Topics: Boundary layers , Magnetic resonance , Projectiles , Spin (Aerodynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Copper , Flow (Dynamics) , Magnus effect , Resolution (Optics) , Stability

Weep Hole and Interlayer Gap Flow Within Layered Pressure Vessels

Cameron Coates, Timothy Chastain

IMECE 2018; V007T09A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87948

Abstract

View Articletitled, Weep Hole and Interlayer Gap Flow Within Layered Pressure Vessels

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure vessels , Weep holes , Computational fluid dynamics , Pressure , External pressure , Failure , Flow measurement , Leakage , NASA

Stereoscopic Particle Shadow Velocimetry

Jeff R. Harris, Michael McPhail, Christine Truong, Arnold Fontaine

IMECE 2018; V007T09A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88013

Abstract

View Articletitled, Stereoscopic Particle Shadow Velocimetry

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Topics: Particulate matter , Shades and shadows , Flow (Dynamics) , Lasers , Platform supply vessels , Jets , Velocity measurement

Settling Characteristics of Polymeric Additives in Dodecane

Gurjap Singh, Stephen Pitts, Elio Lopes, Albert Ratner

IMECE 2018; V007T09A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88555

Abstract

View Articletitled, Settling Characteristics of Polymeric Additives in Dodecane

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Topics: Combustion , Data collection , Diesel , Fuels , Graphene , Surfactants

14th Forum on Recent Developments in Multiphase Flow

Large Eddy Simulation of Ventilated Pump-Turbine for Wastewater Treatment

Cosan Daskiran, Bashar Attiya, Muhannad Altimemy, I-Han Liu, Alparslan Oztekin

IMECE 2018; V007T09A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86330

Abstract

View Articletitled, Large Eddy Simulation of Ventilated Pump-Turbine for Wastewater Treatment

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Topics: Large eddy simulation , Pump turbines , Wastewater treatment , Energy generation , Oxygen , Reynolds number , Rotation , Simulation , Vorticity , Water

A Reduced-Order Model for Predicting the Performance of a Liquid-Ring Vacuum Pump

Irsha Pardeshi, Ashutosh Pandey, Tom I-P. Shih

IMECE 2018; V007T09A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86710

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Reduced-Order Model for Predicting the Performance of a Liquid-Ring Vacuum Pump

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Topics: Vacuum pumps , Pumps , Pressure , Design , Dimensions , Suction , Vacuum , Blades , Cavitation , Impellers

The Investigation of the Kinetic Energy of Slug in a Horizontal Channel Using VOF Method

Nariman Ashrafi, Mohammad Reza Ansari, Armin Chegini, Ali Sadeghi

IMECE 2018; V007T09A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87108

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Investigation of the Kinetic Energy of Slug in a Horizontal Channel Using VOF Method

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Topics: Kinetic energy , Slug flows , Ducts , Momentum , Fluids , Geometry , Pressure gradient , Turbulence

Analysis of Two-Phase Flow Slug Regime With Engineering Approach

Nariman Ashrafi, Armin Chegini, Ali Sadeghi

IMECE 2018; V007T09A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87118

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis of Two-Phase Flow Slug Regime With Engineering Approach

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Topics: Slug flows , Two-phase flow , Ducts , Pressure , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Momentum , Physics , Waves

An Accurate Unstructured Finite Volume Discrete Boltzmann Method

Leitao Chen, Laura Schaefer, Xiaofeng Cai

IMECE 2018; V007T09A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87136

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Accurate Unstructured Finite Volume Discrete Boltzmann Method

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Topics: Boundary-value problems , Finite volume methods , Interpolation , Lattice Boltzmann methods , Particulate matter , Spacetime , Viscosity

A Hyperbolicity Analysis of the 1991 OLGA’s Model for Isothermal Flow

Carina N. Sondermann, Raphael V. N. de Freitas, Rodrigo A. C. Patricio, Aline B. Figueiredo, Gustavo C. R. Bodstein, Felipe B. F. Rachid, Renan M. Baptista

IMECE 2018; V007T09A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87513

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Hyperbolicity Analysis of the 1991 OLGA’s Model for Isothermal Flow

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Eigenvalues , Pipelines , Computer software , Fluids , Computer simulation , Drops , Engineering simulation , Equilibrium (Physics) , Multiphase flow

Numerical Study of Two-Phase Flow in a Horizontal Pipeline Using an Unconditionally Hyperbolic Two-Fluid Model

Raphael V. N. de Freitas, Carina N. Sondermann, Rodrigo A. C. Patricio, Aline B. Figueiredo, Gustavo C. R. Bodstein, Felipe B. F. Rachid, Renan M. Baptista

IMECE 2018; V007T09A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87571

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Study of Two-Phase Flow in a Horizontal Pipeline Using an Unconditionally Hyperbolic Two-Fluid Model

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Topics: Fluids , Pipelines , Two-phase flow , Computer simulation , Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Momentum , Energy conservation , Leakage , Numerical analysis

Experimental Study of Chamber Volume Effect on Bubble Formation From Orifice Plates Submerged in Water

Omkar S. Gokhale, Milind A. Jog, Raj M. Manglik

IMECE 2018; V007T09A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87652

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Study of Chamber Volume Effect on Bubble Formation From Orifice Plates Submerged in Water

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Topics: Bubbles , Plates (structures) , Water , Capacitance , Shapes , Air flow , Equilibrium (Physics) , Glass

On the Aspects of a Convergent Shock Wave Impinging a Perturbed Density Interface

Erik S. Proano, Bertrand Rollin, Dongeun Seo

IMECE 2018; V007T09A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88098

Abstract

View Articletitled, On the Aspects of a Convergent Shock Wave Impinging a Perturbed Density Interface

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Topics: Density , Shock waves , Flow (Dynamics) , Pellet fusion , Turbulence , Compressibility , Engineering systems and industry applications , Fluid dynamics , Fluids , Fuels

Parametric Study and Improvement of Phase Separation in Intermediate Headers of Microchannel Condensers

Jun Li, Pega Hrnjak

IMECE 2018; V007T09A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88438

Abstract

View Articletitled, Parametric Study and Improvement of Phase Separation in Intermediate Headers of Microchannel Condensers

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Topics: Condensers (steam plant) , Microchannels , Phase separation , Separation (Technology) , Vapors , Flow (Dynamics) , Air conditioning , Engineering prototypes , Fluids , Heat transfer

Mechanistic Modeling of Dynamic Zero-Net Liquid Holdup (ZNLH) in Gas-Liquid Cylindrical Cyclone (GLCC^©) Separator

Srinivas Swaroop Kolla, Megharaj Praneeth Karpurapu, Ram S. Mohan, Ovadia Shoham

IMECE 2018; V007T09A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88481

Abstract

View Articletitled, Mechanistic Modeling of Dynamic Zero-Net Liquid Holdup (ZNLH) in Gas-Liquid Cylindrical Cyclone (GLCC<sup>©</sup>) Separator

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Topics: Modeling , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas flow , Gas industry , Performance characterization , Pressure , Vessels

Using Experimental Fluid Dynamics and Computational Fluid Dynamics for Evaluating Periodic Mixing

Judith Ann Bamberger, Leonard F. Pease, Kurtis P. Recknagle, Carl W. Enderlin, Michael J. Minette

IMECE 2018; V007T09A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88531

Abstract

View Articletitled, Using Experimental Fluid Dynamics and Computational Fluid Dynamics for Evaluating Periodic Mixing

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Fluid dynamics , Slurries , Electrohydrodynamics , Engineering simulation , Pulsejets , Radioactive wastes , Simulation

Effect of Particle Parameters on Erosion Wear and Performance of Screw Centrifugal Pump

Zhengjing Shen, Wuli Chu

IMECE 2018; V007T09A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88586

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Particle Parameters on Erosion Wear and Performance of Screw Centrifugal Pump

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Topics: Centrifugal pumps , Erosion , Particulate matter , Screws , Wear , Pumps , Shapes , Adhesion , Design , Flow (Dynamics)

16th Symposium on Electric, Magnetic, and Thermal Phenomena in Micro and Nano-Scale Systems

Characterizing Microfluidic Operations Underlying an Electrowetting Heat Pipe on the International Space Station

Enakshi Wikramanayake, Renee Hale, John Elam, Arjang Shahriari, Vaibhav Bahadur, Angel R. Alvarez-Hernandez, Nathan Howard

IMECE 2018; V007T09A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86223

Abstract

View Articletitled, Characterizing Microfluidic Operations Underlying an Electrowetting Heat Pipe on the International Space Station

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Topics: Heat pipes , Microfluidics , Space stations , Drops , Condensed matter , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Electric fields , Electrical measurement , Energy consumption

Dielectrophoretic Control of a Droplet at the Interface of Two Liquids in a Three Liquid System

Manoj Lokanathan, Enakshi Wikramanayake, Vaibhav Bahadur, Roger Bonnecaze

IMECE 2018; V007T09A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86487

Abstract

View Articletitled, Dielectrophoretic Control of a Droplet at the Interface of Two Liquids in a Three Liquid System

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Topics: Drops , Electric fields , Buoyancy , Equilibrium (Physics) , Water , Dielectrophoresis , Gravity (Force) , Interface phenomena , Silicones , Weight (Mass)

18th International Symposium on Measurement and Modeling of Environmental Flows

PittPack: Open-Source FFT-Based Poisson’s Equation Solver for Computing With Accelerators

Jaber J. Hasbestan, Inanc Senocak

IMECE 2018; V007T09A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87697

Abstract

View Articletitled, PittPack: Open-Source FFT-Based Poisson’s Equation Solver for Computing With Accelerators

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Topics: Poisson equation , Graphics processing units , Algorithms , Computer software , Pressure , Buoyancy , Fast Fourier transforms , Flow (Dynamics) , Navier-Stokes equations , Screw threads

Front Dynamics in Miscible Displacement Flow in a Curved Pipe

Mohammadreza Yavari, Elaheh Bagherizadeh, Majid Bazargan

IMECE 2018; V007T09A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88449

Abstract

View Articletitled, Front Dynamics in Miscible Displacement Flow in a Curved Pipe

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Topics: Displacement , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Pipes , Reynolds number , Fluids , Gravity (Force) , Viscosity , Water

Effect of Wind Speed on Ventilation Flow Through a Two Dimensional Room Fitted With a Windcatcher

Rahil Taghipour, Peter Abdo, B. P. Huynh

IMECE 2018; V007T09A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88666

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Wind Speed on Ventilation Flow Through a Two Dimensional Room Fitted With a Windcatcher

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Ventilation , Wind velocity , Wind , Air flow , Computational fluid dynamics , Pollution , Shapes , Temperature , Wind power

24th Symposium on Fundamental Issues and Perspectives in Fluid Mechanics

Extracting Substantial Free Energy From Static Ambient Potential Energy Using Distance, Time-Lapse Chaos, and Coriolis Principles

Jim B. Surjaatmadja

IMECE 2018; V007T09A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86128

Abstract

View Articletitled, Extracting Substantial Free Energy From Static Ambient Potential Energy Using Distance, Time-Lapse Chaos, and Coriolis Principles

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Topics: Chaos , Potential energy , Horsepower , Kinetic energy , Fuels , Natural gas wells , Perpetual motion , Pollution , Pressure , Rivers

A Central Difference Finite Volume Lattice Boltzmann Method for Simulation of 2D Inviscid Compressible Flows on Triangular Meshes

Alireza Karbalaei, Kazem Hejranfar

IMECE 2018; V007T09A025doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86302

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Central Difference Finite Volume Lattice Boltzmann Method for Simulation of 2D Inviscid Compressible Flows on Triangular Meshes

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Topics: Compressible flow , Lattice Boltzmann methods , Simulation , Energy dissipation , Airfoils , Computation , Flux (Metallurgy) , Resolution (Optics) , Supersonic flow , Theorems (Mathematics)

The Effect of Delta Winglet Inclination Angle on the Vortical Flow Downstream

Junguo Wang, David S.-K. Ting, Steve Ray

IMECE 2018; V007T09A026doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86331

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Effect of Delta Winglet Inclination Angle on the Vortical Flow Downstream

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Topics: Vortex flow , Microscale devices , Turbulence , Vortices , Flat plates , Flow (Dynamics) , Generators , Inflow , Outflow , Probes

Finite Element Models of One Dimensional Flows With Node-Dependent Accuracy

Daniele Guarnera, Enrico Zappino, Alfonso Pagani, Erasmo Carrera

IMECE 2018; V007T09A027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86852

Abstract

View Articletitled, Finite Element Models of One Dimensional Flows With Node-Dependent Accuracy

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Topics: Finite element model , Flow (Dynamics) , Kinematics , Boundary-value problems , Approximation , Cardiovascular system , Computational fluid dynamics , Creeping flow , Laminar flow , Modeling

The Reynolds Stress in Turbulence From an Alternate Perspective

T.-W. Lee

IMECE 2018; V007T09A028doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86870

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Reynolds Stress in Turbulence From an Alternate Perspective

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Topics: Stress , Turbulence , Momentum , Flow (Dynamics)

Characterization of Model-Based Uncertainties in Incompressible Turbulent Flows by Machine Learning

Mustafa Usta, Ali Tosyali

IMECE 2018; V007T09A029doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87178

Abstract

View Articletitled, Characterization of Model-Based Uncertainties in Incompressible Turbulent Flows by Machine Learning

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Topics: Machine learning , Turbulence , Uncertainty , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Flow (Dynamics) , Algorithms , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Computational fluid dynamics , Cylinders

Numerical Investigation of Velocity Coefficient for Organic Turbine Nozzles Using MM As Working Fluid

Laihe Zhuang, Guoqiang Xu, Jie Wen, Bensi Dong

IMECE 2018; V007T09A030doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87212

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of Velocity Coefficient for Organic Turbine Nozzles Using MM As Working Fluid

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Topics: Fluids , Nozzles , Turbines , Organic Rankine cycle , Numerical analysis , Boundary layers , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Shear stress , Surface roughness

Computational Investigation of Flow Over Geometry Compliant Lattice Structures

James J. Tinsley, Gregory J. Vernon, Kelly O. Homan

IMECE 2018; V007T09A031doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87846

Abstract

View Articletitled, Computational Investigation of Flow Over Geometry Compliant Lattice Structures

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Additive manufacturing , Governments , Heat transfer , Pipes , Simulation models

Force Decomposition of Medium Reynolds Number Oscillating Flow Over a Submerged Sphere

Aibek Bekkulov, Shehua Huang, Ben Xu

IMECE 2018; V007T09A032doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88187

Abstract

View Articletitled, Force Decomposition of Medium Reynolds Number Oscillating Flow Over a Submerged Sphere

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Engineering systems and industry applications , Particulate matter , Aerosols , Computer simulation , Creeping flow , Microorganisms , Sedimentation

Analyzing the Shear Heating Effects in Modeling the Hydrodynamic Lubrication of High Torque Low Speed Diesel Engine by Considering Different Viscosity-Grade Lubricants

Saqib Naseer, Syed Adnan Qasim, Raja Amer Azim, Kishwat Ijaz Malik

IMECE 2018; V007T09A033doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88238

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analyzing the Shear Heating Effects in Modeling the Hydrodynamic Lubrication of High Torque Low Speed Diesel Engine by Considering Different Viscosity-Grade Lubricants

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Topics: Diesel engines , Heating , Lubricants , Lubrication , Modeling , Shear (Mechanics) , Torque , Viscosity , Journal bearings , Temperature

25th Symposium on Fluid Mechanics and Rheology of Nonlinear Materials and Complex Fluids

Rheological Characteristics of Surfactant-Based Fluids: A Comprehensive Study

Ahmed H. Kamel

IMECE 2018; V007T09A034doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86044

Abstract

View Articletitled, Rheological Characteristics of Surfactant-Based Fluids: A Comprehensive Study

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Topics: Fluids , Rheology , Surfactants , Shear (Mechanics) , Shear rate , Temperature , Temperature effects , Flow (Dynamics) , Rheometers , Self-assembly

Analysis of Melt Flows in an Electric Heating Furnace for Quartz Glass Synthesis

Qianli Ma, Haisheng Fang, Chunli Shang, Zhongyi Liu, Jing Wang

IMECE 2018; V007T09A035doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86112

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis of Melt Flows in an Electric Heating Furnace for Quartz Glass Synthesis

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Furnaces , Glass , Heating , Quartz , Bubbles , Convection , Natural convection , Vortices , Computer simulation

The Effect of Porous Support Layer in Forward Osmosis Membranes: A Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation

Ahmed M. Alshwairekh, Abdullah A. Alghafis, Mustafa Usta, Anas M. Alwatban, Robert Krysko, Alparslan Oztekin

IMECE 2018; V007T09A036doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86328

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Effect of Porous Support Layer in Forward Osmosis Membranes: A Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Membranes , Osmosis , Simulation , Water , Pressure , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Polarization (Electricity) , Polarization (Light)

Brownian Dynamics Simulations of Aggregation Phenomena in a Magnetic Particle Suspension With an Alternating Magnetic Field (Relationship Between the Aggregate Structure and the Heat Production)

Seiya Suzuki, Akira Satoh, Muneo Futamura

IMECE 2018; V007T09A037doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86544

Abstract

View Articletitled, Brownian Dynamics Simulations of Aggregation Phenomena in a Magnetic Particle Suspension With an Alternating Magnetic Field (Relationship Between the Aggregate Structure and the Heat Production)

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Engineering simulation , Heat , Magnetic fields , Magnetic particles , Simulation , Particulate matter , Dipoles (Electromagnetism) , Agglomeration (Materials) , Chain

Herschel-Bulkley Fluid Flow Characteristics in a Duct With an Obstacle

Nariman Ashrafi, Ali Sadeghi, Armin Chegini, Mehdi Shafahi

IMECE 2018; V007T09A038doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87092

Abstract

View Articletitled, Herschel-Bulkley Fluid Flow Characteristics in a Duct With an Obstacle

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Topics: Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics , Fluids , Momentum , Plates (structures) , Shear (Mechanics) , Shear stress , Viscosity

Viscoplastic Fluid Flow Between Parallel Plates With Triangular Obstacles

Nariman Ashrafi, Ali Sadeghi, Armin Chegini

IMECE 2018; V007T09A039doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87105

Abstract

View Articletitled, Viscoplastic Fluid Flow Between Parallel Plates With Triangular Obstacles

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Topics: Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics , Fluids , Plates (structures) , Reynolds number , Viscosity , Vortices

Study on the Numerical Analysis of In-Line Type Subsea Separator for Liquid-Liquid Mixture Flow

Youngju Kim, Namsub Woo, Hyunji Kim, Sangmok Han, Jiho Ha, Sunchul Huh

IMECE 2018; V007T09A040doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87301

Abstract

View Articletitled, Study on the Numerical Analysis of In-Line Type Subsea Separator for Liquid-Liquid Mixture Flow

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Numerical analysis , Ocean engineering , Separation (Technology) , Water , Design , Fluids , Modeling , Multiphase flow , Natural gas fields

3D Modeling of the Thermal Phenomena During Laser Melting of Polymers

Aoulaiche Mokrane, M’hamed Boutaous, Shihe Xin, Dennis Siginer

IMECE 2018; V007T09A041doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87549

Abstract

View Articletitled, 3D Modeling of the Thermal Phenomena During Laser Melting of Polymers

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Topics: Lasers , Melting , Polymers , Three-dimensional modeling , Absorption , FORTRAN , Heating , Modeling , Resolution (Optics) , Shrinkage (Materials)

Numerical Modeling of Phan-Thien-Tanner Viscoelastic Fluid Flow Through a Square Cross-Section Duct: Heat Transfer Enhancement due to Shear-Thinning Effects

Fouad Hagani, M’hamed Boutaous, Ronnie Knikker, Shihe Xin, Dennis Siginer

IMECE 2018; V007T09A042doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87568

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Modeling of Phan-Thien-Tanner Viscoelastic Fluid Flow Through a Square Cross-Section Duct: Heat Transfer Enhancement due to Shear-Thinning Effects

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Topics: Computer simulation , Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Shear (Mechanics) , Viscoelastic fluids , Shear stress , Laminar flow , Stress , Viscosity

Resonance in Laminar Pipe Flow of Non-Linear Viscoelastic Fluids

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

IMECE 2018; V007T09A043doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87973

Abstract

View Articletitled, Resonance in Laminar Pipe Flow of Non-Linear Viscoelastic Fluids

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Topics: Pipe flow , Resonance , Viscoelastic fluids , Fluids , Pulsatile flow , Constitutive equations , Flow (Dynamics) , Oscillations , Pressure gradient , Relaxation (Physics)

Mixing Enhancement in a Novel Type of “Split and Recombine” Static Mixer

Charbel Habchi, Thierry Lemenand, Fouad Azizi

IMECE 2018; V007T09A044doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88030

Abstract

View Articletitled, Mixing Enhancement in a Novel Type of “Split and Recombine” Static Mixer

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Topics: Computer simulation , Energy dissipation , Engineering systems and industry applications , Fluids , Geometry , Laminar flow , Lamination , Reynolds number , Separation (Technology) , Topology

27th Symposium on Industrial Flows

An Assessment of Health Hazards in Valves for Gaseous Oxygen Service: Sources and Preventive Measures

Anil Kumar, Younus Sheikh

IMECE 2018; V007T09A045doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86018

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Assessment of Health Hazards in Valves for Gaseous Oxygen Service: Sources and Preventive Measures

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Topics: Hazards , Oxygen , Valves , Pipelines , Construction , Industrial gases , Separation (Technology) , Turbulence , Accidents , Failure

The Effect of PTFE Membrane Properties on Vacuum Membrane Distillation Module Performance

Mustafa Usta, Robert M. Krysko, Ali E. Anqi, Ahmed M. Alshwairekh, Alparslan Oztekin

IMECE 2018; V007T09A046doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86327

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Effect of PTFE Membrane Properties on Vacuum Membrane Distillation Module Performance

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Topics: Membranes , Vacuum , Temperature , Polarization (Electricity) , Polarization (Light) , Polarization (Waves) , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Design , Diffusion (Physics)

Pressure Fluctuation Mitigation in a Francis Turbine With Water Injection: Computational Study

Muhannad Altimemy, Cosan Daskiran, Bashar Attiya, I-Han Liu, Alparslan Oztekin

IMECE 2018; V007T09A047doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86333

Abstract

View Articletitled, Pressure Fluctuation Mitigation in a Francis Turbine With Water Injection: Computational Study

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Topics: Francis turbines , Pressure , Underground injection , Ropes , Vortices , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Computational fluid dynamics , Energy generation , Reynolds number

Development of the Pneumatic Non-Contact Holder

T. Tsukiji, R. Kondo

IMECE 2018; V007T09A048doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86618

Abstract

View Articletitled, Development of the Pneumatic Non-Contact Holder

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Topics: Diffusers , Manufacturing , Rotation , Semiconductor wafers , Vortex flow , Vortices

Numerical Investigations of a Rotating Wire-Wrapped Cylinder

Assma Begum, Komal Gada, Hamid Rahai

IMECE 2018; V007T09A049doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86672

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Investigations of a Rotating Wire-Wrapped Cylinder

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Topics: Cylinders , Wire , Rotation , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Airfoils , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Vortices

Analyzing the Flow in Annular Gap With a Restrictor Mounted on Outer Cylinder

Guohu Luo, Shengde Wang, Hong Shen, Zhenqiang Yao

IMECE 2018; V007T09A050doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87207

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analyzing the Flow in Annular Gap With a Restrictor Mounted on Outer Cylinder

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Topics: Cylinders , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Reynolds number , Vortices , Large eddy simulation , Pressure drop , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Transients (Dynamics)

Numerical Analysis on the Hydraulic Performance of the Auxiliary Impeller in Large Capacity Canned-Motor Pump

Shengde Wang, Zhenqiang Yao, Hong Shen, Guohu Luo

IMECE 2018; V007T09A051doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87285

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Analysis on the Hydraulic Performance of the Auxiliary Impeller in Large Capacity Canned-Motor Pump

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Topics: Engines , Impellers , Motors , Numerical analysis , Pumps , Blades , Rotors , Centrifugal force , Centrifugal pumps , Clearances (Engineering)

Experimental Characterization of Particle-Laden Air Flow Across Horizontal Pipe Junctions

Tariq S. Khan, Mohamed Alshehhi, Xu Rumin, Saqib Salam

IMECE 2018; V007T09A052doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87833

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Characterization of Particle-Laden Air Flow Across Horizontal Pipe Junctions

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Topics: Air flow , Experimental characterization , Junctions , Particulate matter , Pipes , Flow (Dynamics) , Pipe flow , Pipelines , Turbulence , Two-phase flow

Full Scale Testing of Pulse Jet Mixer Operating Control

Leolein Moualeu, Aaron Wand, Klemme Herman, Michaela Trenidad, Michael Hall, Bethany Springer, Nathan McAdams, Langdon Holton

IMECE 2018; V007T09A053doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87866

Abstract

View Articletitled, Full Scale Testing of Pulse Jet Mixer Operating Control

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Topics: Pulsejets , Testing , Design , Solids , Vessels , Control systems , Compressed air , Fluids , Jet pumps , Pressure

Assessment of Different Turbulence Models on Simulations of Confined Jets in a Crossflow at Supercritical Pressure

Saeid Janani, Komal Gada, Hamid Rahai, Farhad Davoudzadeh

IMECE 2018; V007T09A054doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87894

Abstract

View Articletitled, Assessment of Different Turbulence Models on Simulations of Confined Jets in a Crossflow at Supercritical Pressure

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Topics: Engineering simulation , Jets , Pressure , Simulation , Turbulence , Computer software , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Kinetic energy , Pressure gradient

Bench Scale Experimental Study of Slug Flow Phenomena Using PID Control

Daniel S. Schmidt, Derek W. Staal, Jeffery W. McClung, Mark V. Behl, Mayank Tyagi

IMECE 2018; V007T09A055doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88564

Abstract

View Articletitled, Bench Scale Experimental Study of Slug Flow Phenomena Using PID Control

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Topics: Slug flows , Bubbles , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Multiphase flow , Oscillations , Bullets , Control equipment , Image processing , Matlab

Pilot Scale Experimental Study of Slug Flow Phenomena Using PID Control

Jeffery W. McClung, Daniel S. Schmidt, Derek W. Staal, Mark V. Behl, Mayank Tyagi

IMECE 2018; V007T09A056doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88565

Abstract

View Articletitled, Pilot Scale Experimental Study of Slug Flow Phenomena Using PID Control

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Topics: Slug flows , Pressure , Oscillations , Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Valves , Ocean engineering , Production equipment , Signals , Fatigue

Microfluidics 2018: Fluid Engineering in Micro- and Nanosystems

Modelling on Predicting Pressure Distribution and Capacity of Foil Thrust Bearing

Zheng Xu, Fenzhu Ji, Yu Zhou, Fanyong Wu, Shuiting Ding

IMECE 2018; V007T09A057doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86085

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modelling on Predicting Pressure Distribution and Capacity of Foil Thrust Bearing

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Topics: Modeling , Pressure , Thrust bearings , Bearings , Clearances (Engineering) , Temperature , Load bearing capacity , Air bearings , Damping , Design

Transition From Planar Stratified Flow in Converging Microchannels

Zachary Lamberty, Minseo Park, Nelson Macken, Adam T. Melvin

IMECE 2018; V007T09A058doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86289

Abstract

View Articletitled, Transition From Planar Stratified Flow in Converging Microchannels

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Topics: Microchannels , Stratified flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Fluids , Junctions , Dimensions , Microfluidics , Bonding , Flow visualization

Experimental Investigation on Newtonian Drop Formation in Different Continuous Phase Fluids

Ashkan Nazari, Arash Nazari

IMECE 2018; V007T09A059doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86602

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Investigation on Newtonian Drop Formation in Different Continuous Phase Fluids

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Topics: Fluids , Water , Flow (Dynamics) , Matlab , Surface tension

Combined Magnetohydrodynamic/Pressure Driven Flow of Multi-Layer Pseudoplastic Fluids Through a Parallel Flat Plates Microchannel

Juan R. Gómez, Juan P. Escandón

IMECE 2018; V007T09A060doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86676

Abstract

View Articletitled, Combined Magnetohydrodynamic/Pressure Driven Flow of Multi-Layer Pseudoplastic Fluids Through a Parallel Flat Plates Microchannel

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Topics: Flat plates , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Magnetohydrodynamics , Microchannels , Pressure , Boundary-value problems , Differential equations , Magnetic fields , Microfluidics

Experimental Study of the Suspension Flow Past Confined Low-Aspect-Ratio Cylinder Arranged Microchannels

Xiao Cheng, Zhenhai Pan, Huiying Wu

IMECE 2018; V007T09A061doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86980

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View Articletitled, Experimental Study of the Suspension Flow Past Confined Low-Aspect-Ratio Cylinder Arranged Microchannels

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Topics: Cylinders , Flow (Dynamics) , Microchannels , Particulate matter , Wakes , Fluorescence , Reynolds number , Fluids , Microparticles

Spray Performance of Alternative Jet Fuel Based Nanofuels at High-Ambient Conditions

Mohamed Soltan, Buthaina Al Abdulla, AlReem Al Dosari, Kumaran Kannaiyan, Reza Sadr

IMECE 2018; V007T09A062doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87387

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View Articletitled, Spray Performance of Alternative Jet Fuel Based Nanofuels at High-Ambient Conditions

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Topics: Jet fuels , Sprays , Fuels , Nanoparticles , Pressure , Nozzles , Combustion , Combustion chambers , Emissions , Imaging

Forced Wetting of Liquids Using Ultrasonic Surface Vibration

Matthew A. Trapuzzano, Nathan B. Crane, Rasim Guldiken, Andrés Tejada-Martínez

IMECE 2018; V007T09A063doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87832

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View Articletitled, Forced Wetting of Liquids Using Ultrasonic Surface Vibration

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Topics: Vibration , Wetting , Drops , Chemistry , Geometry , Oscillations , Resonance

Degradation of Hydrophobic Surface Coatings Under Water Exposure

Matthew A. Trapuzzano, Rasim Guldiken, Andrés Tejada-Martínez, Nathan B. Crane

IMECE 2018; V007T09A064doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87860

Abstract

View Articletitled, Degradation of Hydrophobic Surface Coatings Under Water Exposure

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Topics: Coatings , Water , Wetting , Surface texture , Vibration

Preliminary Investigation of the Effect of Dielectrophoresis on Colloidal Transport and Deposition in Evaporating Droplets

Xi Li, Kara L. Maki, Michael J. Schertzer

IMECE 2018; V007T09A065doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88054

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View Articletitled, Preliminary Investigation of the Effect of Dielectrophoresis on Colloidal Transport and Deposition in Evaporating Droplets

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Topics: Dielectrophoresis , Drops , Evaporation , Particulate matter , Diffusion (Physics) , Electric fields , Electrodes , Fluids , Particle size , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry

Posters

Numerical Analysis of Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow in Micro-Welding Using CFD

Divyaj Shah, C. M. Sewatkar, Ketaki Godbole

IMECE 2018; V007T09A066doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86363

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View Articletitled, Numerical Analysis of Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow in Micro-Welding Using CFD

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Fluid dynamics , Heat transfer , Numerical analysis , Welding , Dimensions , Laser welding , Metals , Heat , Heat conduction

Numerical Examination of Jets Induced by Multi-Bubble Interactions

Joydip Mondal, Arpit Mishra, Rajaram Lakkaraju, Parthasarathi Ghosh

IMECE 2018; V007T09A067doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87606

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View Articletitled, Numerical Examination of Jets Induced by Multi-Bubble Interactions

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Topics: Bubbles , Jets , Particulate matter , Erosion , Fluids , Biomedicine , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Gases

Droplet Nucleation and Growth in Cryogenic Turboexpanders

Ashish Alex Sam, Keerthi Raj Kunniyoor, Jayachandran K. Narayanan, Arpit Mishra, Parthasarathi Ghosh

IMECE 2018; V007T09A068doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88343

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View Articletitled, Droplet Nucleation and Growth in Cryogenic Turboexpanders

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Topics: Drops , Nucleation (Physics) , Liquefaction , Blades , Condensation , Cooling , Cycles , Damage , Flow (Dynamics) , Multiphase flow

Symposium on CFD Applications for Optimization and Controls

Investigation of Three-Dimensional Lagrangian Coherent Structures in Flow Past Single and Arrays of Plate: Linear Energy Harvesting Applications

Bashar Attiya, I-Han Liu, Muhannad Altimemy, Cosan Daskiran, Alparslan Oztekin

IMECE 2018; V007T09A069doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86332

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View Articletitled, Investigation of Three-Dimensional Lagrangian Coherent Structures in Flow Past Single and Arrays of Plate: Linear Energy Harvesting Applications

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Topics: Energy harvesting , Flow (Dynamics) , Large eddy simulation , Plates (structures) , Turbulence , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Engineering simulation , Reynolds number , Simulation

High Resolution Overset Structured Grid RANS Simulations of Flow Past a Surface Mounted Cube Using Eddy Viscosity Closure Models

Marc C. Goldbach, Mesbah Uddin

IMECE 2018; V007T09A070doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86480

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View Articletitled, High Resolution Overset Structured Grid RANS Simulations of Flow Past a Surface Mounted Cube Using Eddy Viscosity Closure Models

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Topics: Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Resolution (Optics) , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Simulation , Viscosity , Turbulence , Vortices , Anisotropy

Method to Reduce Drag Coefficient for Fuel Efficiency in Semi-Truck Trailer and Trailer Stability

Anu R. Nair, Fred Barez, Ernie Thurlow, Metin Ozen

IMECE 2018; V007T09A071doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86584

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View Articletitled, Method to Reduce Drag Coefficient for Fuel Efficiency in Semi-Truck Trailer and Trailer Stability

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Topics: Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Fuel efficiency , Stability , Trucks , Design , Vehicles , Boats , Fuel consumption , Geometry , Carbon dioxide

Effect of Underbody Geometry on the Fuel Efficiency of Gasoline and Electric Vehicles

Krishnaswamy Mahadevan, Fred Barez, Ernie Thurlow, Davood Abdollahian

IMECE 2018; V007T09A072doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86629

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View Articletitled, Effect of Underbody Geometry on the Fuel Efficiency of Gasoline and Electric Vehicles

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Topics: Electric vehicles , Fuel efficiency , Gasoline , Geometry , Vehicles , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Fuel consumption , Fuels , Pressure , Aerodynamics

CFD Simulation of Multiphase Flow in Concentric Annuli

Amina Shynybayeva, Luis R. Rojas-Solórzano, Kristian Sveen

IMECE 2018; V007T09A073doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86640

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View Articletitled, CFD Simulation of Multiphase Flow in Concentric Annuli

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Topics: Annulus , Computational fluid dynamics , Multiphase flow , Simulation , Water , Flow (Dynamics) , Design , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Drops , Geometry

Optimization of Curved Spacer Prototype Design for Flow Improvement in Centrifugal Pump Impeller

Munther Y. Hermez, Badih Jawad, Liping Liu, Sabah Abro

IMECE 2018; V007T09A074doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87075

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View Articletitled, Optimization of Curved Spacer Prototype Design for Flow Improvement in Centrifugal Pump Impeller

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Topics: Centrifugal pumps , Design , Engineering prototypes , Flow (Dynamics) , Impellers , Optimization , Pressure , Suction , Turbulence , Water

Influence of Blade Shape Geometry on Very Low Specific Speed Centrifugal Pump Performance

Muhamed Al-badawi, I. G. Adam, Sherif Haddara, Ahmed H. M. El Sherif

IMECE 2018; V007T09A075doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87119

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View Articletitled, Influence of Blade Shape Geometry on Very Low Specific Speed Centrifugal Pump Performance

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Topics: Blades , Centrifugal pumps , Geometry , Shapes , Pumps , Design methodology , Suction , Computer simulation , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Impellers

Efficiency Variation on a 4-Stage Low Speed Research Compressor With a Redesigned Cantilevered Stator

Zhenzhou Ju, Jinfang Teng, Lin Fan, Yongjian Zhong, Xiaoqing Qiang

IMECE 2018; V007T09A076doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87166

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View Articletitled, Efficiency Variation on a 4-Stage Low Speed Research Compressor With a Redesigned Cantilevered Stator

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Topics: Compressors , Stators , Blades , Engineering prototypes , Flow (Dynamics) , Clearances (Engineering) , Rotors , Cavities , Computer simulation , Design

Comparison of Experimental, Thermoelastohydrodynamic (TEHD) and Thermal, Non-Deforming Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Results for Thrust Bearings: Part II

Xin Deng, Cori Watson, Minhui He, Roger Fittro, Houston Wood

IMECE 2018; V007T09A077doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87798

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View Articletitled, Comparison of Experimental, Thermoelastohydrodynamic (TEHD) and Thermal, Non-Deforming Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Results for Thrust Bearings: Part II

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Thrust bearings , Film thickness , Temperature , Stress , Bearings , Errors , Fluid films , Fluids engineering , Pressure

LES and Hybrid RANS-LES Simulation of a Pulsating Channel Flow

Tausif Jamal, Huiyu Wang, D. Keith Walters

IMECE 2018; V007T09A078doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87990

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View Articletitled, LES and Hybrid RANS-LES Simulation of a Pulsating Channel Flow

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Topics: Channel flow , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Turbulence , Blood flow , Boundary layer turbulence , Combustion , Filters

Transient Analysis of Air Flow in a Channel for Unconventional Radiator

Wahidul Islam, Jobaidur Rahman Khan

IMECE 2018; V007T09A079doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88327

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View Articletitled, Transient Analysis of Air Flow in a Channel for Unconventional Radiator

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Topics: Air flow , Transient analysis , Transients (Dynamics) , Engines , Flow (Dynamics) , Axial flow , Automobiles , Design , Shapes , Simulation

On Fine Tuning the SST K–ω Turbulence Model Closure Coefficients for Improved Prediction of Automotive External Flows

Chunhui Zhang, Mesbah Uddin, Christian Selent

IMECE 2018; V007T09A080doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88328

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View Articletitled, On Fine Tuning the SST <em>K–ω</em> Turbulence Model Closure Coefficients for Improved Prediction of Automotive External Flows

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Turbulence , Computational fluid dynamics , Simulation , Engineering simulation , Motor vehicles , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Airfoils , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Geometry

Experimental Analysis of Air Flow in a Channel for Unconventional Radiator

Saad Salman, Rishabh Sharma, Kanishk Suri, Zeshan Muhamed Khetani, Muhammad Taha Junaidy, Jonatan Meza, Jobaidur Rahman Khan

IMECE 2018; V007T09A081doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88332

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View Articletitled, Experimental Analysis of Air Flow in a Channel for Unconventional Radiator

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Topics: Air flow , Experimental analysis , Engines , Vehicles , Ducts , Design , Dimensions , Flow (Dynamics) , Cooling , Engineering prototypes

Numerical Analysis of Breakwaters Turbulence Under Coastal Wave Actions

Huanrong Ouyang, Joshua Hantz, Tam Nguyen, Amy Harrington, Ning Zhang

IMECE 2018; V007T09A082doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88613

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View Articletitled, Numerical Analysis of Breakwaters Turbulence Under Coastal Wave Actions

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Topics: Breakwaters , Numerical analysis , Shorelines , Turbulence , Waves , Sediments , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Erosion , Simulation

New Design Method for Spiral Casings Considering the Properties of the Impeller and Spiral Casing at Design and Off-Design Conditions and Numerical Verification With CFD

Philipp Epple, Manuel Fritsche, Michael Steppert, Michael Steber

IMECE 2018; V007T09A083doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88673

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View Articletitled, New Design Method for Spiral Casings Considering the Properties of the Impeller and Spiral Casing at Design and Off-Design Conditions and Numerical Verification With CFD

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Design methodology , Impellers , Flow (Dynamics) , Fans , Conservation laws (Physics) , Pressure

The Impact of the Gas Temperature and of the Relative Humidity on the Performance of Fans Operating in Drying Plants

Manuel Fritsche, Philipp Epple, Antonio Delgado

IMECE 2018; V007T09A084doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88674

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View Articletitled, The Impact of the Gas Temperature and of the Relative Humidity on the Performance of Fans Operating in Drying Plants

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Topics: Drying , Fans , Temperature , Computation , Computational fluid dynamics , Engineering simulation , Performance characterization , Simulation , Turbomachinery , Water vapor

Symposium on Wind Turbines Aerodynamics and Control

Aerodynamic Shape Optimization of Diffuser Augmented Wind Turbine Shrouds Using Asynchronous Differential Evolution

Stavros N. Leloudas, Georgios N. Lygidakis, Giorgos A. Strofylas, Ioannis K. Nikolos

IMECE 2018; V007T09A085doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86820

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View Articletitled, Aerodynamic Shape Optimization of Diffuser Augmented Wind Turbine Shrouds Using Asynchronous Differential Evolution

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Topics: Diffusers , Shape optimization , Wind turbines , Computational fluid dynamics , Algorithms , Geometry , Compressibility , Deformation , Design , Flow (Dynamics)

The Impact of the Wind Power Plant on the Air Radars Functioning

Victorita Radulescu

IMECE 2018; V007T09A086doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86823

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View Articletitled, The Impact of the Wind Power Plant on the Air Radars Functioning

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Topics: Wind farms , Wind turbines , Radar , Surveillance , Reflection , Aircraft , Dimensions , Electric power generation , Monitoring systems , Power stations

Genetic Algorithm-Based Design of Airfoil for the Root Region of Small Wind Turbines and Performance Analysis With Gurney Flaps

Mohammed Rafiuddin Ahmed, Krishnil R. Ram, Bum-Suk Kim, Sunil P. Lal

IMECE 2018; V007T09A087doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-87327

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View Articletitled, Genetic Algorithm-Based Design of Airfoil for the Root Region of Small Wind Turbines and Performance Analysis With Gurney Flaps

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Topics: Airfoils , Algorithms , Design , Wind turbines , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Chords (Trusses) , Flow (Dynamics) , Genetic algorithms , Pressure , Composite materials

Numerical Simulation on Aerodynamic Performance of Ram Air Turbine Based on Mixed Flow Field

Xiangbo Zhang, Shuiting Ding, Farong Du, Fenzhu Ji, Shengrong Guo

IMECE 2018; V007T09A088doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-88304

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View Articletitled, Numerical Simulation on Aerodynamic Performance of Ram Air Turbine Based on Mixed Flow Field

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Topics: Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Turbines , Blades , Computational fluid dynamics , Engines , Pressure , Rotors , Air flow , Aircraft

Young Engineers Paper (YEP) Contest

Downwind Two-Bladed Wind Turbine Aerodynamic Performance Evaluation Implementing Actuator Line Model

Sebastian Henao, Aldo G. Benavides, Omar D. López

IMECE 2018; V007T09A089doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86549

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View Articletitled, Downwind Two-Bladed Wind Turbine Aerodynamic Performance Evaluation Implementing Actuator Line Model

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Topics: Actuators , Performance evaluation , Wind turbines , Rotors , Blades , Design , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Computational fluid dynamics , Deflection

The Effect of a Spanwise Body Force on Skin-Friction Reduction and its Connections to Low-Drag States in Turbulent Flow

Thomas A. Hafner, Jae Sung Park

IMECE 2018; V007T09A090doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86610

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View Articletitled, The Effect of a Spanwise Body Force on Skin-Friction Reduction and its Connections to Low-Drag States in Turbulent Flow

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Topics: Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Skin friction (Fluid dynamics) , Turbulence , Drag reduction , Shear stress , Channel flow , Aircraft , Computer simulation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Excitation

Pulsatory Mixing of Laminar Flow Using Bubble-Driven Micro-Pumps

Brandon Hayes, Austin Hayes, Matthew Rolleston, Alexander Ferreira, James Krisher

IMECE 2018; V007T09A091doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2018-86937

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View Articletitled, Pulsatory Mixing of Laminar Flow Using Bubble-Driven Micro-Pumps

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Topics: Bubbles , Laminar flow , Micropumps , Resistors , Microfluidics , Fluids , Computer numerical control machine tools , Computers , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Firing