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Topics: Hardening (Curing) , Thin films , Heat conduction , Algorithms , Databases , Finite volume methods , Graphical user interfaces , Inks , Low temperature , Materials properties

Thermal Annealing: A Technique to Improve the Performance of Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) Material for Semiconductor Radiation Detector Applications

Aaron L. Adams, Aschalew Kassu, Wing Chan, Mebougna Drabo, Rodney Pinder, Stephen Egarievwe, Asja Radja, Ge Yang, Ralph B. James

IMECE 2012; 29-33https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88270

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View Articletitled, Thermal Annealing: A Technique to Improve the Performance of Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) Material for Semiconductor Radiation Detector Applications

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Topics: Annealing , Radiation detectors , Semiconductors (Materials) , Crystals , Sensors , Homeland security , Defense industry , Dislocations , Grain boundaries , Nuclear radiation

Flow Control Using Alternating Magnetic Fields During Crystal Growth From a Melt

Yue Huang, Kenneth E. Davis, Brent C. Houchens

IMECE 2012; 35-44https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88373

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View Articletitled, Flow Control Using Alternating Magnetic Fields During Crystal Growth From a Melt

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Topics: Crystal growth , Flow control , Magnetic fields , Flow (Dynamics) , Alloys , Crystals , Density , Energy gap , Finite element analysis , Magnetic Reynolds number

Analytical Prediction of Melt Depth Inside Ti-6Al-4V During Laser Materials Processing

D. Ngwenya, F. J. Kahlen

IMECE 2012; 45-51https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89883

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View Articletitled, Analytical Prediction of Melt Depth Inside Ti-6Al-4V During Laser Materials Processing

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Topics: Approximation , Bearings , Error functions , Heat , Laser materials , Laser materials processing , Lasers , Modeling , Phase transitions , Power density

Numerical Simulation of Polymers Powder Sintering Using Infrared Heating

M’hamed Boutaous, Amir Msakni, Claire Barres, Jean-Yves Charmeau

IMECE 2012; 53-61https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89900

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View Articletitled, Numerical Simulation of Polymers Powder Sintering Using Infrared Heating

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Topics: Computer simulation , Crystallization , Heating , Infrared radiation , Polymers , Sintering

CFD Applications for Optimization and Controls

Numerical Investigation of the Single Phase Forced Convection Heat Transfer Characteristics of Nanofluid Flowing in Smooth and Micro-Fin Tubes

Nurullah Kayacı, Mahdi Tabatabaei, Ali Celen, Oğuzhan Yıldız, Ahmet Selim Dalkılıç, Somchai Wongwises

IMECE 2012; 63-75https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85036

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View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of the Single Phase Forced Convection Heat Transfer Characteristics of Nanofluid Flowing in Smooth and Micro-Fin Tubes

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Topics: Forced convection , Nanofluids , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Computer simulation , Temperature , Water , Convection , Fins , Friction

Research on Characteristics of Flow Field Inside Tangential Inlet Cyclone Separator

Yigang Luan, Pengfei Liu, Haiou Sun, Yulin Deng

IMECE 2012; 77-85https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85145

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View Articletitled, Research on Characteristics of Flow Field Inside Tangential Inlet Cyclone Separator

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Computer simulation , Simulation results , Internal flow , Simulation , Computational methods , Computer software , Cycles , Design , Industrial research

Effect of Riblets Geometry on Drag Reduction

Ekhlas M. Fayyadh, Nibras M. Mahdi

IMECE 2012; 87-100https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85228

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View Articletitled, Effect of Riblets Geometry on Drag Reduction

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Topics: Drag reduction , Geometry , Turbulence , Airfoils , Boundary layers , Corners (Structural elements) , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Navier-Stokes equations

A New Technique for Improving Heat Transfer in Forced-Convection Cooling Systems: Optimal Design of a Conjugate System

Mohammad Reza Hajmohammadi, Amir Masood Ostad, Seyed Salman Nourazar

IMECE 2012; 101-108https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85571

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View Articletitled, A New Technique for Improving Heat Transfer in Forced-Convection Cooling Systems: Optimal Design of a Conjugate System

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Topics: Cooling systems , Design , Forced convection , Heat transfer , Heat , Flow (Dynamics) , Cooling , Fluid dynamics , Temperature , Algorithms

Active Flow Control With an Oscillating Backward Facing Step in a Shallow Open Channel

Sertac Cadirci, Hasan Gunes

IMECE 2012; 109-116https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86316

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View Articletitled, Active Flow Control With an Oscillating Backward Facing Step in a Shallow Open Channel

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Topics: Actuators , Flow control , Open channels (Hydraulics) , Vortices

To Control Interface Shape and to Reduce Thermal Stress During Cz-Growth of Sapphire Single Crystal

H. S. Fang, L. L. Zheng, Q. J. Zhang, S. Wang, Y. Y. Pan

IMECE 2012; 117-124https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86653

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View Articletitled, To Control Interface Shape and to Reduce Thermal Stress During Cz-Growth of Sapphire Single Crystal

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Topics: Crystals , Sapphire , Shapes , Thermal stresses , Design , Furnaces , Stress , Electromagnetic fields , Fluid dynamics , Heat transfer

Numerical Optimization of Ejector Geometry Based on Non-Dimensional Parameters

Navid Sharifi, Masoud Boroomand, Majid Sharifi

IMECE 2012; 125-133https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86837

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View Articletitled, Numerical Optimization of Ejector Geometry Based on Non-Dimensional Parameters

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Topics: Ejectors , Geometry , Optimization , Compression , Design , Dimensions , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Boundary-value problems , Computational fluid dynamics

An Optimum Method of Capturing Interface and a Threshold Weber Number for Inclusion of Surface Tension Force in Simulation of Nozzle Internal Flow in Pressure Swirl Atomizers

Ahmadreza Abbasi Baharanchi, Amer Nordin Darus, Manizheh Ansari, Ehsan Abbasi Baharanchi

IMECE 2012; 135-146https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87128

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View Articletitled, An Optimum Method of Capturing Interface and a Threshold Weber Number for Inclusion of Surface Tension Force in Simulation of Nozzle Internal Flow in Pressure Swirl Atomizers

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Topics: Internal flow , Nozzles , Pressure , Simulation , Surface tension , Flow (Dynamics) , Molding , Shapes , Turbulence

CFD Simulation and Optimization of the Center-to-Ends Oxidation Furnace Airflow Distributor Geometry to Investigate Uniform Airflow

Amir Heidari, Sara Montazerinejad, Ramin Badrnejad

IMECE 2012; 147-152https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87197

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View Articletitled, CFD Simulation and Optimization of the Center-to-Ends Oxidation Furnace Airflow Distributor Geometry to Investigate Uniform Airflow

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Topics: Air flow , Computational fluid dynamics , Furnaces , Geometry , Optimization , Oxidation , Simulation , Fibers , Ducts , Damage

Simulation and Optimization of a Semi Spherical Air Bearing

Mahdi Saidimanesh, Azin Shahiri, Ali Nikparto

IMECE 2012; 153-159https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87334

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View Articletitled, Simulation and Optimization of a Semi Spherical Air Bearing

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Topics: Air bearings , Optimization , Simulation , Bearings , Satellites , Boundary-value problems , Control systems , Firing , Nozzles , Stress

CFD Analysis and Optimization of a Variable Shape Airship

Antonio Dumas, Michele Trancossi, Mauro Madonia, Josè Pascoa, Galina Ilieva, Agostino Coppola

IMECE 2012; 161-166https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87375

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View Articletitled, CFD Analysis and Optimization of a Variable Shape Airship

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Optimization , Shapes , Hydrogen , Propulsion , Simulation

Characteristics of Flow Past a Symmetric Airfoil at Low Reynolds Number: A Nonlinear Perspective

M. Saif Ullah Khalid, Imran Akhtar

IMECE 2012; 167-175https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87389

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View Articletitled, Characteristics of Flow Past a Symmetric Airfoil at Low Reynolds Number: A Nonlinear Perspective

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Topics: Airfoils , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Aerodynamics , Chaos , Fluid-dynamic forces , Bifurcation , Computer simulation , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Emission spectroscopy

Hydro Turbine Load Optimization Using CFD Simulations

Anpeng He, Ning Zhang, Brent Ballard

IMECE 2012; 177-181https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87704

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View Articletitled, Hydro Turbine Load Optimization Using CFD Simulations

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Engineering simulation , Hydraulic turbines , Optimization , Simulation , Stress , Flow (Dynamics) , Design , Turbines , Turbulence

CFD for Cyclone Optimization for Liquid Extraction From Solid Particles in Turbulent Air Flows

Anpeng He, Ning Zhang

IMECE 2012; 183-187https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88058

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View Articletitled, CFD for Cyclone Optimization for Liquid Extraction From Solid Particles in Turbulent Air Flows

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Topics: Air flow , Computational fluid dynamics , Optimization , Particulate matter , Turbulence , Computer software , Design , Simulation , Physics

Assessment of Free Surface/Submerged Vortical Flow Structures and Gas Entrainment at Pump Intakes Using RANS CFD

S. Pal, Andri Rizhakov, M. Kinzel, Kelly J. Knight

IMECE 2012; 189-208https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88079

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View Articletitled, Assessment of Free Surface/Submerged Vortical Flow Structures and Gas Entrainment at Pump Intakes Using RANS CFD

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Pumps , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Vortex flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Turbulence , Modeling , Suction , Design , Resolution (Optics)

Simulation and Thermal Optimization of a Manifold Microchannel Flat Plate Heat Exchanger

M. A. Arie, A. H. Shooshtari, S. V. Dessiatoun, M. M. Ohadi, E. Al Hajri

IMECE 2012; 209-220https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88181

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View Articletitled, Simulation and Thermal Optimization of a Manifold Microchannel Flat Plate Heat Exchanger

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Topics: Flat plates , Heat exchangers , Manifolds , Microchannels , Optimization , Simulation , Water , Computational fluid dynamics , Fluids , Approximation

Computational Study of the Effects of Particle Size, Particle Injection Configuration, and Operating Pressure Gradient on Turbulent Dispersion of Spherical Micron-Sized Particles in a Generic Mockup Aircraft Cabin

Khosrow Ebrahimi, Zhongquan C. Zheng, Mohammad H. Hosni

IMECE 2012; 221-236https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88504

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View Articletitled, Computational Study of the Effects of Particle Size, Particle Injection Configuration, and Operating Pressure Gradient on Turbulent Dispersion of Spherical Micron-Sized Particles in a Generic Mockup Aircraft Cabin

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Topics: Aircraft , Particle size , Particulate matter , Pressure gradient , Turbulent diffusion , Air flow , Gages , Pressure , Turbulence , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations

Study of Flow Field Variables in a Pressure Reducing Valve

Param Adhikari, Yogendra M. Panta, Benjamin Reppert

IMECE 2012; 237-243https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88701

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View Articletitled, Study of Flow Field Variables in a Pressure Reducing Valve

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Valves , High pressure (Physics) , Water , Failure , Fluids , Density , Nozzles , Pipes

Numerical Study of the Mean and Filtered Characteristics of Turbulent Jets Impinging on Convex and Flat Surfaces Using LES

Adra Benhacine, Zoubir Nemouchi, Lyes Khezzar, Nabil Kharoua

IMECE 2012; 245-252https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89211

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View Articletitled, Numerical Study of the Mean and Filtered Characteristics of Turbulent Jets Impinging on Convex and Flat Surfaces Using LES

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Topics: Jets , Turbulence , Vortices , Curved walls , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Fluctuations (Physics) , Friction , Large eddy simulation , Shear (Mechanics) , Suction

RANS Investigation of the Transitional Flow Over Stepped NLF(1)-0416

Shervin Sammak, Rambod Mojgani, Masoud Boroomand

IMECE 2012; 253-258https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89374

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View Articletitled, RANS Investigation of the Transitional Flow Over Stepped NLF(1)-0416

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Topics: Airfoils , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Pressure , Chords (Trusses) , Skin friction (Fluid dynamics) , Suction , Computational fluid dynamics , Finite volume methods

Aerodynamic Shape Optimization of a Pipe Using the Adjoint Method

Eysteinn Helgason, Siniša Krajnović

IMECE 2012; 259-267https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89396

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View Articletitled, Aerodynamic Shape Optimization of a Pipe Using the Adjoint Method

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Topics: Pipes , Shape optimization , Flow (Dynamics) , Computation , Computational fluid dynamics , Engines , Geometry , Pressure drop , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Turbulence

Aerodynamic Performance Prediction of Centrifugal Fan With Forward Curved Blades

Jiří Polanský, Roman Gášpár

IMECE 2012; 269-273https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89437

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View Articletitled, Aerodynamic Performance Prediction of Centrifugal Fan With Forward Curved Blades

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Topics: Blades , Impellers , Compressors , Computational fluid dynamics , Fans , Geometry , High pressure (Physics) , Pressure , Unsteady flow

Analysis of Propeller Design Methods and Validation With the CFD Computation of a Propeller-Pump

Sven Albert, Philipp Epple, Antonio Delgado

IMECE 2012; 275-282https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89501

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View Articletitled, Analysis of Propeller Design Methods and Validation With the CFD Computation of a Propeller-Pump

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Topics: Computation , Computational fluid dynamics , Design methodology , Propellers , Pumps , Blades , Machinery , Airfoils , Angular momentum , Blood

Efficient Numerical Investigation of Ventilation System Design of Road Tunnels

Dicken K. H. Wu, Y. F. Lin, Y. F. Pin, Dora W. S. Tsui

IMECE 2012; 283-287https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-93124

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View Articletitled, Efficient Numerical Investigation of Ventilation System Design of Road Tunnels

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Topics: Design , Roads , Tunnels , Ventilation , Computational fluid dynamics , Air pollution , Exhaust systems , Pistons , Safety , Simulation

Computational Heat Transfer

A Critical Review on the Numerical Methods of Two-Phase Flows

Muhammet Balcilar, Ahmet Selim Dalkiliç, Ali Çelen, Nurullah Kayaci, Somchai Wongwises

IMECE 2012; 289-302https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85038

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View Articletitled, A Critical Review on the Numerical Methods of Two-Phase Flows

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Topics: Numerical analysis , Two-phase flow , Artificial neural networks , Evaporation , Heat transfer , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Refrigerants , Water , Algorithms

Prediction of Pressure Drop of Various Refrigerants During Condensation in Horizontal Smooth and Micro-Fin Tubes by Means of Artificial Neural Networks

Muhammet Balcilar, Ahmet Selim Dalkiliç, Şevket Özgür Atayılmaz, Hakan Demir, Somchai Wongwises

IMECE 2012; 303-312https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85039

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View Articletitled, Prediction of Pressure Drop of Various Refrigerants During Condensation in Horizontal Smooth and Micro-Fin Tubes by Means of Artificial Neural Networks

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Condensation , Pressure drop , Refrigerants , Vapors , Flow (Dynamics) , Latent heat , National Institute of Standards and Technology , Pressure , Viscosity

MHD and Double Diffusion Effects on Heat and Mass Transfer in Non-Darcy Fluid Flows Over a Vertical Plate

A. S. N. Murti, P. K. Kameswaran, T. Poorna Kantha, A. A. V. L. A. S. Acharyulu

IMECE 2012; 313-321https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85225

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View Articletitled, MHD and Double Diffusion Effects on Heat and Mass Transfer in Non-Darcy Fluid Flows Over a Vertical Plate

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Topics: Chemical reactions , Diffusion (Physics) , Fluid dynamics , Heat , Magnetohydrodynamics , Mass transfer , Vertical plates

Numerical Analysis of a Gas Turbine Using Bio-Ethanol

J. Arturo Alfaro-Ayala, Armando Gallegos-Muñoz, Alejandro Zaleta-Aguilar, Victor Hugo Rangel Hernandez, Alfonso Campos-Amezcua

IMECE 2012; 323-330https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85542

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View Articletitled, Numerical Analysis of a Gas Turbine Using Bio-Ethanol

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Topics: Combustion chambers , Ethanol , Gas turbines , Numerical analysis

Numerical Investigation of the Effects of Steam Nucleation on the Steam Ejectors Performance

Navid Sharifi, Masoud Boroomand, Majid Sharifi

IMECE 2012; 331-339https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85576

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View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of the Effects of Steam Nucleation on the Steam Ejectors Performance

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Topics: Ejectors , Nucleation (Physics) , Steam , Computer simulation , Condensation , Pressure , Shock (Mechanics) , Simulation , Aerodynamics , Aerospace industry

Numerical Analysis to Predict the Temperature Distribution and Heat Transfer Rate From a Satellite Structure and Experimental Comparison

Daniel T. Schwendtner, M. Ruhul Amin, David M. Klumpar

IMECE 2012; 341-349https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85723

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View Articletitled, Numerical Analysis to Predict the Temperature Distribution and Heat Transfer Rate From a Satellite Structure and Experimental Comparison

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Topics: Heat transfer , Numerical analysis , Satellites , Temperature distribution , Temperature , Heat flux , Design , Testing , Vacuum , Vacuum equipment

Numerical Analysis of Laminar Mixed Convection in a Lid Driven Square Cavity With an Isothermally Heated Square Internal Blockage

Akand W. Islam, Muhammad A. R. Sharif, Eric S. Carlson

IMECE 2012; 351-360https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85797

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View Articletitled, Numerical Analysis of Laminar Mixed Convection in a Lid Driven Square Cavity With an Isothermally Heated Square Internal Blockage

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Topics: Cavities , Mixed convection , Numerical analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Reynolds number , Temperature , Computational fluid dynamics , Corners (Structural elements) , Finite volume methods

GPU-Based Simulations to Analyze the Effect of Heat Source in Mixed Convection

Nabeel A. Qazi, Imran Akhtar, M. Saif Ullah Khalid

IMECE 2012; 361-371https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85850

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View Articletitled, GPU-Based Simulations to Analyze the Effect of Heat Source in Mixed Convection

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Topics: Engineering simulation , Graphics processing units , Heat , Mixed convection , Simulation , Cavities , Thermofluids , Computation , Computer programming languages , Computer simulation

Numerical Simulation of Natural Convection of Water Near Its Density Maximum Around a Cylinder Inside a Concentric Triangular Enclosure

Yu-Peng Hu, You-Rong Li, Chun-Mei Wu

IMECE 2012; 373-382https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85942

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View Articletitled, Numerical Simulation of Natural Convection of Water Near Its Density Maximum Around a Cylinder Inside a Concentric Triangular Enclosure

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Topics: Computer simulation , Cylinders , Density , Natural convection , Water

Grid-Free Vortex Methods for Natural Convection in Two-Dimensional Domains

Issam Lakkis

IMECE 2012; 383-391https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86103

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View Articletitled, Grid-Free Vortex Methods for Natural Convection in Two-Dimensional Domains

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Topics: Natural convection , Vortices , Diffusion (Physics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Simulation , Vorticity , Algorithms , Buoyancy , Internal energy (Physics) , Inverse problems

Analysis of Heat Release Rate in the Partially Premixed Flame Structures During Autoignition of Unstrained, Laminar Mixing Layers

Inkant Awasthi, George Gogos

IMECE 2012; 393-403https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86162

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View Articletitled, Analysis of Heat Release Rate in the Partially Premixed Flame Structures During Autoignition of Unstrained, Laminar Mixing Layers

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Topics: Flames , Heat , Fuels , Temperature , Diffusion flames , Explosions , Transients (Dynamics) , Water temperature , Diffusion (Physics) , Ignition delay

Combustion Characteristics of Small Isolated Methanol Droplets

Inkant Awasthi, George Gogos, Thirumalachari Sundararajan

IMECE 2012; 405-415https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86165

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View Articletitled, Combustion Characteristics of Small Isolated Methanol Droplets

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Topics: Combustion , Drops , Methanol , Flames , Chemical kinetics , Temperature , Computer simulation , Diffusion (Physics) , Evaporation , Modeling

Modeling and Analysis of Cross-Flow Heat Exchanger Based on the Distributed Parameter Method

Jiang Lan, Lei Zhu, Jingquan Zhao

IMECE 2012; 417-425https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86235

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View Articletitled, Modeling and Analysis of Cross-Flow Heat Exchanger Based on the Distributed Parameter Method

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Topics: Cross-flow , Heat exchangers , Modeling , Simulation , Transients (Dynamics) , Complex systems , Computer software , Errors , Latent heat , Temperature

Analysis of Transient Laminar Forced Convection of Nanofluids in Circular Channels

İsmail Ozan Sert, Nilay Sezer-Uzol, Sadik Kakac

IMECE 2012; 427-436https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86263

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View Articletitled, Analysis of Transient Laminar Forced Convection of Nanofluids in Circular Channels

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Topics: Forced convection , Nanofluids , Transients (Dynamics) , Steady state , Fluids , Heat flux , Nanoparticles , Numerical analysis , Particulate matter , Thermal conductivity

Heat Transfer Enhancement of Laminar Internal Flows Using Electrically-Induced Swirling Effect

Reza Baghaei Lakeh, Majid Molki

IMECE 2012; 437-447https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86473

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View Articletitled, Heat Transfer Enhancement of Laminar Internal Flows Using Electrically-Induced Swirling Effect

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Topics: Heat transfer , Internal flow , Swirling flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Convection , Plates (structures) , Density , Electric fields , Boundary layers , Boundary-value problems

Numerical Study of Heat and Mass Transfer in Evaporating Multiple Droplets Composed of Binary Mixture of Ethanol and Iso-Octane

R. Banerjee, R. Gopinath

IMECE 2012; 449-461https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86552

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View Articletitled, Numerical Study of Heat and Mass Transfer in Evaporating Multiple Droplets Composed of Binary Mixture of Ethanol and Iso-Octane

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Topics: Drops , Ethanol , Evaporation , Heat , Mass transfer , Vapor-liquid equilibrium , Combustion , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer software , Equilibrium (Physics)

Preliminary Numerical Solutions of the Evolution of Free Jets

Fabio Gori, Matteo Angelino, Andrea Boghi, Ivano Petracci

IMECE 2012; 463-469https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86730

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View Articletitled, Preliminary Numerical Solutions of the Evolution of Free Jets

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Topics: Air jets , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Jets , Reynolds number , Shades and shadows , Turbulence , Visualization

Numerical Analysis of Convective Heat Transfer of Nanofluids for Laminar Flow in a Circular Tube

Oguz Kirez, Almila Yazicioglu, Sadik Kakac

IMECE 2012; 471-478https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86916

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View Articletitled, Numerical Analysis of Convective Heat Transfer of Nanofluids for Laminar Flow in a Circular Tube

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Topics: Convection , Laminar flow , Nanofluids , Numerical analysis , Boundary-value problems , Energy dissipation , Heat conduction , Heat transfer , Nanoparticles , Ducts

A Coupled Transport and Solid Mechanics Formulation for Modeling Oxidation and Decomposition in a Uranium Hydride Bed

Maher Salloum, Mike Kanouff, Andrew Shugard, Patricia Gharagozloo

IMECE 2012; 479-484https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87174

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View Articletitled, A Coupled Transport and Solid Mechanics Formulation for Modeling Oxidation and Decomposition in a Uranium Hydride Bed

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Topics: Modeling , Oxidation , Solid mechanics , Uranium , Permeability , Porosity , Deformation , Chemical reactions , Design , Finite element analysis

An Investigation of Liquid Droplet Evaporation Model Used in Multiphase Flow Simulation

Reda Ragab, Ting Wang

IMECE 2012; 485-497https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87392

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View Articletitled, An Investigation of Liquid Droplet Evaporation Model Used in Multiphase Flow Simulation

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Topics: Drops , Evaporation , Multiphase flow , Simulation , Computational fluid dynamics , Temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Mass transfer , Water

Effect of Altitude and Temperature on Volume Control of an Hydrogen Airship

Antonio Dumas, Michele Trancossi, Mauro Madonia

IMECE 2012; 499-512https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87575

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View Articletitled, Effect of Altitude and Temperature on Volume Control of an Hydrogen Airship

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Topics: Hydrogen , Temperature , Computational fluid dynamics , Modeling

Evaluation of Numerical Methods Applied in the Analysis of the Transient Flow of Pipeline Systems

Bruno F. Flora, Raphael I. Tsukada, Vinícius M. Rodrigues, José R. P. Mendes, Adriane S. B. Serapião

IMECE 2012; 513-521https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87585

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View Articletitled, Evaluation of Numerical Methods Applied in the Analysis of the Transient Flow of Pipeline Systems

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Topics: Numerical analysis , Pipeline systems , Unsteady flow , Water hammer , Valves , Design , Petroleum , Failure , Finite difference methods , Finite element analysis

Radiative Heat Transfer Modeling Using the CW and SLW Models in Gas Mixtures With Soot

Fabiano Cassol, Rogério Brittes, Francis Henrique Ramos França, Ofodike A. Ezekoye

IMECE 2012; 523-530https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87653

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View Articletitled, Radiative Heat Transfer Modeling Using the CW and SLW Models in Gas Mixtures With Soot

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Topics: Modeling , Radiative heat transfer , Soot , Heat transfer , Radiation (Physics) , Carbon dioxide , Combustion , Computation , Databases , Gases

Heat Transfer in Thermal Lattice Boltzmann Equation Method

Like Li, Renwei Mei, James F. Klausner

IMECE 2012; 531-542https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87990

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View Articletitled, Heat Transfer in Thermal Lattice Boltzmann Equation Method

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Topics: Heat transfer , Lattice Boltzmann methods , Heat flux , Flow (Dynamics) , Flux (Metallurgy) , Heat , Transient heat transfer , Engineering simulation , Pipes , Simulation

Computational Analysis of Mixing in a Gas Turbine Combustor

Alka Gupta, Mohamed Saeed Ibrahim, R. S. Amano

IMECE 2012; 543-550https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88157

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View Articletitled, Computational Analysis of Mixing in a Gas Turbine Combustor

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Topics: Combustion chambers , Gas turbines , Temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Combustion gases , Dimensional analysis , Equilibrium (Physics) , Temperature distribution , Turbine blades , Turbines

Computational Analysis of Laminar Natural Convection in Rectangular Enclosures of Different Aspect Ratios With Different Heating Conditions

Mosfequr Rahman, Charles Walker, Gustavo Molina, Valentin Soloiu

IMECE 2012; 551-563https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88305

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View Articletitled, Computational Analysis of Laminar Natural Convection in Rectangular Enclosures of Different Aspect Ratios With Different Heating Conditions

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Topics: Heating , Natural convection , Rayleigh number , Heat , Heat flux , Convection , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature gradient , Fluids

Experimentally Validated Finite Element Analysis of Railroad Bearing Adapter Operating Temperatures

Andoni Zagouris, Arturo A. Fuentes, Constantine M. Tarawneh, Javier A. Kypuros, Andrea Arguelles

IMECE 2012; 565-576https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88639

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View Articletitled, Experimentally Validated Finite Element Analysis of Railroad Bearing Adapter Operating Temperatures

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Topics: Bearings , Finite element analysis , Operating temperature , Railroads , Sensors , Temperature , Temperature distribution , Computer software , Heat transfer , Heating

Heat Transfer Enhancement Across a Pair of Confined Cylinders Using Improved Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm

Amir Nejat, Pooya Mirzabeygi, Masoud Shariat-Panahi, Ehsan Mirzakhalili

IMECE 2012; 577-585https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88833

Abstract

View Articletitled, Heat Transfer Enhancement Across a Pair of Confined Cylinders Using Improved Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm

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Topics: Algorithms , Cylinders , Heat transfer , Particle swarm optimization , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Particulate matter , Shapes , Computers , Energy dissipation

Thermal Convection in an Enclosure With Sinusoidal Bottom Wall Temperature: Effect of Vibrating Side Wall

Murat K. Aktas

IMECE 2012; 587-593https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88879

Abstract

View Articletitled, Thermal Convection in an Enclosure With Sinusoidal Bottom Wall Temperature: Effect of Vibrating Side Wall

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Topics: Convection , Wall temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Heat , Heat transfer , Navier-Stokes equations , Simulation results , Temperature , Temperature gradient

Enhancing Supercritical Fluid Extraction Using Acoustic Excitations

Nusair Hasan, Bakhtier Farouk

IMECE 2012; 595-603https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88991

Abstract

View Articletitled, Enhancing Supercritical Fluid Extraction Using Acoustic Excitations

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Topics: Acoustics , Excitation , Supercritical fluid extraction , Mass transfer , Particulate matter , Boundary-value problems , Carbon dioxide , Computational fluid dynamics , Diffusion (Physics) , Dynamics (Mechanics)

Numerical Simulation of Accident Scenario in High Temperature Gas Cooled (Pebble Bed) Nuclear Reactors

Geoffrey J. Peter

IMECE 2012; 605-614https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89109

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Simulation of Accident Scenario in High Temperature Gas Cooled (Pebble Bed) Nuclear Reactors

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Topics: Accidents , Computer simulation , Heat transfer , High temperature , Nuclear reactors

A Newton-Krylov Algorithm for High-Order Finite Element Computation of Heat Conduction Problems

Amir Nejat, Ehsan Mirzakhalili

IMECE 2012; 615-620https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89131

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Newton-Krylov Algorithm for High-Order Finite Element Computation of Heat Conduction Problems

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Topics: Algorithms , Computation , Finite element analysis , Heat conduction , Finite element methods

Interface Turbulence Treatments in RANS Models of Stratified Gas/Liquid Flows

Chris P. Thompson, Robert Sawko

IMECE 2012; 621-626https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89421

Abstract

View Articletitled, Interface Turbulence Treatments in RANS Models of Stratified Gas/Liquid Flows

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Turbulence , Fluids , Computational fluid dynamics , Modeling , Multiphase flow

Modeling Flows in Porous Media Using Immersed Boundary Based Lattice Boltzman Method

Zhi-Gang Feng, Maria Andersson

IMECE 2012; 627-632https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89427

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modeling Flows in Porous Media Using Immersed Boundary Based Lattice Boltzman Method

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Modeling , Porous materials , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Particulate matter , Boundary-value problems , Engineering simulation , Fluids , Lattice Boltzmann methods , Numerical analysis

The Application of Computational Fluid Dynamics for Installing the Roof-Mounted Wind Turbine

Lu Lu, Xiuling Wang

IMECE 2012; 633-642https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89896

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Application of Computational Fluid Dynamics for Installing the Roof-Mounted Wind Turbine

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Roofs , Wind , Wind turbines

Effects of Corner Cutoffs on Flow Past Two Square Cylinders in a Tandem Arrangement

Y. T. Krishne Gowda, H. V. Ravindra, C. K. Vikram

IMECE 2012; 643-650https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-93039

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effects of Corner Cutoffs on Flow Past Two Square Cylinders in a Tandem Arrangement

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Topics: Corners (Structural elements) , Cylinders , Flow (Dynamics)

Numerical Investigation of Multi-Scale Mixing in Microchannel T-Junction With Wavy Structure

Nita Solehati, Joonsoo Bae, Agus Pulung Sasmito

IMECE 2012; 651-657https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-93103

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of Multi-Scale Mixing in Microchannel T-Junction With Wavy Structure

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Topics: Junctions , Microchannels , Mixing quality , Diffusion (Physics) , Computation , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics)

Electric, Magnetic and Thermal Phenomena in Micro and Nano-Scale Systems

Microwave Heating of Multi-Layered Composites for Bonding

Kasi B. Mani, Mohammad R. Hossan, Prashanta Dutta

IMECE 2012; 659-665https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85770

Abstract

View Articletitled, Microwave Heating of Multi-Layered Composites for Bonding

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Topics: Bonding , Composite materials , Microwave heating , Heating , Microwaves , Electric fields , Heat , Melting , Melting point , Polymers

Design Optimization of Magnetic Fluid Cooling System

J. Lee, T. Nomura, E. M. Dede

IMECE 2012; 667-672https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85817

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design Optimization of Magnetic Fluid Cooling System

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Topics: Cooling systems , Design , Magnetic fluids , Optimization , Fluids , Heat transfer , Magnetic fields , Topology , Convection , Cooling

Effect of Viscosity Ratio on the Electric-Field-Driven Enhancement of Heat/Mass Transfer to a Spherical Drop

Mohamed R. Abdelaal, Milind A. Jog

IMECE 2012; 673-678https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87526

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Viscosity Ratio on the Electric-Field-Driven Enhancement of Heat/Mass Transfer to a Spherical Drop

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Topics: Heat , Mass transfer , Viscosity , Electric fields , Fluids , Flow (Dynamics) , Drops , Engineering simulation , Finite volume methods , Simulation

Laser Induced Nano-Droplet Ejection for the Construction of Nano-Inkjets

Yu Yang, Vijay M. Sundaram, Alok Soni, Sy-Bor Wen

IMECE 2012; 679-684https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87747

Abstract

View Articletitled, Laser Induced Nano-Droplet Ejection for the Construction of Nano-Inkjets

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Topics: Construction , Drops , Lasers , Nanoscale phenomena , Heating , Nanonozzles , Pressure , Microscale devices , Sprays , Surface tension

Convective Heat Transfer Enhancement With Micro Pin-Fin Surfaces Cooled by a Piezoelectrically-Driven Translational Agitator

Taiho Yeom, Terrence W. Simon, Tao Zhang, Mark T. North, Tianhong Cui

IMECE 2012; 685-691https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88428

Abstract

View Articletitled, Convective Heat Transfer Enhancement With Micro Pin-Fin Surfaces Cooled by a Piezoelectrically-Driven Translational Agitator

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Topics: Convection , Cooling , Displacement , Heat transfer , Channel flow , Fins , Flow (Dynamics) , Actuators , Copper , Electronic equipment

Symmetrical Heating and Cooling of a Moving Microfluidic Sample

Amir Harandi, Joshua Hooks, Tony Farquhar

IMECE 2012; 693-694https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88479

Abstract

View Articletitled, Symmetrical Heating and Cooling of a Moving Microfluidic Sample

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Topics: Energy consumption , Heating and cooling , Microfluidics , Reliability , Symmetry (Physics)

Enhancement of Forced Convection in Ribbed Channels by Nanofluids

O. Manca, S. Nardini, D. Ricci

IMECE 2012; 695-703https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88892

Abstract

View Articletitled, Enhancement of Forced Convection in Ribbed Channels by Nanofluids

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Topics: Forced convection , Nanofluids , Fluids , Heat transfer , Nanoparticles , Turbulence , Water , Convection , Heat exchangers , Heat flux

Heat Transfer Enhancement in Micro-Domains Using Gas-Driven Liquid Film

Farzad Houshmand, Yoav Peles, Michael Amitay

IMECE 2012; 705-711https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89121

Abstract

View Articletitled, Heat Transfer Enhancement in Micro-Domains Using Gas-Driven Liquid Film

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Topics: Heat transfer , Liquid films , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas flow , Microchannels , Heat transfer coefficients , Nitrogen , Pressure drop , Shear (Mechanics) , Water

Experimental Analysis of Nanofluid Slurry Through Rectangular Porous Channel

Navid O. Ghaziani, Fatemeh Hassanipour

IMECE 2012; 713-720https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89758

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Analysis of Nanofluid Slurry Through Rectangular Porous Channel

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Topics: Experimental analysis , Nanofluids , Porous materials , Slurries

Studying of Contact Angle Friction and Contact Angle Hysteresis (CAH) Though Force Measurements

Qi Ni, Timo Marschke, Samuel Steele, Najafi Seyed, Nathan B. Crane

IMECE 2012; 721-724https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89869

Abstract

View Articletitled, Studying of Contact Angle Friction and Contact Angle Hysteresis (CAH) Though Force Measurements

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Topics: Force measurement , Friction , Drops

Energy Efficiency and Thermal Management of Buildings

Improving Energy Efficiency Through Thermal Control of a Modular Data Center

John Guinn, Srujan Gondipalli

IMECE 2012; 725-733https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85556

Abstract

View Articletitled, Improving Energy Efficiency Through Thermal Control of a Modular Data Center

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Topics: Data centers , Energy efficiency , Cooling , Energy consumption , Heat exchangers , Water , Control systems , Fans , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat

Review and Evaluation of Using R-C Thermal Modeling of Cooling Load Prediction for HVAC System Control Purpose

Oluwaseyi T. Ogunsola, Li Song

IMECE 2012; 735-743https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86988

Abstract

View Articletitled, Review and Evaluation of Using R-C Thermal Modeling of Cooling Load Prediction for HVAC System Control Purpose

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Topics: Cooling , HVAC equipment , Modeling , Stress , Air conditioning , Capacitance , Computational methods , Computers , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Energy consumption

The Effect of Insulation on Energy Savings and Costs for the Current Building Inventory in Turkey

Serkan Erdem, Cenk Onan, Derya B. Özkan, S. Eray Bedirli

IMECE 2012; 745-753https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87001

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Effect of Insulation on Energy Savings and Costs for the Current Building Inventory in Turkey

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Topics: Insulation , Thermal insulation

Natural-Ventilation Flow in a 3-D Room Fitted With Solar Chimney

B. P. Huynh

IMECE 2012; 755-760https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87455

Abstract

View Articletitled, Natural-Ventilation Flow in a 3-D Room Fitted With Solar Chimney

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Solar energy , Ventilation , Heat flux , Air flow , Computational fluid dynamics , Solar heating , Computer software , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Roofs

Effect of Tree Shading on the Thermal Load of a House in a Warm Climate Zone in Mexico

M. A. Chagolla, G. Alvarez, E. Simá, R. Tovar, G. Huelsz

IMECE 2012; 761-768https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87918

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Tree Shading on the Thermal Load of a House in a Warm Climate Zone in Mexico

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Topics: Climate , Shades and shadows , Stress

Energy Use Comparison of Air Distribution Systems Serving a Section of a School Building

Stillman Jordan, III, Randall D. Manteufel

IMECE 2012; 769-781https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88718

Abstract

View Articletitled, Energy Use Comparison of Air Distribution Systems Serving a Section of a School Building

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Topics: Energy consumption , Ventilation , Displacement , Energy recovery , Wheels , Design , Air pollution , Climate , Condensation , Cooling

Environmental Heat Transfer

Numerical Investigation of the Effects of Different Overhang Configurations on the Wind-Driven Rain Wetting of Building Facades

Seyed Sepehr Mohaddes Foroushani, David Naylor, Hua Ge

IMECE 2012; 783-795https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85746

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of the Effects of Different Overhang Configurations on the Wind-Driven Rain Wetting of Building Facades

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Topics: Wetting , Wind , Stress , Durability , Failure , Numerical analysis

Numerical Study of Carbon Dioxide Gas Emission From an Urban Residential Kitchen in Developing Countries

M. Hamidur Rahman, A. K. M. Sadrul Islam, M. Ruhul Amin

IMECE 2012; 797-805https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86004

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Study of Carbon Dioxide Gas Emission From an Urban Residential Kitchen in Developing Countries

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Cities , Developing nations , Emissions , Ventilation , Exhaust systems , Boundary-value problems , Computational fluid dynamics , Damage , Dimensions

Air Flow and Heat Transfer in a Temperature-Controlled Open Top Enclosure

Charlotte Barbier, Paul J. Hanson, Donald E. Todd, Jr., Damen Belcher, Eriks W. Jekabson, Warren K. Thomas, Jeffery S. Riggs

IMECE 2012; 807-815https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86352

Abstract

View Articletitled, Air Flow and Heat Transfer in a Temperature-Controlled Open Top Enclosure

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Topics: Air flow , Heat transfer , Temperature , Heating , Wind velocity , Buoyancy , Computational fluid dynamics , Carbon dioxide , Design , Engineering prototypes

Heat Insulating Materials Thermal Conductivity Determination by Means of Comparison With a Standard Plate of Known Conductivity

Chyouhwu Brian Huang, Hung-Shyong Chen

IMECE 2012; 817-824https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89382

Abstract

View Articletitled, Heat Insulating Materials Thermal Conductivity Determination by Means of Comparison With a Standard Plate of Known Conductivity

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Topics: Cements (Adhesives) , Heat , Insulation , Silicon , Thermal conductivity

Flow and Transport in Heterogeneous Porous Media

Thermodynamic Effects in Porous Media Saturated With Fluids: Application to Wellbore Thermometry

Rim Valiullin, Ramil Sharafutdinov, Ajrat Ramazanov, Iskander Akhatov

IMECE 2012; 825-833https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86168

Abstract

View Articletitled, Thermodynamic Effects in Porous Media Saturated With Fluids: Application to Wellbore Thermometry

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Topics: Fluids , Porous materials , Temperature measurement

Fluid Engineering in Micro- and Nanosystems

Use of Modified Balje Maps in the Design of Low Reynolds Number Turbocompressors

Roberto Capata, Enrico Sciubba

IMECE 2012; 835-841https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85582

Abstract

View Articletitled, Use of Modified Balje Maps in the Design of Low Reynolds Number Turbocompressors

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Topics: Design , Reynolds number , Turbomachinery , Databases , Machinery

Computational Studies of Droplet Dynamics in a Steady Electric Field

Ye Yao, Kevin M. Beussman, Yechun Wang

IMECE 2012; 843-847https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85744

Abstract

View Articletitled, Computational Studies of Droplet Dynamics in a Steady Electric Field

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Topics: Drops , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Electric fields , Algorithms , Deformation , Fluids , Microfluidics , Viscosity

Modeling and Simulation of Dielectrophoretic Particle Assembly

Mohammad Robiul Hossan, Prashanta Dutta

IMECE 2012; 849-855https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85768

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modeling and Simulation of Dielectrophoretic Particle Assembly

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Topics: Manufacturing , Modeling , Particulate matter , Simulation , Chain , Electric fields , Fluids , Dipole moments , Electrostatics , Fluid-dynamic forces

Flow Through Nanoporous Electrodes in a Microfluidic Fuel Cell

Isaac B. Sprague, Prashanta Dutta

IMECE 2012; 857-860https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85769

Abstract

View Articletitled, Flow Through Nanoporous Electrodes in a Microfluidic Fuel Cell

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Topics: Electrodes , Flow (Dynamics) , Fuel cells , Microfluidics , Electrochemical cells , Electrolytes , Physics , Algorithms , Laminar flow , Power density

Numerical Study of Emulsion Droplet in Electromagnetic Field

Liana Kovaleva, Ayrat Musin, Yulia Fatkhullina, Yuriy Zamula, Rasul Zinnatullin, Iskander S. Akhatov

IMECE 2012; 861-865https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86140

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Study of Emulsion Droplet in Electromagnetic Field

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Topics: Drops , Electromagnetic fields , Emulsions , Water , Accounting , Algorithms , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Microwaves

Bridge Dynamics for Capillary-Based Liquid Deposition

Artur Lutfurakhmanov, Yechun Wang, Douglas L. Schulz

IMECE 2012; 867-871https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86144

Abstract

View Articletitled, Bridge Dynamics for Capillary-Based Liquid Deposition

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Topics: Bridges (Structures) , Drops , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Boundary element methods , Boundary-value problems , Computer simulation , Lithography , Modeling

Toward Large Scale Simulations of Emulsion Flows in Microchannels Using Fast Multipole and Graphics Processor Accelerated Boundary Element Method

Yulia A. Itkulova, Olga A. Solnyshkina, Nail A. Gumerov

IMECE 2012; 873-881https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86238

Abstract

View Articletitled, Toward Large Scale Simulations of Emulsion Flows in Microchannels Using Fast Multipole and Graphics Processor Accelerated Boundary Element Method

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Topics: Boundary element methods , Emulsions , Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Simulation , Drops , Algorithms , Computation , Computational methods , Dimensions

FMM/GPU Accelerated Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Phase Transitions in Water-Nitrogen-Metal Systems

Elena Moiseeva, Constantin Mikhaylenko, Victor Malyshev, Dmitry Maryin, Nail Gumerov

IMECE 2012; 883-892https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86246

Abstract

View Articletitled, FMM/GPU Accelerated Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Phase Transitions in Water-Nitrogen-Metal Systems

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Topics: Graphics processing units , Metals , Molecular dynamics simulation , Nitrogen , Phase transitions , Water , Computation , Algorithms , Architecture , Drops

Advances in Aerosol Direct-Write Technology for Fine Line Applications

Justin Hoey, Artur Lutfurakhmanov, Michael Robinson, Orven Swenson, Doug Schulz

IMECE 2012; 893-897https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86595

Abstract

View Articletitled, Advances in Aerosol Direct-Write Technology for Fine Line Applications

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Topics: Aerosols , Nozzles , Particulate matter , Fluids , Rapid prototyping

Development of a Particle Sizing Algorithm for Sub-10µm Particles Using Shadowgraphy

Michael Robinson, Zakaria Mahmud, Orven F. Swenson, Justin Hoey

IMECE 2012; 899-906https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86599

Abstract

View Articletitled, Development of a Particle Sizing Algorithm for Sub-10µm Particles Using Shadowgraphy

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Topics: Algorithms , Particulate matter , Diffraction , Particle size

Micro Cold Spray Direct Write Process

Sourin Bhattacharya, Artur Lutfurakhmanov, Justin M. Hoey, Orven F. Swenson, Rob Sailer

IMECE 2012; 907-911https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86601

Abstract

View Articletitled, Micro Cold Spray Direct Write Process

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Topics: Aerosols , Flow (Dynamics) , Sprays

Dispersion Flow in Microchannels

Alfir T. Akhmetov, Marat V. Mavletov, Sergey P. Sametov, Artur A. Rakhimov, Azat A. Valiev, Iskander S. Akhatov

IMECE 2012; 913-920https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86618

Abstract

View Articletitled, Dispersion Flow in Microchannels

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Emulsions , Water , Drops , Freezing , Deformation , Disperse systems , Rheology , Solidification

Velocity Oscillation and Pressure Drop in Water–Air Slug Flow

Ken Yamamoto, Satoshi Ogata

IMECE 2012; 921-926https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86722

Abstract

View Articletitled, Velocity Oscillation and Pressure Drop in Water–Air Slug Flow

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Topics: Oscillations , Pressure drop , Slug flows , Water , Junctions , Bubbles , Cycles , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluctuations (Physics) , Microchannels

Microfluidic Flow Control and Particle Transport Using Acoustically Actuated Bubbles in Teardrop Shaped Cavities

Ali Hashmi, Garrett Heiman, Gan Yu, Hyuck-Jin Kwon, Jie Xu

IMECE 2012; 927-931https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87126

Abstract

View Articletitled, Microfluidic Flow Control and Particle Transport Using Acoustically Actuated Bubbles in Teardrop Shaped Cavities

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Topics: Acoustics , Bubbles , Cavities , Flow control , Microfluidics , Particulate matter , Flow (Dynamics) , Microbubbles , Chain , Circuits

Data Reduction of Friction Factor of Compressible Flow in Micro-Channels

D. Kawashima, Y. Asako

IMECE 2012; 933-939https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87206

Abstract

View Articletitled, Data Reduction of Friction Factor of Compressible Flow in Micro-Channels

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Topics: Compressible flow , Friction , Microchannels , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature , Fluids , Pressure , Computer simulation , Temperature measurement

An Analytical Model of Flow Boiling Heat Transfer for Slug Flow in a Single Circular Horizontal Micro-Channel

Amen M. Younes, Ibrahim Hassan

IMECE 2012; 941-948https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87468

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Analytical Model of Flow Boiling Heat Transfer for Slug Flow in a Single Circular Horizontal Micro-Channel

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Topics: Boiling , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Microchannels , Slug flows , Vapors , Liquid films , Heat transfer coefficients , Heat flux , Laminar flow

A Numerical Study of Flow and Temperature Maldistribution in a Parallel Microchannel System for Heat Removal in Microelectronic Devices

Manoj Siva, V, Arvind Pattamatta, Sarit Kumar Das

IMECE 2012; 949-958https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87476

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Numerical Study of Flow and Temperature Maldistribution in a Parallel Microchannel System for Heat Removal in Microelectronic Devices

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Microchannels , Microelectronic devices , Temperature , Heat exchangers , Cooling systems , Fluids , Pressure , Algorithms

Dynamic Measurements of Micro-Meter Particle Detachment on Glass Surfaces

Asmaa Sadek Kassab, Victor M. Ugaz, Maria D. King, Yassin A. Hassan

IMECE 2012; 959-964https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87786

Abstract

View Articletitled, Dynamic Measurements of Micro-Meter Particle Detachment on Glass Surfaces

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Topics: Glass , Microparticles , Particulate matter , Fluid dynamics , Glass beads , Imaging , Resolution (Optics) , Trajectories (Physics) , Transients (Dynamics)

Microfluidic Photocatalytic Water-Splitting Reactors

Syed Saad Ahsan, David Erickson

IMECE 2012; 965-969https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87860

Abstract

View Articletitled, Microfluidic Photocatalytic Water-Splitting Reactors

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Topics: Microfluidics , Water , Catalysts , Chemical kinetics , Platinum , Absorption , Hydrogen , Mass transfer , Mercury lamps , Optimization

Flexible Photonics Based Optofluidic Photobioreactors

Erica Eunjung Jung, David Erickson

IMECE 2012; 971-973https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87872

Abstract

View Articletitled, Flexible Photonics Based Optofluidic Photobioreactors

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Topics: Biofuel , Energy efficiency , Photonics , Slabs , Waveguides

Molecular-Based Theory for Drag on a Circular Cylinder by a Liquid

Aaron P. Wemhoff

IMECE 2012; 975-982https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87895

Abstract

View Articletitled, Molecular-Based Theory for Drag on a Circular Cylinder by a Liquid

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Topics: Circular cylinders , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Fluids , Blood vessels , Chain , Fibers , Linings (Textiles) , Proteins

Impact of Heat Transfer on Centrifugal Compressors of Micro Turbines

Dries Verstraete, Yasitha Hewakuruppu

IMECE 2012; 983-991https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89189

Abstract

View Articletitled, Impact of Heat Transfer on Centrifugal Compressors of Micro Turbines

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Topics: Compressors , Heat transfer , Turbines , Design , Gas turbines , Compressor impellers , Diesel , Electric vehicles , Engines , Fluids

Characteristics of Turbulent Gas Flow in Microtubes

Chungpyo Hong, Shinichi Matsushita, Yutaka Asako, Ichiro Ueno

IMECE 2012; 993-998https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89272

Abstract

View Articletitled, Characteristics of Turbulent Gas Flow in Microtubes

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Topics: Gas flow , Turbulence , Flow (Dynamics) , Friction , Pressure , Electrical discharge machining , Cutting , Gates (Closures) , Mach number , Pressure transducers

Shape Effects on the Drag Force and Motion of Nano and Micro Particles in Low Reynolds Number Flows

Zhi-Gang Feng, Yusheng Feng, Maria Andersson

IMECE 2012; 999-1004https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89469

Abstract

View Articletitled, Shape Effects on the Drag Force and Motion of Nano and Micro Particles in Low Reynolds Number Flows

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Topics: Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Microparticles , Reynolds number , Shapes , Particulate matter , Nanoparticles , Drug delivery systems , Shear flow , Computer simulation

Experimental and Analytical Study of Sub-Watt Scale Tesla Turbine Performance

Vince D. Romanin, Vedavalli G. Krishnan, Van P. Carey, Michel M. Maharbiz

IMECE 2012; 1005-1014https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89675

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental and Analytical Study of Sub-Watt Scale Tesla Turbine Performance

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Topics: Turbines , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Energy harvesting , Maintenance , Microscale devices , Nozzles , Rotors , Water

Minichannels Cooling Using MWNT Fin Structures and Al₂O₃ Nanofluid

Jami Frances Tullius, Yildiz Bayazitoglu

IMECE 2012; 1015-1016https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89925

Abstract

View Articletitled, Minichannels Cooling Using MWNT Fin Structures and Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> Nanofluid

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Topics: Cooling , Multi-walled nanotubes , Nanofluids , Heat , Electronics , Heat exchangers

Fluid Mechanics and Rheology of Nonlinear Materials and Complex Fluids

Analysis of Secondary Flows and Heat Transfer in Viscoelastic Flow With Viscous Dissipation in Non-Circular Tubes

Mario F. Letelier, Fernando N. Zapata, Dennis A. Siginer, Juan Stockle

IMECE 2012; 1017-1021https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85403

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis of Secondary Flows and Heat Transfer in Viscoelastic Flow With Viscous Dissipation in Non-Circular Tubes

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Topics: Energy dissipation , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Shapes , Equations of motion , Heat flux , Reynolds number , Temperature , Viscoelastic fluids , Viscoelasticity

The Dynamics of Plug Zones in Elasto-Plastic Flows in Unsteady Flow in Circular Tubes

Mario F. Letelier, Dennis A. Siginer, Juan L. Ahumada, Juan S. Stockle

IMECE 2012; 1023-1028https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85404

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Dynamics of Plug Zones in Elasto-Plastic Flows in Unsteady Flow in Circular Tubes

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Unsteady flow , Fluids

Velocity Field Computation in Plastic Flow in Non-Circular Tubes Using Natural Coordinates

Mario F. Letelier, Juan S. Stockle

IMECE 2012; 1029-1033https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85405

Abstract

View Articletitled, Velocity Field Computation in Plastic Flow in Non-Circular Tubes Using Natural Coordinates

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Topics: Computation , Deformation , Pipes , Ducts , Fluids , Laminar flow , Modeling , Momentum , Numerical analysis , Shapes

Oscillating Viscoelastic Flow

Nariman Ashrafi, Sepideh Samghani

IMECE 2012; 1035-1042https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85635

Abstract

View Articletitled, Oscillating Viscoelastic Flow

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Plates (structures) , Stress , Excitation , Fittings , Galerkin method , Inertia (Mechanics) , Reynolds number , Rheology , Stability

Analysis of Gravity-Driven Slurry Flow

Nariman Ashrafi, Haniyeh Zeydabadi

IMECE 2012; 1043-1049https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85651

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis of Gravity-Driven Slurry Flow

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Gravity (Force) , Slurries , Pressure gradient , Stress , Closed channels , Fluid dynamics , Fluids , Sewer systems , Viscoelastic fluids

Effect of Rheology on Oil Well Plugging Process

A. Abdu, M. F. Naccache, P. R. de Souza Mendes

IMECE 2012; 1051-1059https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86148

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Rheology on Oil Well Plugging Process

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Topics: Oil well cementing , Rheology , Fluids , Cements (Adhesives) , Density , Drilling , Flow (Dynamics) , Computer software , Displacement , Momentum

An Experimental Study on the Cuttings Transport in Inclined Slim-Hole Annulus

Y. J. Kim, S. M. Han, N. S. Woo

IMECE 2012; 1061-1068https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86226

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Experimental Study on the Cuttings Transport in Inclined Slim-Hole Annulus

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Topics: Annulus , Flow (Dynamics) , Particulate matter , Drilling , Pipes , Friction , Non-Newtonian fluids , Pressure drop , Rotation , Two-phase flow

Pump Using Nematic Liquid Crystalline Flow Under Direct Current Electric Field

Kohei Miyahara, Kenta Kodama, Tetsuhiro Tsukiji

IMECE 2012; 1069-1075https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86480

Abstract

View Articletitled, Pump Using Nematic Liquid Crystalline Flow Under Direct Current Electric Field

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Topics: Actuators , Electric fields , Flow (Dynamics) , Liquid crystals , Pumps

Flow of Granular Materials Modeled as a Generalized Reiner-Rivlin Type Fluid

Wei-Tao Wu, Nadine Aubry, Mehrdad Massoudi

IMECE 2012; 1077-1083https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86957

Abstract

View Articletitled, Flow of Granular Materials Modeled as a Generalized Reiner-Rivlin Type Fluid

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Granular materials , Shear flow

Numerical Study of a Non-Linear Model for the Heat Flux Vector for Granular Materials

Hyunjin Yang, Nadine Aubry, Mehrdad Massoudi

IMECE 2012; 1085-1092https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86965

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Study of a Non-Linear Model for the Heat Flux Vector for Granular Materials

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Topics: Granular materials , Heat flux , Constitutive equations , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature , Boundary-value problems , Density , Differential equations , Heat transfer , Radiation effects

Brownian Dynamics Simulations of a Dispersion Composed of Two-Types of Charged Spherical Particles: For Development of a New Technology to Improve the Visibility of Rivers and Lakes

Satoshi Tamura, Akira Satoh

IMECE 2012; 1093-1100https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87152

Abstract

View Articletitled, Brownian Dynamics Simulations of a Dispersion Composed of Two-Types of Charged Spherical Particles: For Development of a New Technology to Improve the Visibility of Rivers and Lakes

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Engineering simulation , Lakes , Particulate matter , Rivers , Simulation , Gravity (Force) , Water

On the Hybrid-Type Method of Brownian Dynamics and Lattice Boltzmann for Activating the Brownian Motion of Magnetic Particles

Kana Ito, Akira Satoh

IMECE 2012; 1101-1109https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87165

Abstract

View Articletitled, On the Hybrid-Type Method of Brownian Dynamics and Lattice Boltzmann for Activating the Brownian Motion of Magnetic Particles

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Topics: Brownian motion , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Lattice Boltzmann methods , Magnetic particles , Particulate matter , Viscosity , Engineering simulation , Equations of motion , Flow (Dynamics) , Magnetic fields

Flow Properties of Bamboo Fiber Suspensions

Takuya Kubo, Satoshi Ogata

IMECE 2012; 1111-1116https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87283

Abstract

View Articletitled, Flow Properties of Bamboo Fiber Suspensions

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Topics: Fibers , Flow (Dynamics) , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Natural resources , Stress , Energy consumption , Filters , Friction , Pipe flow , Pipes

Thermal Effects in Slider Bearings With Limited Corrugation and Power-Law Lubricant

B. P. Huynh

IMECE 2012; 1117-1121https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87597

Abstract

View Articletitled, Thermal Effects in Slider Bearings With Limited Corrugation and Power-Law Lubricant

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Topics: Lubricants , Slider bearings , Temperature effects , Computational fluid dynamics , Temperature , Bearings , Computer software , Fluid films , Fluids , Shear (Mechanics)

Effect of Pressure-Dependent Viscosity on the Exiting Sheet Thickness in the Calendering of Newtonian Fluids

Alfredo Hernández, Oscar E. Bautista, Eric G. Bautista, Jose C. Arcos

IMECE 2012; 1123-1132https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87725

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Pressure-Dependent Viscosity on the Exiting Sheet Thickness in the Calendering of Newtonian Fluids

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Topics: Fluids , Pressure , Viscosity , Eigenvalues , Lubrication theory , Momentum

Thermal Properties of Carbon and Graphite Foams

Melanie Patrick, Amber Vital, Darian Bridges, Messiha Saad

IMECE 2012; 1133-1139https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88115

Abstract

View Articletitled, Thermal Properties of Carbon and Graphite Foams

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Topics: Carbon , Foams (Chemistry) , Graphite , Thermal properties , Specific heat , Thermal conductivity , Thermal diffusivity , ASTM International , Coal , Density

Graetz Problem Using FENE-P Fluids Without Viscous Dissipation

Filali Abdelkader, Lyes Khezzar, Dennis A. Siginer, Zoubir Nemouchi

IMECE 2012; 1141-1148https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89194

Abstract

View Articletitled, Graetz Problem Using FENE-P Fluids Without Viscous Dissipation

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Topics: Energy dissipation , Fluids , Heat transfer , Boundary-value problems , Computer simulation , Computer software , Elasticity , Entrance region , Finite element analysis , Heat conduction

Parametric Analysis of Effective Viscosity Models for Nanofluids

J. P. Meyer, P. N. Nwosu, M. Sharifpur, T. Ntumba

IMECE 2012; 1149-1157https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-93200

Abstract

View Articletitled, Parametric Analysis of Effective Viscosity Models for Nanofluids

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Topics: Nanofluids , Viscosity , Rheology , Fluids , Heat transfer

Fundamental Issues and Perspectives in Fluid Mechanics

Application of Cartesian Cut Cell Method for Incompressible Flow on High Lift Devices

Ramadan Ghmati, Badih Jawad, Selin Arslan

IMECE 2012; 1159-1168https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85549

Abstract

View Articletitled, Application of Cartesian Cut Cell Method for Incompressible Flow on High Lift Devices

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Airfoils , Algorithms , Boundary layers , Computer simulation , Density , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Shapes , Simulation models

Numerical Investigation of the Pouring Process of Liquid From an Open-Top Hydrostatic Column

Zhongguo Sun, Yangyang Liang, Xiao Chen, Guang Xi

IMECE 2012; 1169-1176https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86250

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of the Pouring Process of Liquid From an Open-Top Hydrostatic Column

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Topics: Hydrostatics , Particulate matter , Boundary-value problems , Deformation , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Rotation , Simulation , Containers , Identical particles (Quantum mechanics)

Experimental Investigation of a Jet and Vortex Actuator Using Particle Image Velocimetry

Sertac Cadirci, Hasan Gunes, Ulrich Rist, Bernd Peters

IMECE 2012; 1177-1188https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86299

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Investigation of a Jet and Vortex Actuator Using Particle Image Velocimetry

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Topics: Actuators , Flow control , Flow visualization , Particulate matter , Vortices

An Experimental Investigation of Turbulent Flow in Concentric Annulus Using Particle Image Velocimetry Technique

Fabio Ernesto Rodriguez Corredor, Majid Bizhani, Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman, Ergun Kuru

IMECE 2012; 1189-1196https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86417

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Experimental Investigation of Turbulent Flow in Concentric Annulus Using Particle Image Velocimetry Technique

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Topics: Annulus , Particulate matter , Turbulence , Flow (Dynamics) , Fully developed turbulent flow , Pipes , Shear stress , Food products , Geometry , Resolution (Optics)

Experimental Studies on Wake-Induced Transition of Turbulent Boundary Layers

Keiji Takeuchi, Susumu Fujimoto, Eitaro Koyabu, Tetsuhiro Tsukiji

IMECE 2012; 1197-1203https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86486

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Studies on Wake-Induced Transition of Turbulent Boundary Layers

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Topics: Boundary layer turbulence , Boundary layers , Pressure gradient , Wakes

Improvement of Constant Temperature Anemometer and Measurement of Energy Spectra in a Plane Turbulent Jet

Osamu Terashima, Kazuhiro Onishi, Yasuhiko Sakai, Kouji Nagata

IMECE 2012; 1205-1211https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86509

Abstract

View Articletitled, Improvement of Constant Temperature Anemometer and Measurement of Energy Spectra in a Plane Turbulent Jet

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Topics: Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Temperature , Turbulence , Circuits , Frequency response , Wire , Bridges (Structures) , Fluctuations (Physics) , Microscale devices , Velocity measurement

Reduced Aerodynamic Drag for Truck-Trailer Configurations Using Parametrized CFD Studies

Srdan Pavlović, Magnus Andersson, Jonas Lantz, Matts Karlsson

IMECE 2012; 1213-1220https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86816

Abstract

View Articletitled, Reduced Aerodynamic Drag for Truck-Trailer Configurations Using Parametrized CFD Studies

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Drag reduction , Trucks

A Study of Formation of Circulation Patterns in Laminar Unsteady Lid-Driven Cavity Flows Using PIV Measurement Techniques

K. M. Akyuzlu, J. Farkas

IMECE 2012; 1221-1230https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86890

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Study of Formation of Circulation Patterns in Laminar Unsteady Lid-Driven Cavity Flows Using PIV Measurement Techniques

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Topics: Cavity flows , Cavities , Steady state , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Particulate matter , Reynolds number , Water , Algorithms

Effect of Inflow Conditions on the Velocity and Momentum Decay Characteristics of a Submerged Viscoplastic Jet

Khaled J. Hammad

IMECE 2012; 1231-1240https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87014

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Inflow Conditions on the Velocity and Momentum Decay Characteristics of a Submerged Viscoplastic Jet

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Topics: Inflow , Momentum , Pipes , Yield stress , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Inertia (Mechanics) , Jets , Laminar flow , Nozzles

The Reynolds Number Effect on Flow Classification in the Wake of Two Staggered Cylinders

C. W. Wong, Y. Zhou, S. X. Feng

IMECE 2012; 1241-1247https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87066

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Reynolds Number Effect on Flow Classification in the Wake of Two Staggered Cylinders

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Topics: Cylinders , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Wakes , Boundary layers , Deflection , Flow separation , Vortices

An Experimental Study of Perpendicular Acoustic Disturbances Effect on Flow Over an Aerofoil at Low Reynolds Numbers

M. Serdar Genç, M. Tuğrul Akpolat, H. Hakan Açıkel, İlyas Karasu

IMECE 2012; 1249-1258https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87422

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Experimental Study of Perpendicular Acoustic Disturbances Effect on Flow Over an Aerofoil at Low Reynolds Numbers

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Topics: Acoustics , Airfoils , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Bubbles , Excitation , Separation (Technology) , Resonance , Wind tunnels , Flow visualization

Detailed Investigation on Rib Turbulated Flow Inside a Rectangular Duct

Md. Shaukat Ali, A. Tariq, B. K. Gandhi

IMECE 2012; 1259-1271https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87636

Abstract

View Articletitled, Detailed Investigation on Rib Turbulated Flow Inside a Rectangular Duct

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Topics: Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Cooling , Liquid crystals , Particulate matter , Pressure , Reynolds number , Shapes , Thermography

Increasing the Accuracy of Positive Displacement Meters for the Measurement of Volume in Liquid Hydrocarbon Logistics

Agustín García-Berrocal, Cristina Montalvo, Miguel Balbás, Juan Blázquez, Fernando De Lis

IMECE 2012; 1273-1280https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87721

Abstract

View Articletitled, Increasing the Accuracy of Positive Displacement Meters for the Measurement of Volume in Liquid Hydrocarbon Logistics

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Topics: Displacement , Flow (Dynamics) , Logistics , Calibration , Dimensions , Navier-Stokes equations , Temperature

Horizontal Two Phase Flow Regime Identification: Comparison of Pressure Signature, Electrical Capacitance Tomography (ECT) and High Speed Visualization

Paul J. Kreitzer, Michael Hanchak, Larry Byrd

IMECE 2012; 1281-1291https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89075

Abstract

View Articletitled, Horizontal Two Phase Flow Regime Identification: Comparison of Pressure Signature, Electrical Capacitance Tomography (ECT) and High Speed Visualization

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Topics: Capacitance , Pressure , Two-phase flow , Visualization , Flow (Dynamics) , Refrigerants , Vapors , Aerospace industry , Air Force , Compression

Hydraulic Jump due to Jet Impingement on Micro-Patterned Surfaces Exhibiting Ribs and Cavities

M. Johnson, D. Maynes, J. C. Vanderhoff, B. W. Webb

IMECE 2012; 1293-1302https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89104

Abstract

View Articletitled, Hydraulic Jump due to Jet Impingement on Micro-Patterned Surfaces Exhibiting Ribs and Cavities

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Topics: Cavities , Hydraulic jump , Reynolds number , Friction , Skin friction (Fluid dynamics) , Water , Anisotropy , Arches , Flow (Dynamics) , Shapes

Effect of Fluid Dynamic Parameters on the Performance of a Radial Flow Pressure Exchange Ejector

Muhammad Umar, Charles A. Garris

IMECE 2012; 1303-1313https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89360

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View Articletitled, Effect of Fluid Dynamic Parameters on the Performance of a Radial Flow Pressure Exchange Ejector

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Topics: Ejectors , Fluids , Pressure , Radial flow , Turbomachinery , Blades , Computer simulation , Energy levels (Quantum mechanics) , Flow (Dynamics) , High pressure (Physics)

Laminar-to-Turbulent Boundary Layer Prediction Using an Alternative to the Laminar Kinetic Energy Approach

Maurin Lopez, D. K. Walters

IMECE 2012; 1315-1321https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89433

Abstract

View Articletitled, Laminar-to-Turbulent Boundary Layer Prediction Using an Alternative to the Laminar Kinetic Energy Approach

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Topics: Boundary layers , Kinetic energy , Turbulence , Fluctuations (Physics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Flat plates , Modeling , Physics , Relaxation (Physics)

Steady and Unsteady Three-Dimensional Flows in Confined Configurations With Constant and Variable Inflow Velocity

Araz Panahi, Dan Mateescu

IMECE 2012; 1323-1334https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89487

Abstract

View Articletitled, Steady and Unsteady Three-Dimensional Flows in Confined Configurations With Constant and Variable Inflow Velocity

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Inflow , Flow separation , Compressibility , Confined flow , Cycles , Engineering systems and industry applications , Flow-induced vibrations , Fluctuations (Physics) , Navier-Stokes equations

Suppression of Instabilities in Low-Density Jets via Density-Profile Control

Sukanta Bhattacharjee, Sumanta Acharya

IMECE 2012; 1335-1340https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89910

Abstract

View Articletitled, Suppression of Instabilities in Low-Density Jets via Density-Profile Control

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Topics: Density , Jets , Plasmas (Ionized gases) , Engineering simulation , Fluctuations (Physics) , Reynolds number , Shapes , Simulation

Rayleigh Taylor Experiments

Sarat Kuchibhatla, Devesh Ranjan

IMECE 2012; 1341-1351https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-93087

Abstract

View Articletitled, Rayleigh Taylor Experiments

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Topics: Bubbles , Density , Imaging , Rayleigh-Taylor instability , Resolution (Optics) , Servomechanisms , Temperature , Thermocouples , Topology , Water

Simulations of the Tilted Rig Experiment Using the xRAGE and FLAG Hydrocodes

Bertrand Rollin, Nicholas A. Denissen, Jon M. Reisner, Malcolm J. Andrews

IMECE 2012; 1353-1361https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-93094

Abstract

View Articletitled, Simulations of the Tilted Rig Experiment Using the xRAGE and FLAG Hydrocodes

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Topics: Engineering simulation , Simulation , Rockets , Fluids , Rayleigh-Taylor instability , Density , Engines , Hydrodynamics , Motors , Relaxation (Physics)

Crossflow Over a Porous Circular Cylinder With Surface Blowing: CFD Analysis With Experimental Validation

T. H. Reif, F. A. Kulacki

IMECE 2012; 1363-1372https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-93472

Abstract

View Articletitled, Crossflow Over a Porous Circular Cylinder With Surface Blowing: CFD Analysis With Experimental Validation

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Topics: Circular cylinders , Computational fluid dynamics , Errors , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Turbulence , Finite element methods , Flow visualization , Laminar flow , Pressure

Large Eddy Simulation of the Flow Over a Flat Plate at Small Incidence Angle With an Advective Sub-Grid Model

L. E. B. Sampaio, A. L. T. Rezende, A. O. Nieckele

IMECE 2012; 1373-1381https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-93487

Abstract

View Articletitled, Large Eddy Simulation of the Flow Over a Flat Plate at Small Incidence Angle With an Advective Sub-Grid Model

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Topics: Flat plates , Flow (Dynamics) , Large eddy simulation , Airfoils , Design , Geometry , Pressure , Reynolds number , Statistics , Tensors

Heat and Mass Transfer in Biotechnology

Determination of the Effective Diffusion Coefficient of Nano-Particles in Biological Tissue Using Simulation Method and Experimental Measurement

Kai Yue, Yang Song, Peng Xu, Xinxin Zhang

IMECE 2012; 1383-1390https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87439

Abstract

View Articletitled, Determination of the Effective Diffusion Coefficient of Nano-Particles in Biological Tissue Using Simulation Method and Experimental Measurement

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Topics: Biological tissues , Diffusion (Physics) , Nanoparticles , Simulation , Magnetic resonance imaging , Computer simulation , Fluids , Magnetic fluids , Patient treatment , Porous materials

Nanoparticle Redistribution During Magnetic Nanoparticle Hyperthermia: Multi-Physics Porous Medium Model Analyses

Anilchandra Attaluri, Robert Ivkov, Ronghui Ma, Liang Zhu

IMECE 2012; 1391-1395https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89486

Abstract

View Articletitled, Nanoparticle Redistribution During Magnetic Nanoparticle Hyperthermia: Multi-Physics Porous Medium Model Analyses

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Topics: Nanoparticles , Physics , Porous materials , Damage , Biological tissues , Tumors , Heating , Diffusion (Physics) , Heat transfer , Porosity

Measurements of the Thermal Conductivity of Sub-Millimeter Biological Tissues

Sean D. Lubner, Jeunghwan Choi, Yasuhiro Hasegawa, Anthony Fong, John C. Bischof, Chris Dames

IMECE 2012; 1397-1404https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89706

Abstract

View Articletitled, Measurements of the Thermal Conductivity of Sub-Millimeter Biological Tissues

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Topics: Biological tissues , Thermal conductivity , Heat losses , Agar , Bioengineering , Biomaterials , Cryonics , Errors , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat

Heat Transfer in Electronic Equipment

Comparison Between PIV Results and CFD Simulations of Air Flows in a Thin Electronics Casing Model

Masaru Ishizuka, Tomoyuki Hatakeyama, Risako Kibushi, Yasushi Nishino, Shinji Nakagawa

IMECE 2012; 1405-1410https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85581

Abstract

View Articletitled, Comparison Between PIV Results and CFD Simulations of Air Flows in a Thin Electronics Casing Model

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Topics: Air flow , Computational fluid dynamics , Electronics , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Electronic equipment , Flow (Dynamics) , Cooling , Heat , Particulate matter

Numerical Analysis of Flow and Thermal Performance of a Water-Cooled Wavy Microchannel Heat Sink

Gongnan Xie, Jian Liu, Weihong Zhang, Bengt Sundén

IMECE 2012; 1411-1417https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85920

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Analysis of Flow and Thermal Performance of a Water-Cooled Wavy Microchannel Heat Sink

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat sinks , Microchannels , Numerical analysis , Pressure drop , Water

Capitalizing on the Lock-On Phenomenon in the Cooling of Electronic Equipment

Raed I. Bourisli

IMECE 2012; 1419-1425https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86105

Abstract

View Articletitled, Capitalizing on the Lock-On Phenomenon in the Cooling of Electronic Equipment

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Topics: Cooling , Electronic equipment , Locks (Waterways) , Oscillations , Plates (structures) , Fluids , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Vortex shedding , Corners (Structural elements)

Parametric Design and Optimization for Impingement Jet Heat Transfer Over Dimpled Topologies

Deepchand Singh Negi, Arvind Pattamatta

IMECE 2012; 1427-1440https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87487

Abstract

View Articletitled, Parametric Design and Optimization for Impingement Jet Heat Transfer Over Dimpled Topologies

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Topics: Heat transfer , Optimization , Parametric design , Plates (structures) , Design , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer coefficients , Response surface methodology , Reynolds number

Numerical Investigation of Electronic Liquid Cooling Based on the Thermomagnetic Effect

Giti Karimi-Moghaddam, Richard D. Gould, Subhashish Bhattacharya

IMECE 2012; 1441-1447https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87764

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of Electronic Liquid Cooling Based on the Thermomagnetic Effect

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Topics: Cooling , Magnetic fields , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Solenoids , Stress , Cooling systems , Electronic systems , Fluids , Computer simulation

Operational Temperature Ranges in Pulsating Heat Pipes

Nick Hansen, Gregory J. Michna

IMECE 2012; 1449-1456https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88008

Abstract

View Articletitled, Operational Temperature Ranges in Pulsating Heat Pipes

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Topics: Heat pipes , Temperature , Heat , Computer cooling , Condensers (steam plant) , Design , Energy dissipation , Heat sinks , Steady state

Thermal Performance of High-Flow Single-Phase Liquid-Cooled Heat Sinks

Ildar F. Akhmadullin, Randall D. Manteufel, Christopher Greene

IMECE 2012; 1457-1465https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88144

Abstract

View Articletitled, Thermal Performance of High-Flow Single-Phase Liquid-Cooled Heat Sinks

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat sinks , Errors , Uncertainty , Internal flow , Pressure drop , Thermal resistance , Accounting , Calibration , Cooling

Steady State Numerical Modeling of Non-Conventional Loop Heat Pipes (LHPs)

Karthik S. Remella, Frank M. Gerner, Ahmed Shuja, Praveen Medis

IMECE 2012; 1467-1478https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88217

Abstract

View Articletitled, Steady State Numerical Modeling of Non-Conventional Loop Heat Pipes (LHPs)

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Topics: Computer simulation , Heat pipes , Steady state , Condensers (steam plant) , Vapors , Evaporation , Pressure , Convection , Copper , Design

An Active Heat Sink System With Piezoelectric Translational Agitators and Micro Pin Fin Arrays

Taiho Yeom, Terrence W. Simon, Youmin Yu, Min Zhang, Smita Agrawal, Longzhong Huang, Tao Zhang, Mark T. North, Tianhong Cui

IMECE 2012; 1479-1488https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88449

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Active Heat Sink System With Piezoelectric Translational Agitators and Micro Pin Fin Arrays

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Topics: Heat sinks , Blades , Displacement , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Actuators , Carbon fibers , Composite materials , Electronics , Energy dissipation

Fluid Damping and Power Consumption of Active Devices Used in Cooling Electronics

Longzhong Huang, Smita Agrawal, Terrence Simon, Min Zhang, Taiho Yeom, Mark North, Tianhong Cui

IMECE 2012; 1489-1495https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88627

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fluid Damping and Power Consumption of Active Devices Used in Cooling Electronics

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Topics: Cooling , Damping , Electronics , Energy consumption , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Jets

Noise Measurements and Reduction for High-Frequency Vibrating Devices in the Application of Cooling Electronics

Longzhong Huang, Terrence Simon, Min Zhang, Taiho Yeom, Mark North, Tianhong Cui

IMECE 2012; 1497-1504https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88638

Abstract

View Articletitled, Noise Measurements and Reduction for High-Frequency Vibrating Devices in the Application of Cooling Electronics

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Topics: Computer cooling , Cooling , Electronics , Noise (Sound) , Silencers , Acoustics , Heat transfer , Actuators , Design , Electromagnetic spectrum

Preliminary Study on the Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow in Formed, Lap-Wound End Windings of Electric Machinery

Thomas Mancuso, Abhijit Mukherjee

IMECE 2012; 1505-1514https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89544

Abstract

View Articletitled, Preliminary Study on the Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow in Formed, Lap-Wound End Windings of Electric Machinery

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Topics: Fluid dynamics , Heat transfer , Machinery , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Stators , Computational fluid dynamics , Cooling , Copper , Ducts

Advances in Fan Modeling: Issues and Effects on Thermal Design of Electronics

M. Baris Dogruoz, Gokul Shankaran

IMECE 2012; 1515-1522https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89857

Abstract

View Articletitled, Advances in Fan Modeling: Issues and Effects on Thermal Design of Electronics

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Topics: Design , Electronics , Modeling , Fans , Flow (Dynamics) , Impellers , Axial flow , Computation , Cooling , Electronic systems

Heat Transfer in Energy Systems

Design, Construction and Calibration of an Instrument for Measuring the Production of Chilled Water by the Combined Effects of Evaporation and Night Sky Radiation

Ahmed Y. Taha Al-Zubaydi, John Dartnall, Annette Dowd

IMECE 2012; 1523-1532https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85645

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design, Construction and Calibration of an Instrument for Measuring the Production of Chilled Water by the Combined Effects of Evaporation and Night Sky Radiation

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Topics: Calibration , Construction , Design , Evaporation , Instrumentation , Radiation (Physics) , Water , Aluminum , Cooling , Engineering simulation

The Design of a Yacht-Type Chiller

Mehmet Kayki, Ali Celen, Nurullah Kayaci, Ahmet Selim Dalkiliç, Somchai Wongwises

IMECE 2012; 1533-1541https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85736

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View Articletitled, The Design of a Yacht-Type Chiller

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Topics: Design , Air conditioning , Ventilation , Pipes , Temperature , Condensation , Cooling , Dehumidification , Energy efficiency , Evaporation

Investigation of the System Parameters Affecting the Runtime of a Freezer Compartment

Husnu Kerpicci, Onur Poyraz, Tolga N. Aynur, Ismail Teke

IMECE 2012; 1543-1549https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85848

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View Articletitled, Investigation of the System Parameters Affecting the Runtime of a Freezer Compartment

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Topics: Air flow , Compressors , Cycles , Energy consumption , Evaporation , Temperature

Experimental Investigation of Flat Tube-Louver Fin Heat Exchanger Performance Working as a Cooler in Dry and Wet Conditions

Sahil Popli, Yunho Hwang, Reinhard Radermacher

IMECE 2012; 1551-1557https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85884

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View Articletitled, Experimental Investigation of Flat Tube-Louver Fin Heat Exchanger Performance Working as a Cooler in Dry and Wet Conditions

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Topics: Heat exchangers , Water , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Pressure drop , Temperature , Wetting , Fluids

Thermal Rectification in Bulk Materials Using Rough Contacts: A Thermal Diode

Robert A. Sayer

IMECE 2012; 1559-1564https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86065

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View Articletitled, Thermal Rectification in Bulk Materials Using Rough Contacts: A Thermal Diode

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Topics: Bulk solids , Surface roughness , Thermal rectification , Contact resistance , Temperature , Pressure , Reservoirs , Electrical conductance , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry

Molecular Dynamic Simulation of Thermal Conductivity of Electrically Insulating Thermal Nano-Oil

K. Raji, C. B. Sobhan, Jaime Taha-Tijerina, T. N. Narayanan, P. M. Ajayan

IMECE 2012; 1565-1571https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86111

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View Articletitled, Molecular Dynamic Simulation of Thermal Conductivity of Electrically Insulating Thermal Nano-Oil

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Topics: Molecular dynamics , Molecular dynamics simulation , Nanofluids , Simulation , Thermal conductivity

Study on Heat Transfer Characteristics of Loop Heat Pipe for Solar Collector

Shota Sato, Shigeki Hirasawa, Tsuyoshi Kawanami, Katsuaki Shirai

IMECE 2012; 1573-1581https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86260

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View Articletitled, Study on Heat Transfer Characteristics of Loop Heat Pipe for Solar Collector

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Topics: Heat pipes , Heat transfer , Solar collectors , Thermal conductivity

Assessment of Single and Two-Phase Models for Nanofluid Flow at the Entrance Region of a Uniformly Heated Tube

Sinan Goktepe, Kunt Atalik, Hakan Erturk

IMECE 2012; 1583-1591https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86274

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View Articletitled, Assessment of Single and Two-Phase Models for Nanofluid Flow at the Entrance Region of a Uniformly Heated Tube

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Topics: Entrance region , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Nanofluids

Experimental Investigation of a Desiccant Wheel Cycle

Ali Al-Alili, Yunho Hwang, Reinhard Radermacher

IMECE 2012; 1593-1600https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86309

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View Articletitled, Experimental Investigation of a Desiccant Wheel Cycle

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Topics: Cycles , Wheels , Temperature , Air conditioning , Stress , Air conditioners , Dehumidification , Enthalpy , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat

Heat Transfer in a Long, Thin Tube Section of an Air Compressor: An Empirical Correlation From CFD and a Thermodynamic Modeling

Chao Zhang, Mohsen Saadat, Perry Y. Li, Terrence W. Simon

IMECE 2012; 1601-1607https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86673

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View Articletitled, Heat Transfer in a Long, Thin Tube Section of an Air Compressor: An Empirical Correlation From CFD and a Thermodynamic Modeling

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Topics: Air compressors , Computational fluid dynamics , Heat transfer , Modeling , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Temperature , Compression , Pistons , Compressed air

Optical Validation of Ejector Flow Characteristics Predicted by Computational Analysis

Adrienne B. Little, Yann Bartosiewicz, Srinivas Garimella

IMECE 2012; 1609-1620https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86767

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View Articletitled, Optical Validation of Ejector Flow Characteristics Predicted by Computational Analysis

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Topics: Ejectors , Flow (Dynamics) , Design , Turbulence , Heat , Engineering simulation , Shock (Mechanics) , Simulation , Air flow , Boundary layers

Thermal Modeling of High Temperature Energy Storage Using Encapsulated Phase Change Materials

Ali F. Elmozughi, Weihuan Zhao, Sudhakar Neti, Alparslan Oztekin

IMECE 2012; 1621-1628https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86794

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View Articletitled, Thermal Modeling of High Temperature Energy Storage Using Encapsulated Phase Change Materials

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Topics: Energy storage , High temperature , Modeling , Phase change materials , Enthalpy , Porosity , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Heat transfer

Transient 2-D Heat Transfer Analysis of Encapsulated Phase Change Materials for Thermal Energy Storage

Weihuan Zhao, Ali F. Elmozughi, Sudhakar Neti, Alparslan Oztekin

IMECE 2012; 1629-1637https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86797

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View Articletitled, Transient 2-D Heat Transfer Analysis of Encapsulated Phase Change Materials for Thermal Energy Storage

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Topics: Heat transfer , Phase change materials , Thermal energy storage , Transients (Dynamics) , Buoyancy , Convection , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Solar thermal power , Concentrating solar power

Analytical Modeling and Experimental Measurements of Ternary Molten Salt Heat Transfer Fluids for Energy Applications

Kevin Coscia, Sudhakar Neti, Alparslan Oztekin, Tucker Elliot, Satish Mohapatra

IMECE 2012; 1639-1644https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86802

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View Articletitled, Analytical Modeling and Experimental Measurements of Ternary Molten Salt Heat Transfer Fluids for Energy Applications

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Topics: Fluids , Heat transfer , Modeling , Temperature , Freezing , High temperature , Concentrating solar power , Differential scanning calorimetry , Melting , Natural gas processing

Heat Transfer Analysis of Internally Grooved Copper Tube R404-A Evaporators

Cenk Onan, Derya B. Ozkan, Levent Ceran

IMECE 2012; 1645-1649https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86999

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View Articletitled, Heat Transfer Analysis of Internally Grooved Copper Tube R404-A Evaporators

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Topics: Copper , Heat transfer

Numerical Analysis of Convection Heat Transfer for Subsea Xmas Tree Assembly

Kuang Ding, Hongwu Zhu, Jinya Zhang, Xuan Luo, Junyao Zhu, Mu Chang

IMECE 2012; 1651-1658https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87024

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View Articletitled, Numerical Analysis of Convection Heat Transfer for Subsea Xmas Tree Assembly

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Topics: Convection , Manufacturing , Numerical analysis , Ocean engineering , Seawater , Heat losses , Temperature , Water , Computational fluid dynamics , Design

Multiscale Modeling of Flow and Heat Transfer in Porous Media

Zhenyu Liu, Huiru Wang, Yuanpeng Yao, Huiying Wu

IMECE 2012; 1659-1666https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87104

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View Articletitled, Multiscale Modeling of Flow and Heat Transfer in Porous Media

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Multiscale modeling , Porous materials , Convection , Equilibrium (Physics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Fluids , Latent heat , Thermal energy storage

An Experimental Study of Heat Transfer on a Smooth U-Bend Channel Surface

Lei Wang, Tareq Salameh, Bengt Sundén

IMECE 2012; 1667-1674https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87295

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View Articletitled, An Experimental Study of Heat Transfer on a Smooth U-Bend Channel Surface

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Topics: Heat transfer , Heat transfer coefficients , Liquid crystals , Nozzles , Reynolds number , Wall temperature

A Numerical Study of the Convective Heat Transfer in Low-Reynolds Number Turbulent Flows in Corrugated Pipes

Ramin K. Rahmani, J. Eric Arnold, George W. Kraus

IMECE 2012; 1675-1681https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87516

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View Articletitled, A Numerical Study of the Convective Heat Transfer in Low-Reynolds Number Turbulent Flows in Corrugated Pipes

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Topics: Convection , Heat transfer , Large eddy simulation , Pipes , Turbulence

Ceiling-Mounted Fresh Air Personalized Ventilator System for Occupant-Controlled Microenvironment

Alain Makhoul, Kamel Ghali, Nesreen Ghaddar

IMECE 2012; 1683-1693https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87565

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View Articletitled, Ceiling-Mounted Fresh Air Personalized Ventilator System for Occupant-Controlled Microenvironment

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Topics: Air pollution , Ceilings , Ventilation , Diffusers , Flow (Dynamics) , Nozzles , Air conditioning , Computational fluid dynamics , Air entrainment , Air flow

Heat Transfer at Aluminum-Water Interfaces: Effect of Surface Roughness

H. Sam Huang, Jennifer L. Wohlwend, Vikas Varshney, Ajit K. Roy

IMECE 2012; 1695-1702https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87584

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View Articletitled, Heat Transfer at Aluminum-Water Interfaces: Effect of Surface Roughness

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Topics: Aluminum , Finite element methods , Heat transfer , Molecular dynamics , Surface roughness , Water

Controller to Regulate Maximum Server CPU Temperatures in a Rack by Varying CRAC Supply Air Temperatures

Vikneshan Sundaralingam, Yogendra Joshi, Vaibhav Arghode

IMECE 2012; 1703-1709https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87600

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View Articletitled, Controller to Regulate Maximum Server CPU Temperatures in a Rack by Varying CRAC Supply Air Temperatures

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Topics: Control equipment , Data centers , Design , Temperature

A Numerical Study of the Effect of an Irradiated Slatted Top Down – Bottom Up Blind on the Convective Heat Transfer Rate From a Recessed Window to an Adjacent Room

Patrick H. Oosthuizen, J. T. Paul

IMECE 2012; 1711-1717https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87735

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View Articletitled, A Numerical Study of the Effect of an Irradiated Slatted Top Down – Bottom Up Blind on the Convective Heat Transfer Rate From a Recessed Window to an Adjacent Room

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Topics: Convection , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Solar energy , Approximation , Heat , Heat transfer , Radiant heat , Solar radiation , Turbulence