Topics: Nanoparticles , Particulate matter , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluorescence , Geometry , Algorithms , Calibration , Computer simulation , Dimensions , Image processing

Molecular Dynamics Study of DNA Translocation Through Graphene Nanopores With Controllable Speed

Kun Li, Wei Si, Jingjie Sha, Yunfei Chen

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A005https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50858

Abstract

View Articletitled, Molecular Dynamics Study of DNA Translocation Through Graphene Nanopores With Controllable Speed

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Topics: DNA , Graphene , Molecular dynamics , Nanopores , Atomic force microscopy , Atoms , Currents , Decision analysis , Direct current (Electricity) , Electric fields

Interfacial Electrical Shear Stresses Induce Electrohydrodynamic Flows Inside Droplets Actuated by Electrowetting

W. M. Salman, H. A. Ali, M. S. Abdelsalam, M. F. F. El-Dosoky, M. Abdelgawad

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A006https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51579

Abstract

View Articletitled, Interfacial Electrical Shear Stresses Induce Electrohydrodynamic Flows Inside Droplets Actuated by Electrowetting

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Topics: Drops , Electrohydrodynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Shear stress , Electrical conductivity , Fluid dynamics , Oscillations , Temperature

Second Law Analysis of Different Channel Geometries for Micro-Mixing

Zhaotong Meng, Evan C. Lemley, Mohammad R. Hossan

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A007https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51783

Abstract

View Articletitled, Second Law Analysis of Different Channel Geometries for Micro-Mixing

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Entropy , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics , Fluids , Geometry , Heat transfer , Microchannels , Second law of thermodynamics

Compound Droplet Modelling of Circulating Tumor Cell Microfiltration

Zhifeng Zhang, Jie Xu, Xiaolin Chen

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A008https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51957

Abstract

View Articletitled, Compound Droplet Modelling of Circulating Tumor Cell Microfiltration

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Topics: Drops , Microfiltration , Modeling , Tumors , Cancer , Pressure , Deformation , Blood , Design , Flow (Dynamics)

A Bioinspired Active Micropump

Prashanta Dutta, Jin Liu

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A009https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52411

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Bioinspired Active Micropump

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Topics: Biomimetics , Micropumps , Proteins , Protons , Pressure , Fluid dynamics , Pumps , Computer simulation , Design , Flow (Dynamics)

Confinement Effects on Phase Behavior of Hydrocarbon in Nanochannels

M. Alfi, H. Nasrabadi, D. Banerjee

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A010https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52845

Abstract

View Articletitled, Confinement Effects on Phase Behavior of Hydrocarbon in Nanochannels

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Topics: Bubbles , Design , Fluids , Imaging , Nanofluidics , Nucleation (Physics) , Petroleum , Pressure , Reservoirs , Rocks

Multiphase Flow With Oil and Gas Applications (MFOG)

Analysis of Two-Phase Stratified Flow and Liquid Hold Up at Dead Ends of T-Sectioned Natural Gas Pipelines

Kaushik Das, Debashis Basu, Xihua He, Stuart Stothoff, Kevin Supak, Rebecca Owston

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A011https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50049

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis of Two-Phase Stratified Flow and Liquid Hold Up at Dead Ends of T-Sectioned Natural Gas Pipelines

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Topics: Natural gas distribution , Stratified flow , Water , Flow (Dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Junctions , Corrosion , Energy budget (Physics) , Fluids , Gas flow

Comparison of Eulerian-Granular and Discrete Element Models for Simulation of Proppant Flows in Fractured Reservoirs

Debashis Basu, Kaushik Das, Kevin Smart, Goodluck Ofoegbu

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A012https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50050

Abstract

View Articletitled, Comparison of Eulerian-Granular and Discrete Element Models for Simulation of Proppant Flows in Fractured Reservoirs

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Reservoirs , Simulation , Discrete element methods , Particulate matter , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Computer simulation , Engineering simulation , Engineering systems and industry applications

Numerical Modeling and Parametric Assessment of Proppant Flow in Fractured Reservoirs

Kaushik Das, Debashis Basu, Kevin Smart, Goodluck Ofoegbu

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A013https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50051

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Modeling and Parametric Assessment of Proppant Flow in Fractured Reservoirs

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Topics: Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Reservoirs , Fracture (Process) , Fracture (Materials) , Particulate matter , Fluids , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Viscosity

Experimental Characterization of the Flow Instabilities of a Mixed-Flow Multiphase Pump Operating Air and Water Through Local Visualization and Analysis of Dynamic Measurements

Alberto Serena, Lars E. Bakken

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A014https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50396

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Characterization of the Flow Instabilities of a Mixed-Flow Multiphase Pump Operating Air and Water Through Local Visualization and Analysis of Dynamic Measurements

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Topics: Experimental characterization , Flow (Dynamics) , Flow instability , Pumps , Visualization , Water , Computer simulation , Machinery , Pressure , Design

Visualisation of Diffuser Instabilities in a Wet Gas Compressor

Veronica Ferrara, Lars E. Bakken

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A015https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50399

Abstract

View Articletitled, Visualisation of Diffuser Instabilities in a Wet Gas Compressor

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Topics: Diffusers , Gas compressors , Visualization , Compressors , Ocean engineering , Stability , Compression , Crude oil , Fast Fourier transforms , Flow (Dynamics)

Validation of Equilibrium-Based, One-Dimensional, Two-Phase Pipe Flow Models With Transient, Three-Dimensional, CFD Simulations for Horizontal Flows

Florentina Popa, Andrey Filippov, Brent C. Houchens

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A016https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50610

Abstract

View Articletitled, Validation of Equilibrium-Based, One-Dimensional, Two-Phase Pipe Flow Models With Transient, Three-Dimensional, CFD Simulations for Horizontal Flows

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Engineering simulation , Equilibrium (Physics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Pipe flow , Simulation , Transients (Dynamics) , Approximation , Computer simulation , Errors

Gas Separation by Using Spiral Wound Membrane

Mohammed Alrehili, Mustafa Usta, Nawaf Alkhamis, Ali Anqi, Alparslan Oztekin

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A017https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51852

Abstract

View Articletitled, Gas Separation by Using Spiral Wound Membrane

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Topics: Membranes , Separation (Technology) , Lattice Boltzmann methods , Carbon dioxide , Methane , Momentum , Relaxation (Physics) , Simulation , Turbulence , Computational fluid dynamics

Multiphase CFD Analysis of a Subsea Intervention System

Elham Maghsoudi, Uday Godse, Alistair Gill

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A018https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51921

Abstract

View Articletitled, Multiphase CFD Analysis of a Subsea Intervention System

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Ocean engineering , Cements (Adhesives) , Flow (Dynamics) , Design , Fluids , Geometry , Resins , Transients (Dynamics) , Water

Analysis of Numerical Simulation of Gas-Liquid Slug Flow Using Slug Tracking Model

Stella C. P. Cavalli, Cristiane Cozin, Fausto A. A. Barbuto, Rigoberto E. M. Morales

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A019https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52031

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis of Numerical Simulation of Gas-Liquid Slug Flow Using Slug Tracking Model

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Topics: Computer simulation , Slug flows , Bubbles , Flow (Dynamics) , Shapes , Simulation , Transients (Dynamics) , Computer software , Liquid films , Pipes

An Experimental Characterization of Horizontal Gas-Liquid Slug Flow

Fernando E. C. Vicencio, Fábio A. Schneider, Cristiane Cozin, Fausto A. Barbuto, Marco J. Da Silva, Rigoberto E. M. Morales

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A020https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52064

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Experimental Characterization of Horizontal Gas-Liquid Slug Flow

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Topics: Experimental characterization , Slug flows , Flow (Dynamics) , Bubbles , Capacitance , Density , Fluid mechanics , Pipelines , Pipes , Porosity

Shear Effects on Phase Inversion in Oil-Water Flow

Mo Zhang, Shoubo Wang, Ram S. Mohan, Ovadia Shoham, Haijing Gao

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A021https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52076

Abstract

View Articletitled, Shear Effects on Phase Inversion in Oil-Water Flow

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Shear (Mechanics) , Water , Gear pumps , Petroleum industry , Production equipment , Pumps , Transportation systems

Large Eddy Simulation of Emulsified Canola Oil Sprays in Swirl-Promoted Combustion Chamber

Qibo Li, Jorge L. Alvarado

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A022https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52413

Abstract

View Articletitled, Large Eddy Simulation of Emulsified Canola Oil Sprays in Swirl-Promoted Combustion Chamber

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Topics: Combustion chambers , Large eddy simulation , Sprays , Drops , Fuels , Air flow , Swirling flow , Vortices , Algorithms , Computer simulation

Modeling Droplets Shearing and Coalescence Using a Population Balance Method in Produced Water Treatment Systems

Abdul Motin, John M. Walsh, André Bénard

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A023https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53097

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modeling Droplets Shearing and Coalescence Using a Population Balance Method in Produced Water Treatment Systems

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Topics: Die cutting , Drops , Modeling , Shearing (Deformation) , Water treatment , Energy dissipation , Turbulence , Water , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Fluids

Mesoscopic Simulation of Slip Motion for Gas Flow in Nanochannels

Kingsley I. Madiebo, Hadi Nasrabadi, Eduardo Gildin

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A024https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53696

Abstract

View Articletitled, Mesoscopic Simulation of Slip Motion for Gas Flow in Nanochannels

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Topics: Gas flow , Mesoscopic systems , Simulation , Permeability , Fluids , Lattice Boltzmann methods

Posters

Analysis of Gas Hydrate Formation in Subsea External Sleeve Choke

Biao Hu, Hongwu Zhu, Fangling Xu, Youjiang Zhang, Huiqin Lv, Binbin Yin

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A025https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50131

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis of Gas Hydrate Formation in Subsea External Sleeve Choke

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Topics: Methane hydrate , Ocean engineering , Pressure , Temperature , Computational fluid dynamics , Safety , Transportation systems

Development of New Backwashing Air Amplifying Device for Bag Filter

Ryo Ebisuzaki, Eijiro Mukai, Youichi Nakazato, Masaru Jitsukawa, Kenji Monden

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A026https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50558

Abstract

View Articletitled, Development of New Backwashing Air Amplifying Device for Bag Filter

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Topics: Filters , Compressed air , Computational fluid dynamics , Maintenance , Pressure , Shapes , Computation , Design , Dust , Ejectors

The Influence of Micro Scale Ratchet Depth on the Motion of Leidenfrost Drop

Jeong Tae Ok, Sunggook Park

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A027https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51922

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Influence of Micro Scale Ratchet Depth on the Motion of Leidenfrost Drop

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Topics: Mechanical admittance , Temperature , Water

Electrodeposition of Long Silver Nanowires in Highly Ordered Polymer-Based Template

Zheng Jia, Junseo Choi, Sunggook Park

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A028https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52727

Abstract

View Articletitled, Electrodeposition of Long Silver Nanowires in Highly Ordered Polymer-Based Template

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Topics: Electrodeposition , Nanowires , Polymers , Silver , Aluminum , Diffusion (Physics) , Lithography , Overvoltage , Plating baths

Impact Resistance of Liquid Body Armor Utilizing Shear Thickening Fluids: A Computational Study

Fardin Khalili, Federico De Paoli, Rasim Guldiken

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A029https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53376

Abstract

View Articletitled, Impact Resistance of Liquid Body Armor Utilizing Shear Thickening Fluids: A Computational Study

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Topics: Body armor , Fluids , Shear (Mechanics) , Bullets , Viscosity , Multiphase flow , Simulation , Computational fluid dynamics , Equilibrium (Physics) , Fibers

Symposium on CFD Applications for Optimization and Controls

Numerical Investigation of Two-Phase Flow in 45 Degrees “Y” Junctions

Carlos Chacon, Carlos Moreno, Miguel Arbej, Miguel Asuaje

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A030https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50631

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of Two-Phase Flow in 45 Degrees “Y” Junctions

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Topics: Junctions , Two-phase flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Bubbles , Pipes , Fittings , Slug flows , American Petroleum Institute , Bubbly flow

Performance Study on Vortex Tube Air Intake Filter in Gas Turbine

Tao Sun, Peng Sun, Lanxin Sun, Yigang Luan, Mingfei Zhang

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A031https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51129

Abstract

View Articletitled, Performance Study on Vortex Tube Air Intake Filter in Gas Turbine

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Topics: Filters , Gas turbines , Vortices , Computation , Computer simulation , Design , Errors

Analysis Method for CFD Results of Centrifugal Blower in Vacuum Cleaner Using Proper Orthogonal Decomposition

Koma Sato, Takeshi Honda

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A032https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51178

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis Method for CFD Results of Centrifugal Blower in Vacuum Cleaner Using Proper Orthogonal Decomposition

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Principal component analysis , Vacuum , Flow (Dynamics) , Data storage systems , Diffusers , Noise (Sound) , Pressure , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Blades

Numerical and Experimental Investigation of the Flow in the SNS Jet Flow Target

Charlotte Barbier, Mark Wendel, David Felde, Michael C. Daugherty

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A033https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51910

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical and Experimental Investigation of the Flow in the SNS Jet Flow Target

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Jets , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer simulation , Vessels , Boundary-value problems , Design , Engineering simulation , Heat , Neutron sources

CFD Simulation of a 6-Cylinder Diesel Engine Intake and Exhaust Manifold

Di Wang, WeiWei Zhang, Daokun Liu, Xia Chen, Guangwu Tang, Tyamo Okosun, Bin Wu, Chenn Q. Zhou

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A034https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52399

Abstract

View Articletitled, CFD Simulation of a 6-Cylinder Diesel Engine Intake and Exhaust Manifold

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Cylinders , Diesel engines , Exhaust manifolds , Simulation , Exhaust gas recirculation , Nitrogen oxides , Transients (Dynamics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Gasoline

Impeller Matched Spiral Casing Design for Centrifugal Fans and Blowers

Philipp Epple, Fabian Friedrich, Hans Russwurm

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A035https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52447

Abstract

View Articletitled, Impeller Matched Spiral Casing Design for Centrifugal Fans and Blowers

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Topics: Design , Fans , Impellers , Blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Shapes , Biogas , Manufacturing , Abrasion , Computational fluid dynamics

An Analytical and Computational Investigation of Room Heating due to Complex Geometry Heat Sources

Fabian Friedrich, Philipp Epple, Michael Steber, Antonio Delgado

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A036https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52459

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Analytical and Computational Investigation of Room Heating due to Complex Geometry Heat Sources

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Topics: Geometry , Heat , Heating , Compressors , Compressed air , Energy dissipation , Engineering associations , Temperature , Ventilation

Multi-Objective Optimization of a Simplified Car Body Using Computational Fluid Dynamics

Soham Bakshi, Badih A. Jawad, Selin Arslan, Kingman Yee, Liping Liu

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A037https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52913

Abstract

View Articletitled, Multi-Objective Optimization of a Simplified Car Body Using Computational Fluid Dynamics

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Pareto optimization , Design , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Optimization , Computer software , Geometry , Shapes , Aerodynamics , Automobiles

Design and Optimization of the Restrictor of a Race Car

Prithvi Raj Kokkula, Shashank Bhojappa, Selin Arslan, Badih A. Jawad

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A038https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52940

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View Articletitled, Design and Optimization of the Restrictor of a Race Car

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Flow (Dynamics) , Engines , Pressure drop , Pressure , Venturi tubes , Air flow , Automobiles , Computational fluid dynamics

Adaptive Multigrid Methods for Extended Fluid-Structure Interaction (eXFSI) Problem: Part I — Mathematical Modelling

Bhuiyan Shameem Mahmood Ebna Hai, Markus Bause

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A039https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53265

Abstract

View Articletitled, Adaptive Multigrid Methods for Extended Fluid-Structure Interaction (eXFSI) Problem: Part I — Mathematical Modelling

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Topics: Fluid structure interaction , Modeling , Fluids , Structural health monitoring , Wave propagation , Computation , Finite element analysis , Acoustics , Algorithms , Approximation

Immersed Boundary Method for CFD Analysis of Moving Boundary Problems in OpenFOAM

Krishna M. Singh, Norihiko Nonaka, U. Oh

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A040https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53286

Abstract

View Articletitled, Immersed Boundary Method for CFD Analysis of Moving Boundary Problems in OpenFOAM

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Simulation , Computer simulation , Cylinders , Stereolithography , Vortex shedding

Numerical and Experimental Study of Flow Phenomenon Inside Gas Ejectors With Moist Gases Entrainment

Yuping Wang, Mark Pellerin, Pravansu Mohanty, Subrata Sengupta

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A041https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53480

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical and Experimental Study of Flow Phenomenon Inside Gas Ejectors With Moist Gases Entrainment

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Topics: Ejectors , Flow (Dynamics) , Gases , Water vapor , Particulate matter , Condensation , Condensed matter , Design , Engineering simulation , Gas flow

Modeling and CFD Simulation of Membrane Flow Process

Aklilu T. G. Giorges, John A. Pierson

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A042https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53530

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modeling and CFD Simulation of Membrane Flow Process

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Membranes , Modeling , Simulation , Porous materials , Fluids , Permeability , Porosity , Pressure

Symposium on Fluid Measurements and Instrumentation

A Modular Low-Speed Wind Tunnel With Two Test Sections and Variable Inflow Angle

Robert Wagner, Kai Dönnebrink, Felix Reinker, Karsten Hasselmann, Jonas Rejek, Stefan aus der Wiesche

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A043https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50232

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Modular Low-Speed Wind Tunnel With Two Test Sections and Variable Inflow Angle

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Topics: Inflow , Wind tunnels , Circuits , Testing , Airfoils , Blades , Calibration , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Design

Applying Hanford Tank Mixing Data to Define Pulse Jet Mixer Operation

Beric E. Wells, Judith Ann Bamberger, Kurt P. Recknagle, Carl W. Enderlin, Michael J. Minette, Langdon K. Holton

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A044https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50712

Abstract

View Articletitled, Applying Hanford Tank Mixing Data to Define Pulse Jet Mixer Operation

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Topics: Pulsejets , Vessels , Pumps , Computational fluid dynamics , Shear stress , Solids , Design , Fluids , Nozzles , Particulate matter

Design of a Recirculating Water Tunnel for the Study of High-Reynolds Number Turbulent Boundary Layers

Libin Daniel, Shahrouz Mohagheghian, Dalton Dunlap, Eric Ruhlmann, Brian R. Elbing

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A045https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52030

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design of a Recirculating Water Tunnel for the Study of High-Reynolds Number Turbulent Boundary Layers

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Topics: Boundary layer turbulence , Design , Water tunnels , Manufacturing , Reynolds number , Drag reduction , Flow (Dynamics) , Momentum , Pressure , Tunnels

On Improvement of PIV Measurements in the High-Shear Layer of a Wall-Bounded Flow

Richard S. Skifton, Ralph S. Budwig

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A046https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52840

Abstract

View Articletitled, On Improvement of PIV Measurements in the High-Shear Layer of a Wall-Bounded Flow

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Shear (Mechanics) , Particulate matter , Velocity measurement , Errors , Engineering standards , Flow measurement

The Study on Shear Thinning Behavior of the Magnetorheological Fluid Under High Velocity Flow

M. Hu, J. Wang, T. Shen, B. Liu, J. H. Wang

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A047https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53242

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Study on Shear Thinning Behavior of the Magnetorheological Fluid Under High Velocity Flow

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Shear (Mechanics) , Viscosity , Hydrodynamics , Pressure , Smart materials

Symposium on Wind Turbines: Aerodynamics and Control

Design and Analysis of a Large-Scale Positive Displacement Vane Pump for Wind Tower Application

Majid Rashidi, J. R. Kadambi, Timothy Hanrahan

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A048https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-50142

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design and Analysis of a Large-Scale Positive Displacement Vane Pump for Wind Tower Application

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Topics: Design , Displacement , Pumps , Wind , Mechanical drives , Wind turbines , Hydraulic motors , Electricity (Physics) , Fluids , Gear trains

Effects of Design Parameters on Aerodynamic Performance of New Profile Small Wind Turbine Blades

Mahasidha Birajdar, Sandip Kale, S. N. Sapali

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A049https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-51681

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effects of Design Parameters on Aerodynamic Performance of New Profile Small Wind Turbine Blades

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Topics: Blades , Design , Wind turbines , Airfoils , Wind velocity , Thrust , Torque , Computer simulation , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Energy consumption

Numerical Investigation on Vertical Axis Wind Turbine in Search for an Efficient Design

Mosfequr Rahman, Mohammad Bashar, Gustavo Molina, Valentin Soloiu, Travis Salyers

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A050https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-52712

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View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation on Vertical Axis Wind Turbine in Search for an Efficient Design

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Topics: Design , Vertical axis wind turbines , Airfoils , Wind , Blades , Computational fluid dynamics , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Horizontal axis wind turbines , Simulation , Wind velocity

Far-Field Noise Prediction of Wind Turbines at Different Receivers and Wind Speeds: A Computational Study

Fardin Khalili, Pradip Majumdar, Mehdi Zeyghami

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A051https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53006

Abstract

View Articletitled, Far-Field Noise Prediction of Wind Turbines at Different Receivers and Wind Speeds: A Computational Study

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Topics: Noise (Sound) , Wind turbines , Wind velocity , Acoustics , Blades , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Simulation , Turbulence , Boundary layers , Flow (Dynamics)

Simulation of Wind Turbine Flow Using the Actuator Line Method in NEK5000

Murphy Leo O’Dea, Laila Guessous

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A052https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-53671

Abstract

View Articletitled, Simulation of Wind Turbine Flow Using the Actuator Line Method in NEK5000

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Topics: Actuators , Flow (Dynamics) , Simulation , Wind turbines , Computational fluid dynamics , Blades , Turbines , Turbine blades , Wakes , Aerodynamics

Young Engineer Paper (YEP) Contest

Multi-Objective Optimization of Micro Pin-Fin Arrays for Cooling of High Heat Flux Electronics

Sohail R. Reddy, George S. Dulikravich

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A053https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-54166

Abstract

View Articletitled, Multi-Objective Optimization of Micro Pin-Fin Arrays for Cooling of High Heat Flux Electronics

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Topics: Cooling , Electronics , Heat flux , Pareto optimization , Stress , Temperature , Airfoils , Coolants , Cross section (Physics) , Deformation

Effects of Flow Separation on a Highly Loaded, Low-Pressure Gas Turbine Blade at Low Reynolds Numbers

Tyler M. Pharris, Olivia E. Hirst, Kenneth W. Van Treuren

IMECE 2015; V07BT09A054https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2015-54167

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effects of Flow Separation on a Highly Loaded, Low-Pressure Gas Turbine Blade at Low Reynolds Numbers

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Topics: Blades , Flow separation , Gas turbines , Pressure , Reynolds number , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Separation (Technology) , Bubbles , Cascades (Fluid dynamics)