zaitsev, Oleg Kabov

ICNMM 2010; 767-771doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31264

Topics: Convection , Liquid films , Rupture , Fibers , Film thickness , Thermography

Interfacial Phenomena at Micro and Nanoscale – Forum (Includes Thin Films, Liquid-Solid, Liquid-Vapor and Solid-Solid Interfaces)

Microfluidically Reconfigurable Photonics and Matter

David Erickson

ICNMM 2010; 773-780doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30165

Topics: Fluids , Manufacturing , Microfluidics , Mirrors , Nanofluidics , Optical instruments , Optics , Photonic systems , Photonics , Self-assembly

Photothermal Energy Conversion in Liquid Nanoparticle Suspensions

P. E. Phelan, R. Taylor, R. Adrian, R. S. Prasher, T. Otanicar

ICNMM 2010; 781-787doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30172

Topics: Energy conversion , Nanoparticles , Nanofluids , Solar collectors , Absorption , Boiling , Electromagnetic radiation , Electromagnetic scattering , Fluids , Flux (Metallurgy)

Dependence of the Contact Angle on Adsorption at the Solid-Liquid Interface

C. A. Ward

ICNMM 2010; 789-797doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30180

Topics: Containers , Continuum mechanics , Drops , Fluids , Materials properties , Polishing , Pressure , Surface tension , Temperature , Tension

Liquid Deposition at Micro and Nanoscale

Artur Lutfurakhmanov, Robert Sailer, Gregory Loken, Ananiy Kohut, Yechun Wang, Andriy Voronov, Douglas L. Schulz, Iskander S. Akhatov

ICNMM 2010; 799-804doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30801

Topics: Drops , Evaporation , Lithography , Microscale devices , Nanolithography , Nanoscale phenomena , Pressure , Surface tension

Embedded Refractive Index Sensing in Microchannels Using Multiplexed Silicon-on-Insulator Microring Resonators

Michael Grad, Daniel Attinger, Chee Wei Wong

ICNMM 2010; 805-808doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30824

Topics: Microchannels , Refractive index , Silicon-on-insulator , Sensors , Silicon , Temperature , Temperature effects , Geometry , Microfluidics , Water

Solid/Water Interface of Functionalized Silica Surfaces Studied by Dynamic Force Measurements

Yan Wu, M. Basar Karacor, Shaurya Prakash, Mark A. Shannon

ICNMM 2010; 809-812doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30851

Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Damping , Dynamic response , Force measurement , Water , Cantilevers , Electrolytes , Stiffness , Hydrophobicity , Microcantilevers

Implications of Contact Line Dynamics on Taylor Bubble Flow Morphology

Alexandru Herescu, Jeffrey S. Allen

ICNMM 2010; 813-820doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30911

Topics: Bubbly flow , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Glass , Hydraulic jump , Shock (Mechanics) , Water , Wetting , Bubbles , Coating processes , Coatings

IR Thermography and High Speed Imaging of Cerium Nitrate Precursor Droplets Heated by Monochromatic Irradiation

Abhishek Saha, Erick Tijerino, Ranganathan Kumar, Saptarshi Basu

ICNMM 2010; 821-829doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31168

Topics: Drops , Imaging , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Thermography , Heating , Precipitation , Acoustics , Bubbles , Gases , Infrared imaging

Acoustically Levitated Nanofluid Droplet Vaporization

Erick Tijerino, Abhishek Saha, Ranganathan Kumar, Saptarshi Basu

ICNMM 2010; 831-840doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31172

Topics: Acoustics , Drops , Nanofluids , Heat transfer , Particulate matter , Water , Carbon dioxide lasers , Evaporation , Nanoparticles , Scanning electron microscopy

Lumped Parameter Modeling for Microfluidic Networks for Realizing Reconfigurable Nano-Optics Architectures

Seok-Won Kang, Hector J. De Los Santos, Debjyoti Banerjee

ICNMM 2010; 841-847doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31256

Topics: Architecture , Microfluidics , Modeling , Optics , Flow (Dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Friction , Geometry , Microchannels , Simulation

Heat Conduction Across Nanoscale Interfaces and Nanomaterials for Thermal Management and Thermoelectric Energy Conversion

Theodorian Borca-Tasciuc

ICNMM 2010; 849-850doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31312

Topics: Energy conversion , Heat conduction , Nanomaterials , Nanoscale phenomena , Thermal management , Thermal conductivity , Probes , Silicon , Fillers (Materials) , Temperature

Keynote Paper

Observing Human Blood Cells in Flow Through Microchannels

Harry L. Goldsmith

ICNMM 2010; 851-861doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31330

Topics: Blood , Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Vessels , Erythrocytes , Platelets , Blood flow , Bond strength , Deformation , Emulsions

Lab-on-Chip

MEMS-Based Microfluidic Devices

Z. Gao, K. Ng, E. Furlani, J. Chwalek, G. Hawkins

ICNMM 2010; 863-868doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30020

Topics: Microelectromechanical systems , Microfluidics , Generators , Drops , Fluids , Nozzles , Physics , Printing , Rheology , Wavelength

Entering a New Era of Diagnosis

Marion Ritzi-Lehnert

ICNMM 2010; 869-873doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30174

Topics: Databases , Diseases , Electronics , Health care , Instrumentation , Manifolds , Nanotechnology , Robustness , Space vehicles , Surgery

Microfluidic Magnetic Multi-Cell Sorting

Scott S. H. Tsai, Howard A. Stone

ICNMM 2010; 875-876doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30269

Topics: Microfluidics , Magnetic fields , Permanent magnets

Microfluidics Concentration of Sample Solutes Using Joule Heating Effects Under Combined AC and DC Electric Field

Zhengwei Ge, Chun Yang

ICNMM 2010; 877-883doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30451

Topics: Electric fields , Heating , Joules , Microfluidics , Temperature gradient

Liquid Squeeze Film Damping in Microsystems Applications

Shujuan Huang, Diana-Andra Borca-Tasciuc, John Tichy

ICNMM 2010; 885-886doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30580

Topics: Damping , Microelectromechanical systems , Inertia (Mechanics) , Dynamic response , Fluids , Density , Magnification , Microscale devices , Plates (structures)

Experimental Studies of Nozzle/Diffuser Micropumps Using Enhancement Structure

Kai-Shing Yang, Tzu-Feng Chao, Ing Youn Chen, Chi-Chuan Wang

ICNMM 2010; 887-891doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30588

Topics: Diffusers , Micropumps , Nozzles , Pressure drop

Production of Fluoropolymer Microchips for Droplet Microfluidics and DNA Amplification

Stefano Begolo, Guillaume Colas, Laurent Malaquin, Jean-Louis Viovy

ICNMM 2010; 893-898doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30722

Topics: DNA , Drops , Integrated circuits , Microfluidics , Bonding , Closed channels , Contamination , Embossing , Low temperature , Manufacturing

Platinum Supported Mesoporous Silica Spheres by Optimized Microfluidic Sol-Gel Synthesis Scheme

Venkatachalam Chokkalingam, Boris Weidenhof, Wilhelm F. Maier, Stephan Herminghaus, Ralf Seemann

ICNMM 2010; 899-904doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30783

Topics: Microfluidics , Particulate matter , Platinum , Sol-gel processing

Integration of a PDMS/SU-8/Quartz Microfluidic Chip With a Novel Macroporous Poly Dimethylsiloxane (PDMS) Membrane for Isoelectric Focusing of Proteins Using Whole-Channel Imaging Detection

Seyed Mostafa Shameli, Caglar Elbuken, Carolyn L. Ren, Janusz Pawliszyn

ICNMM 2010; 905-906doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30805

Topics: Imaging , Membranes , Microfluidics , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Proteins , Quartz , Resolution (Optics) , Separation (Technology) , Electric fields , Electrolytes

Characterization of Switching Time and Cell Stress in a Gravity-Driven Microfluidic Cell Sorter Based on Hydrodynamic Switching

Michael Grad, Lubomir Smilenov, David Brenner, Daniel Attinger

ICNMM 2010; 907-913doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30977

Topics: Gravity (Force) , Microfluidics , Stress , Flow (Dynamics) , Adhesives , Fibroblasts , Flow visualization , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Microchannels , Microscopes

New Lab-on-a-Chip System for Infectious Disease Analysis

Marion Ritzi-Lehnert, Jan Claussen, Eva Schaeffer, Ole Wiborg, Isabell Wick, Klaus S. Drese, Ralf Himmelreich, Hans Attig, Rainer Dahlke, Gerd Grosshauser, Markus Jeziorski, Andy Wende, Thomas Rothmann

ICNMM 2010; 915-920doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31048

Topics: Diseases

A Numerical Model on Secondary Flow and Mixing in Rotating Microfluidics

Wallace Woon-Fong Leung, Yong Ren

ICNMM 2010; 921-926doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31060

Topics: Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Microfluidics , Vortices , Mass transfer , Momentum , Diffusion (Physics) , Rotation , Coriolis force , Fluid mechanics

Mass Transfer

Theoretical Study: Flow Control Mono and Bi-Stable Fluidic Device for Micro-Injection System

Brahim Dennai, Rachid Khelfaoui, B. Benyoucef, A. Kader Slimani, Abdenbi Asma

ICNMM 2010; 927-932doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30088

Topics: Design , Flow control , Fluidic devices , Microelectromechanical systems , Modeling , Signals

Diffusional Mass Transfer at the Surface of Small Gas Bubbles

Jan-Peter Jeskulke, Franz Peters

ICNMM 2010; 933-938doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30155

Topics: Bubbles , Mass transfer , Density , Electromagnetic scattering , Gases , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics) , Water

Consequences of the Confinement on the Mass or Heat Transfer on a Spherical Particle in Non-Newtonian Fluids

Antoine Despeyroux, Abdlehak Ambari, Abderrahim Ben Richou, Ste´phane Champmartin

ICNMM 2010; 939-947doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30506

Topics: Heat transfer , Non-Newtonian fluids , Particulate matter , Fluids , Shear (Mechanics) , Finite volume methods , Fluidized beds , Heat , Lubrication , Microfluidics

Experimental Characterization of Aerosol Flow Through a Micro-Capillary

Zakaria Mahmud, Justin M. Hoey, Artur Lutfurakhmanov, Jason Daugs, Orven F. Swenson, Douglas L. Schulz, Iskander S. Akhatov

ICNMM 2010; 949-958doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30794

Topics: Aerosols , Experimental characterization , Flow (Dynamics)

An Experimental Study of a Synthetic Jet in Cross Flow in a Microchannel

Alexander Sinclair, John Reizes, Victoria Timchenko, Gary Rosengarten

ICNMM 2010; 959-966doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31112

Topics: Cross-flow , Microchannels , Flow (Dynamics) , Cycles , Heat transfer , Laminar flow , Channel flow , Disks , Ducts , Jets

MD and Numerical Simulation of Microscale and Nanoscale Phenomena

Numerical Analysis of CH₄ and Air Combustion Inside a Small Tube With a Temperature Gradient

Liang Feng, Zhongliang Liu, Yanxia Li

ICNMM 2010; 967-971doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30017

Topics: Combustion , Methane , Numerical analysis , Temperature gradient , Combustion chambers , Flames , Wall temperature , Temperature , Simulation results

The Study on Flow Patterns of Condensation of Superheated Vapor in Nanochannels

Hualing Zhang, Liu Chao

ICNMM 2010; 973-978doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30202

Topics: Condensation , Flow (Dynamics) , Molecular dynamics , Simulation , Superheating , Vapors

Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Liquid Flow in and Around Carbon Nanotubes

William D. Nicholls, Matthew K. Borg, Jason M. Reese

ICNMM 2010; 979-985doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30360

Topics: Carbon nanotubes , Flow (Dynamics) , Molecular dynamics simulation , Fluids , Membranes , Boundary-value problems , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Control equipment , Density

Effects of Real Surface Roughness on Fluid Flow in Nanochannels

Ali Kharazmi, Reza Kamali

ICNMM 2010; 987-992doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30445

Topics: Fluid dynamics , Molecular dynamics , Simulation , Surface roughness

A Continuum - Molecular Dynamics Hybrid Method for Micro- and Nano-Fluid Flow

Ali Kharazmi, Reza Kamali

ICNMM 2010; 993-998doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30447

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Molecular dynamics , Molecular dynamics simulation , Nanofluids

A Molecular Dynamics Study on the Absorption of Ions Into Carbon Nanotubes

James J. Cannon, Dai Tang, Daejoong Kim

ICNMM 2010; 999-1002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30579

Topics: Absorption , Carbon nanotubes , Ions , Molecular dynamics , Absorption spectra , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Molecular dynamics simulation , Nanoscale phenomena , Potassium , Sodium

Numerical Calculation of Triangle Circulation Drip Irrigation Emitters

Xinkun Wang, Junhong Li

ICNMM 2010; 1003-1007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30581

Topics: Trickle irrigation , Flow (Dynamics) , Design , Pipes , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer simulation , Computer software , Computers , Dimensions , Energy conservation

Heat Conduction Rectification in Nanostructure With Step Change in Cross-Section

Xingang Liang, Bao Yue

ICNMM 2010; 1009-1013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30628

Topics: Heat conduction , Heat flux , Flow (Dynamics) , Phonons , Temperature , Thermal resistance , Currents , Electromagnetic scattering , Mean free path , Molecular dynamics simulation

Prediction of the Stress-Strain Response of the Ultrafine-Grained Materials Using Multi-Scale Analysis

Mihaela Banu, Mitica Afteni, Alexandru Epureanu, Valentin Tabacaru

ICNMM 2010; 1015-1019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30871

Topics: Stress , Deformation , Grain size , Aluminum alloys , Modeling , Aluminum , Die cutting , Ductility , Finite element analysis , High pressure (Physics)

Gas Properties Effects in Microchannel Studies Using Direct Simulation Monte Carlo

Masoud Darbandi, Abolfazl Karchani, Hassan Akhlaghi, Gerry Schneider

ICNMM 2010; 1021-1027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31022

Topics: Microchannels , Simulation , Gases , Heat transfer , Collisions (Physics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Boundary-value problems , Helium , Knudsen number , Mach number

A Molecular Dynamics Study of Fluid Flows Through Slit-Like Nanochannels Using Two Different Driving Systems

Masoud Darbandi, Rasool Khaledi-Alidusti, Moslem Sabouri, Hossein Reza Abbasi

ICNMM 2010; 1029-1033doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31066

Topics: Fluid dynamics , Molecular dynamics , Poiseuille flow

Simulation of Polymer Chain Driven by DPD Solvent Particles in Nanoscale Flows

Masoud Darbandi, Ramin Zakeri, Gerry E. Schneider

ICNMM 2010; 1035-1040doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31087

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Nanoscale phenomena , Particulate matter , Polymer chains , Simulation , Electroosmosis , Poiseuille flow , Fluid dynamics , Fluids , Particle dynamics

Dissipative Particle Dynamics Simulation of Nano Taylor Cone

Meysam Joulaian, Sorush Khajepor, Ahmadreza Pishevar, Yaser Afshar

ICNMM 2010; 1041-1047doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31089

Topics: Particle dynamics , Simulation , Electric fields , Algorithms , Fluids , Hydrodynamics , Mesoscopic systems , Nanoscale phenomena , Particulate matter , Shapes

Numerical Study of Solutal and Thermal Instabilities in Mini-Channels for Membrane-Less Applications

C. S. Iorio, C. Perfetti, Q. Galand, S. Van Vaerenbergh

ICNMM 2010; 1049-1054doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31173

Topics: Membranes , Fluids , Microchannels , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Flux (Metallurgy) , Maintenance , Microfluidics , Simulation , Slip flow

Model Development for Fluid Structure Interaction in the Slip Regime

Jennifer van Rij, Todd Harman, Tim Ameel

ICNMM 2010; 1055-1064doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31277

Topics: Fluid structure interaction , Model development , Algorithms , Momentum , Boundary-value problems , Fluids , Microscale devices , Slip flow , Temperature , Thermal energy

Micro-Flows in Fuel Cells

The Optimization of Parallel Channel Patterns Design on Micro Methanol Steam Reformer

Jiin-Yun Jang, Yu-Xian Huang, Chin-Hsiang Chang

ICNMM 2010; 1065-1074doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30111

Topics: Design , Methanol , Optimization , Steam

Thermodynamic Analysis of Temperature and Pressure on Carbon Deposition for Methane Reforming at Low Temperature in Micro-Combustor

Jing-yu Ran, Liu-jie Zhao

ICNMM 2010; 1075-1081doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30152

Topics: Carbon , Combustion chambers , Low temperature , Methane , Pressure , Temperature

Modeling of a Micro-Channel Water-Gas Shift Reactor

M. H. Akbari, S. A. Asaee, R. Roohi

ICNMM 2010; 1083-1090doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30241

Topics: Microchannels , Modeling , Water , Carbon , Hydrogen , Temperature , Catalysts , Design , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics)

Design of an Experimental Setup to Study Mass Transport in Micro-Nano Capillaries and Porous Media

Lalit M. Pant, Marc Secanell, Sushanta K. Mitra

ICNMM 2010; 1091-1095doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30305

Topics: Design , Porous materials , Diffusion (Physics) , Convection , Mass transfer , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Bridges (Structures) , Diffusion processes , Fuel cells , Pressure

3-D Numerical Simulation of Gas-Liquid Flow in a Minichannel With a Non-Uniform GDL Surface

Yulong Ding, Xiaotao T. Bi, David P. Wilkinson

ICNMM 2010; 1097-1104doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30341

Topics: Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas diffusion layers , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Two-phase flow , Corners (Structural elements) , Fuel cells , Simulation results , Water , Drops

Numerical Investigation of Fluid Flow Inside the Porous Medium of GDL

Mehdi Shahraeeni, Mina Hoorfar

ICNMM 2010; 1105-1112doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30594

Topics: Fluid dynamics , Gas diffusion layers , Porous materials , Agglomeration (Materials) , Catalysts , Drops , Fluids , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Unsteady flow , Water

Numerical Analysis of the Effect of Different Channel Geometries and Electrode Materials on the Performance of Microfluidic Fuel Cells

Ali Ebrahimi Khabbazi, Andrew Richards, Mina Hoorfar

ICNMM 2010; 1113-1120doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30772

Topics: Electrodes , Fuel cells , Microfluidics , Numerical analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Fuels , Membranes , Power density , Electrochemical reactions , Microchannels

Numerical Modelling of Mass Transfer Through Micro and Nano Capillaries

Ali M. Koupaei, Sushanta K. Mitra, Marc Secanell

ICNMM 2010; 1121-1128doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30910

Topics: Mass transfer , Modeling , Diffusion (Physics) , Approximation , Fluids , Fuel cells , Navier-Stokes equations , Physics

Ex-Situ Characterization of Two-Phase Flow Regimes in Proton-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells Under Non-Isothermal Conditions

Arganthae¨l Berson, Jon G. Pharoah

ICNMM 2010; 1129-1133doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31220

Topics: Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Two-phase flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature , Water , Metal foams , Microchannels , Air flow , Computer simulation , Design

Microfluidics

Numerical Anaysis of a Thermopneumatic Micropump

S. Shahsavari, M. B. Shafii, M. H. Saidi

ICNMM 2010; 1135-1140doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30023

Topics: Micropumps , Diaphragms (Mechanical devices) , Diaphragms (Structural) , Diffusers , Fluid dynamics , Fluids , Nozzles , Actuators , Computer simulation , Deflection

Microfluidic Pumping With Optically Induced Actuation of a Carbon Nanotube Membrane

Joseph D. Duff, Stuart J. Williams, Balaji Panchapakesan

ICNMM 2010; 1141-1144doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30097

Topics: Carbon nanotubes , Membranes , Microfluidics , Manufacturing , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Pumps , Bubbles , Circuits , Deformation , Design

Prediction of Droplet Tear-Off and Meniscus Formation in the Top-Spot Experiment Using TransAT

Chidambaram Narayanan, Djamel Lakehal

ICNMM 2010; 1145-1150doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30138

Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Drops , Equilibrium (Physics) , Fluid dynamics , Fluids , Microfluidics , Modeling , Relaxation (Physics) , Simulation

A Valve-Less Rectification Minipump Based on Dynamic Rectifying Geometries

Ahmed Fadl, Stefanie Demming, Zongqin Zhang, Stephanus Bu¨ttgenbach, Manfred Krafczyk, Donna M. L. Meyer

ICNMM 2010; 1151-1153doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30821

Topics: Valves , Fluids , Micropumps , Pumps , Bifurcation , Design , Diffusers , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Manufacturing

Optimization of Diffuser/Nozzle Elements for Rectification Valveless Micropumps

A. Azarbadegan, C. A. Cortes-Quiroz, E. Moeendarbary, Ian Eames

ICNMM 2010; 1155-1161doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30856

Topics: Diffusers , Micropumps , Nozzles , Optimization , Design , Computational fluid dynamics , Geometry , Approximation , Design methodology , Pressure

The Effect of Material Properties on the Efficiency of Valve-Less Rectification Micropumps

Ahmed Fadl, Stefanie Demming, Zongqin Zhang, Bjo¨rn Hoxhold, Stephanus Bu¨ttgenbach, Manfred Krafczyk, Donna M. L. Meyer

ICNMM 2010; 1163-1165doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30949

Topics: Materials properties , Micropumps , Valves , Actuators , Flow (Dynamics) , Bifurcation , Fluid dynamics , Geometry , Microfluidics , Photoresists

Measurement of Burst Pressure of Capillary Burst Valve

Hong Chen, Toru Yamada, Mohammad Faghri

ICNMM 2010; 1167-1172doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30954

Topics: Pressure , Valves , Fluids , Surface tension , Microchannels , Capillarity , Diaphragms (Mechanical devices) , Diaphragms (Structural)

Stokes Flow Around a Rolling Cylinder

A. Merlen, C. Frankiewicz

ICNMM 2010; 1173-1174doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30983

Topics: Creeping flow , Cylinders , Corners (Structural elements) , Microchannels , Microfluidics , Micropumps

The Effect of Different Monolithically Integrated Check Valve Designs on the Efficiency of Disposable PZT-PDMS-Micropumps

Stefanie Demming, Ahmed Fadl, Mareike Schleßmann, Bjo¨rn Hoxhold, Zongqin Zhang, Stephanus Bu¨ttgenbach

ICNMM 2010; 1175-1179doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31207

Topics: Micropumps , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Valves , Actuators , Manufacturing , Pumps , Design , Ethanol , Excitation , Flow (Dynamics)

Pneumatically Actuated Diaphragm Single Chamber Micropump

Son H. Ho, Muhammad M. Rahman, Srinivas Katkoori, Ashit Talukder

ICNMM 2010; 1181-1191doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31252

Topics: Diaphragms (Mechanical devices) , Diaphragms (Structural) , Micropumps , Flow (Dynamics) , Design , Pressure , Approximation , Cycles , Dimensions , External pressure

Micromixers

Demonstration of the Enhanced Mixing and Reaction Ability of an Alternate Pumping Microreactor With Visualization of the Mixing Field and the Reaction Field

Tamio Fujiwara, Hiroshi Ohue, Takumi Urata

ICNMM 2010; 1193-1202doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30059

Topics: Visualization , Flow (Dynamics) , Potassium , Water

Numerical Simulation of a Novel Passive Micromixer With Curved Channel and Slanted Grooves

Yanfeng Fan, Ibrahim Hassan

ICNMM 2010; 1203-1212doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30077

Topics: Computer simulation , Rotation , Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Reynolds number , Design , Optimization , Particulate matter , Pressure drop , Trajectories (Physics)

Numerical Investigation and Geometric Parameterization of Lamination Inlet of Passive Micromixer

Yanfeng Fan, Ibrahim Hassan

ICNMM 2010; 1213-1219doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30145

Topics: Lamination , Reynolds number , Biochemistry , Computer simulation , Convection , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Microchannels , Optimization , Vortices

Moderate Reynolds Number Mixing in a T-Channel

Susan Thomas, Tim Ameel

ICNMM 2010; 1221-1230doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30159

Topics: Reynolds number , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluorescence , Geometry , Imaging , Lasers , Microscale devices , Particulate matter , Resolution (Optics) , Scalars

Injection, Transport and Removal of Gas Bubbles in Microchannels for Heat Transfer Enhancement

Daniel Attinger

ICNMM 2010; 1231-1240doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30161

Topics: Bubbles , Heat transfer , Microchannels , Flow (Dynamics) , Laminar flow , Coating processes , Coatings , Cooling , Fins , Flux (Metallurgy)

Numerical Simulation of Mixing in Microchannels With Rough Surface

Dayong Yang

ICNMM 2010; 1241-1244doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30252

Topics: Computer simulation , Microchannels , Surface roughness , Microfluidics , Design , Electroosmosis , Finite element methods , Fluids , Simulation results

Droplet Formation by Dripping at Micro T-Junction in Liquid-Liquid Mixing

Sujin Yeom, Sang Yong Lee

ICNMM 2010; 1245-1251doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30398

Topics: Drops , Junctions , Flow (Dynamics) , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Shear (Mechanics) , Viscosity , Necking , Photography , Surface tension

Numerical Investigation of the Effect of Geometric and Physiochemical Parameters on Biomolecule Capture Efficiency

Sina Jomeh, Mina Hoorfar

ICNMM 2010; 1253-1260doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30531

Topics: Chemical kinetics , Chemical reactions , Columns (Structural) , Density , Design , Diffusion (Physics) , Dimensions , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Manufacturing

Mercury Scaling of a Swirling Jet Micro-Bubble Generator

Stuart Walker, Arthur Ruggles

ICNMM 2010; 1261-1267doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30534

Topics: Generators , Microbubbles , Swirling flow , Bubbles , Energy dissipation , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Jets , Liquid metals , Model development

High Strain Rate Induced Phenomenon in Thin Nickel Films

Hanif Muhammad Khan, Sung-Gaun Kim

ICNMM 2010; 1269-1271doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30631

Topics: Nickel , Thin films , Atoms , Failure mechanisms , Design , Dynamic testing (Materials) , Elastic moduli , Lasers , Machining , Manufacturing

Quantification of Inertial Droplet Collision Mixing Rates in Confined Microchannel Flows Using Differential Fluorescence Measurements

Brian Carroll, Carlos Hidrovo

ICNMM 2010; 1273-1283doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30667

Topics: Collisions (Physics) , Drops , Fluorescence , Microchannel flow , Design , Microchannels , Reynolds number , Electric fields , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas flow

Flowfield Analysis in T-Junction Microchannel With Bubble Formations

Srikanth Pidugu, Tarek Abdel-Salam, Tuba Bayraktar

ICNMM 2010; 1285-1291doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30786

Topics: Bubbles , Junctions , Microchannels , Design , Fluids , Biocompatibility , Combustion chambers , Computational fluid dynamics , Drugs , Laminar flow

A Multifunctional Microfluidic Device Based on Bifurcation Geometry

Ahmed Fadl, Stefanie Demming, Zongqin Zhang, Bjo¨rn Hoxhold, Stephanus Bu¨ttgenbach, Manfred Krafczyk, Donna M. L. Meyer

ICNMM 2010; 1293-1295doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30950

Topics: Bifurcation , Geometry , Microfluidics , Flow (Dynamics) , Actuators , Design , Ethanol , Fluidic devices , Fluids , Microelectromechanical systems

Surface Acoustic Wave-Induced Microstreaming in Droplets for the Enhancement of Biosensing Performances

Olivier Ducloux, Elisabeth Galopin, Farzam Zoueshtiagh, Alain Merlen, Vincent Thomy

ICNMM 2010; 1297-1298doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30966

Topics: Acoustics , Drops , Waves , Biosensors , Design , Finite element analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Microfluidics , Simulation , Stress

Numerical Analysis of Mixing in a Multifunction Electromagnetic Micropump

Ala’aldeen Al-Halhouli, Stephanus Bu¨ttgenbach

ICNMM 2010; 1299-1302doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30971

Topics: Biomedicine , Electromagnetic fields , Fluids , Magnets , Microfluidics , Micromachining , Micropumps , Numerical analysis , Permanent magnets , Polymers

Modeling the Forces Exerted on the Tool-Electrode During Spark Assisted Chemical Engraving Constant Velocity Feed-Drilling

Jana Abou Ziki, Nand Kishor M. Dhawale, Rolf Wu¨thrich

ICNMM 2010; 1303-1311doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31047

Topics: Drilling , Electrodes , Modeling , Electrolytes , Glass , Machining , Anodes , Bubbles , Ceramics , Displacement measurement

Experimental Investigation on Flow and Mixing in Rotating Microfluidics

Wallace Woon-Fong Leung, Yong Ren

ICNMM 2010; 1313-1317doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31059

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Microfluidics , Computer simulation , Geometry , Vortices , Diffusion (Physics) , Fluids , Particle flow , Particulate matter , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry

Mixing Process in T-Shaped Micro-Mixers With Chaotic Advection: A Numerical Approach

J. Esmaeelpanah, S. A. Kazemi, M. Passandideh-Fard

ICNMM 2010; 1319-1326doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31093

Topics: Boundary element methods , Compressibility , Computer simulation , Cross section (Physics) , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Gases , Methanol , Microchannels , Momentum

Experimental Measurement of Mixing Lengths of Converging Particulate Flows in Microchannels

Michael Nadler, Darren L. Hitt

ICNMM 2010; 1327-1335doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31113

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Particulate matter , Fluids , Imaging , Junctions , Diffusion processes , Laminar flow , Microfluidics , Microscale devices

Sessile-Water-Droplet Contact Angle: the Effect of Adsorption

H. Ghasemi, C. A. Ward

ICNMM 2010; 1337-1346doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31201

Topics: Drops , Water , Surface tension , Tension , Vapors , Equilibrium (Physics) , Fluids , Polishing , Thermodynamics

Analysis and Optimization of a Passive Micromixer With Curved-Shaped Baffles for Efficient Mixing With Low Pressure Loss in Continuous Flow

Cesar A. Cortes-Quiroz, Alireza Azarbadegan, Emadaldin Moeendarbary, Mehrdad Zangeneh

ICNMM 2010; 1347-1355doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31245

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Optimization , Pressure , Design , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer simulation , Convection , Diffusion (Physics) , Dimensions , Experimental design

Characterization and Optimization of a Three-Dimensional T-Type Micromixer for Convective Mixing Enhancement With Reduced Pressure Loss

Cesar A. Cortes-Quiroz, Alireza Azarbadegan, Mehrdad Zangeneh

ICNMM 2010; 1357-1364doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31257

Topics: Optimization , Pressure , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Computer numerical control machine tools , Computer simulation , Experimental design , Genetic algorithms

Nanofluidics and Nanoparticles

Nanoscale Surface Modification Techniques for Pool Boiling Enhancement: A Critical Review and Future Directions

Yen-Wen Lu, Satish G. Kandlikar

ICNMM 2010; 1365-1376doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30170

Topics: Nanoscale phenomena , Pool boiling , Boiling , Manufacturing , Design , Durability , Nanostructures

Magnetic Actuation of Nanofluids With Ferromagnetic Particles

Muhsincan Sesen, Beste Bahceci, Ali Kosar, Soner Ulun, Caglar Huseyin Su, H. Yagci Acar

ICNMM 2010; 1377-1381doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30728

Topics: Nanofluids , Particulate matter , Flow (Dynamics) , Magnetic fields , Nanoparticles , Microchannels , Microfluidics , Micropumps , Pressure drop , Pumps

Transport Across Sub-Nanometer Zeolite Pores for Water Desalination

Thomas Humplik, Tahar Laoui, Evelyn N. Wang

ICNMM 2010; 1383-1387doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30836

Topics: Water , Membranes , Wetting , Design , Minerals , Pressure , Reverse osmosis , Seawater , Sorption

A Comparison on the Heat Transfer and Flow Characteristics of TiO₂-Water Nanofluids Having Two Different Chemical Agents

Weerapun Duangthongsuk, Somchai Wongwises

ICNMM 2010; 1389-1395doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31020

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Nanofluids , Water , Nanoparticles , Fluids , Friction , Heat exchangers , Particulate matter , Turbulence

An Investigation Into the Non-Uniformity of Density in Nanofluids

John Shelton, Frank Pyrtle, III

ICNMM 2010; 1397-1400doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31214

Topics: Density , Nanofluids , Nanoparticles , Platinum , Agglomeration (Materials) , Atoms , Fluid density , Fluids , Molecular dynamics simulation , Spacetime

The Effect of Nanoscale Surface Modification on Boiling Heat Transfer and Critical Heat Flux

Moo Hwan Kim

ICNMM 2010; 1401-1409doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31276

Topics: Boiling , Critical heat flux , Heat transfer , Nanoscale phenomena , Flow (Dynamics) , Nanofluids , Nanoparticles , Pool boiling , Silicon , Fluids

Novel Applications

Experimental Investigation of Air-Water Two Phase Flow Regime in Vertical Mini Pipe

Pedram Hanafizadeh, Soheil Ghanbarzadeh, Arash Nouri Gheimasi, Mohammad Hassan Saidi

ICNMM 2010; 1411-1417doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30035

Topics: Pipes , Two-phase flow , Water , Flow (Dynamics) , Physics , Visualization

KOH-Etched Nozzles for Monodisperse Bubble Generation in Microreactors

Philipp Lang, Stefan Bammesberger, Peter Woias

ICNMM 2010; 1419-1426doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30208

Topics: Bubbles , Nozzles , Microbubbles , Chain , Design , Die cutting , Flow (Dynamics) , Jets , Organic compounds , Potassium

Experimental Investigation of Dielectrophoretic Behavior of Myoglobin and Silica Particles on a Microelectrode Chip

Naga Siva Kumar Gunda, Sushanta Kumar Mitra

ICNMM 2010; 1427-1433doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30306

Topics: Particulate matter , Dielectrophoresis , Electrokinetics , Etching , Glass , Metals , Microfabrication , Photolithography , Semiconductor wafers , Transparency

Use of Micro-CT Images to Reconstruct Porous Media for Pore Network Model

Bijoyendra Bera, Sushanta K. Mitra

ICNMM 2010; 1435-1439doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30308

Topics: Network models , Porous materials , Rocks , Hydrocarbon reservoirs , Modeling , Multiphase flow , Resolution (Optics) , Algorithms , Dimensions , Flow (Dynamics)

Pore Scale Simulation of Two-Phase Fluid Flow in Berea Sandstone Core Using Lattice Boltzmann Method

Akshay C. Gunde, Sushanta K. Mitra, Tayfun Babadagli

ICNMM 2010; 1441-1446doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30309

Topics: Fluid dynamics , Lattice Boltzmann methods , Simulation , Fluids , Geometry , Numerical analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Microscale devices , Multiphase flow , Porous materials

Experimental Analysis of a Two Phase Air-Water Flow in a Tube of Small Size Diameter Under Various Inlet Conditions

S. Zeguai, S. Chikh, O. Rahli, L. Tadrist

ICNMM 2010; 1447-1451doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30493

Topics: Experimental analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Water , Bubbly flow , Pressure , Slug flows

The Pressure Drop and Dynamic Contact Angle of Motion of Triple-Lines in Hydrophobic Microchannels

Dongin Yu, Chiwoong Choi, Moohwan Kim

ICNMM 2010; 1453-1458doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30677

Topics: Microchannels , Pressure drop , Slug flows , Fluids , Liquid films , Water , Ethanol , Two-phase flow

Optical Studies of Evaporation in Microchannel Arrays

Stefan Maikowske, Ruediger Lange, Juergen J. Brandner

ICNMM 2010; 1459-1463doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30721

Topics: Evaporation , Microchannels , Phase transitions , Temperature , Vapors , Visualization , Bubbles , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Latent heat

The Microfluidic Trapping of Antibody-Secreting Cells

Sean F. Romanuik, Samantha M. Grist, Moeed Haq, Bonnie L. Gray, Naveed Gulzar, Jamie K. Scott

ICNMM 2010; 1465-1474doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30845

Topics: Microfluidics , Flow (Dynamics) , Engineering simulation , Plasmons (Physics) , Polymers , Resonance , Sensors , Simulation

An Experimental Study of the Flow Phenomena of R134a Flowing Through a Capillary Tube

Jatuporn Kaew-On, Kitti Nilpueng, Sakkarin Chingulpitak, Somchai Wongwises

ICNMM 2010; 1475-1479doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30953

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Subcooling , Copper , Refrigerants , Temperature distribution , Tubing

Design of Volumetric Solar Flow Receivers

Ananthanarayanan Veeraragavan, Andrej Lenert, Salem Al-Dini, Evelyn N. Wang

ICNMM 2010; 1481-1489doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31001

Topics: Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Solar energy , Fluids , Heat losses , Thermal energy , Heat , Nanoparticles , Temperature , Cooling

Single-Phase Liquid Flow

Lower Entropy Generation in Microchannels With Laminar Single Phase Flow

E. Galvis, J. R. Culham

ICNMM 2010; 1491-1500doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30031

Topics: Entropy , Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Pressure drop , Boundary-value problems , Dimensions , Geometry , Heat transfer coefficients , Coolants , Fluids

Numerical Investigation of Turbulence Models for Minichannels

Emrah Deniz, Nur Pehlivanoglu

ICNMM 2010; 1501-1508doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30083

Topics: Turbulence , Flow (Dynamics) , Friction , Fluids , Heat , Heat transfer , Microchannels , Reynolds number , Stress , Temperature

Effects of Non-Linearity of the Momentum Conservation Equation During Electrokinetic Transport in Nano and Microchannels

Subir Bhattacharjee, Noor Al Quddus

ICNMM 2010; 1509-1515doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30163

Topics: Electrokinetics , Microchannels , Momentum , Flow (Dynamics) , Electroosmosis , Modeling , Porous materials , DNA , Electric fields , Electrophoresis

Loss Coefficients in Laminar Flows: Indispensable for the Design of Micro Flow Systems

H. Herwig, B. Schmandt, M.-F. Uth

ICNMM 2010; 1517-1528doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30166

Topics: Computer simulation , Design , Entropy , Flow (Dynamics) , Laminar flow

Effect of Surface Roughness on the Pressure Drop of Liquid Flow in Micro-Channels

Guobing Zhou, Shi-Chune Yao

ICNMM 2010; 1529-1534doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30382

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Pressure drop , Surface roughness , Viscosity , Databases , Dimensions , Errors

Yield Stress Fluid Method to Measure the Pore Size Distribution of a Porous Medium

Aimad Oukhlef, Abdlehak Ambari, Ste´phane Champmartin, Antoine Despeyroux

ICNMM 2010; 1535-1540doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30509

Topics: Fluids , Porous materials , Yield stress , Approximation , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Pressure gradient , Rheology

Numerical Investigation of Heat Transfer Enhancement in a Microchannel With Offset Micro Pin-Fins

Haleh Shafeie, Omid Abouali, Khosrow Jafarpour

ICNMM 2010; 1541-1546doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30647

Topics: Fins , Heat transfer , Microchannels , Heat sinks , Pressure drop , Forced convection , Heat

Micro Fibers Motion in a Laminar Flow in a Microchannel

Alireza Dastan, Omid Abouali

ICNMM 2010; 1547-1554doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30653

Topics: Fibers , Laminar flow , Microchannels , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics , Algorithms , Fluids , Rotation , Trajectories (Physics)

Experimental Study on Single Phase Flow in Microchannels at High Mass Flow Rates

Mehmed Rafet O¨zdemir, Ali Kos¸ar

ICNMM 2010; 1555-1562doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30792

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Heat sinks , Automotive industry , Boiling , Computer cooling , Dimensions , Drug delivery systems , Fluid dynamics , Fluids

Simulation of Heat Transfer in Nanoscale Flow Using Molecular Dynamics

Masoud Darbandi, Hossein Reza Abbasi, Moslem Sabouri, Rasool Khaledi-Alidusti

ICNMM 2010; 1563-1568doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31065

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Lennard-Jones potential , Molecular dynamics , Nanoscale phenomena , Simulation

Heat Transfer Experiments of Ethylene Glycol-Water Mixture in Multi-Port Serpentine Meso-Channel Heat Exchanger Slab

Mesbah G. Khan, Amir Fartaj

ICNMM 2010; 1569-1582doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31131

Topics: Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Slabs , Water , Fluids , Microchannels , Pressure drop , Design , Engineering prototypes , Flow (Dynamics)

Flow Investigation in a Disk Micropump

Andre´ Lisibach, Ernesto Casartelli, Noah Schmid

ICNMM 2010; 1583-1592doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-31298

Topics: Disks , Flow (Dynamics) , Micropumps , Pumps , Computational fluid dynamics , Centrifugal force , Fluids , Geometry , Turbomachinery

Two-Phase Flow

Viscous Core-Annular Flows in Microfluidic Chambers

Samira Darvishi, Thomas Cubaud

ICNMM 2010; 1593-1600doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30164

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Microfluidics , Fluids , Viscosity , Screw threads , Thread , Buckling , Lubrication , Microchannels , Microscale devices

Numerical Study on Droplet Formation in a Microchannel T-Junction Using the VOF Method

Shobeir Aliasghar Zadeh, Rolf Radespiel

ICNMM 2010; 1601-1610doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30191

Topics: Drops , Junctions , Microchannels , Flow (Dynamics) , Computer software , Surface tension , Viscosity , Computational fluid dynamics , Fluids , Geometry

Measurement of Interfacial Area Production and Permeability Within Porous Media

Dustin Crandall, Goodarz Ahmadi, Duane Smith

ICNMM 2010; 1611-1617doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30214

Topics: Permeability , Porous materials , Flow (Dynamics) , Stereolithography , Two-phase flow , Carbon capture and storage , Computer simulation , Engineering systems and industry applications , Fluids , Multiphase flow

Micro-Scale Flow Pattern Classification Based on the K-Means Clustering Algorithm

Daniel Sempe´rtegui, Gherhardt Ribastki

ICNMM 2010; 1619-1627doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/FEDSM-ICNMM2010-30217

Topics: Algorithms