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ASME 2009 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition

November 13–19, 2009

Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA

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ISBN:

978-0-7918-4382-6

In This Volume

Heat Transfer, Fluid Flows, and Thermal Systems (252)

Volume 9: Heat Transfer, Fluid Flows, and Thermal Systems, Parts A, B and C

Heat Transfer, Fluid Flows, and Thermal Systems

10th Symposium on Advances in Materials Processing Science

Experimental Study on Thermal Property of Alkali Treated CNT-Based Composite as Phase Change Materials

Jifen Wang, Huaqing Xie, Zhong Xin, Yang Li, Lifen Chen, Na Xu

IMECE 2009; 1-5doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10183

Topics: Carbon nanotubes , Composite materials , Phase change materials , Thermal properties , Nanocomposites , Latent heat , Ball milling , Instrumentation , Melting , Multi-walled carbon nanotubes

Study on Model Predictive Control to Minimize Temperature Change of Vertical Plate With Varying Heat Generation

Shigeki Hirasawa, Shinya Ito, Kazuya Koike

IMECE 2009; 7-13doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10206

Topics: Heat , Predictive control , Temperature , Vertical plates , Feedback , Noise (Sound) , Temperature control , Feedforward control , Heat conduction , Integrated circuit fabrication

A Combined Rarefied and Continuum Flow Regime Model for Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) Manufacturing Processes

Kevin Gott, Anil K. Kulkarni, Jogender Singh

IMECE 2009; 15-21doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10796

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Manufacturing , Vapor deposition , Computational fluid dynamics , Equations of state , Metals , Vacuum , Vapors

A Numerical Model for Non-Isothermal Flow Induced Crystallization in Thermoplastic Polymers

Matthieu Zinet, Rabie El Otmani, M’hamed Boutaous, Patrice Chantrenne

IMECE 2009; 23-32doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12122

Topics: Computer simulation , Crystallization , Flow (Dynamics) , Polymers

Mathematical Model of Solidification in Continuous Cast Low Carbon Steel Billets

Ramesh N. Putta, Malur N. Srinivasan

IMECE 2009; 33-43doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12303

Topics: Carbon steel , Solidification , Casting , Finite element analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat

VARTM Process Improvement for Repeatable and Improved Mechanical Properties of Composite Laminates

Sanjay Sharma, Dennis A. Siginer

IMECE 2009; 45-50doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12593

Topics: Composite materials , Laminates , Mechanical properties , Resins , Pressure , Vacuum , ASTM International , Fibers , Manufacturing , Mechanical testing

Numerical Simulation of Laser Glazing and Laser Deposition Processes Using Coupled Temperature-Displacement FEM Models

Karim H. Muci-Ku¨chler, Prashanth K. Tirukovelluri, Michael A. Langerman

IMECE 2009; 51-60doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13185

Topics: Computer simulation , Displacement , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Lasers , Temperature

16th Symposium on Fluid Mechanics and Rheology of Complex Fluids and Nonlinear Materials

Surface Ripple Formation Due to Solid-Liquid Slurry Erosion

Juan Liu

IMECE 2009; 61-65doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10204

Topics: Erosion , Slurries , Pumps , Ceramics , Sands , Structural steel , Surfaces (Materials) , Water , Brittleness , Cast iron

Submerged Jet Mixing of Non-Newtonian Fluids in a Waste Tank

Norman Munroe, George Philippidis, Puneet K. Singh Gill, Waseem Haider, Sushma Amruthaluri, Chandan Pulletikurthi, Smit Pandya

IMECE 2009; 67-74doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10379

Topics: Dimensionless numbers , Non-Newtonian fluids , Radioactive wastes , Rheology , Fluids , Geometry , Particulate matter , Resolution (Optics) , Theorems (Mathematics)

Drag Reduction by Culture Solutions of Dry Malted Rice

Keizo Watanabe, Satoshi Ogata

IMECE 2009; 75-79doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10421

Topics: Drag reduction , Reynolds number , Biopolymers , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Pipe flow , Turbulence , Water

Complex Pressure Pulses in Micro-Channels Magnetically Induced

Mario F. Letelier, Dennis A. Siginer, Juan S. Stockle, Francisco A. Ulloa

IMECE 2009; 81-90doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10473

Topics: Microchannels , Pressure , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Magnetic fields , Pressure gradient , Biomedicine , Inertia (Mechanics) , Particulate matter , Pumps

Rheology of Selected Honeys

Nariman Ashrafi

IMECE 2009; 91-96doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10583

Topics: Rheology , Temperature , Fittings , Physiology , Shear (Mechanics) , Thixotropy , Viscoelasticity , Water

Effects of Temperature on Rheology of Olive Oils

Nariman Ashrafi

IMECE 2009; 97-102doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10585

Topics: Oils , Petroleum , Rheology , Temperature effects , Temperature , Viscosity , Shear rate , Heating , Physiology , Shear (Mechanics)

Quasi-2D Monte Carlo Simulations of Phase Transitions and Internal Aggregate Structures in a Highly Dense Suspension Composed of Magnetic Plate-Like Particles

Yasuhiro Sakuda, Akira Satoh

IMECE 2009; 103-110doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10981

Topics: Engineering simulation , Particulate matter , Phase transitions , Simulation , Magnetic fields , Bricks , Magnetic moment , Monte Carlo methods

Brownian Dynamics Simulations of Colloidal Dispersion Composed of Ferromagnetic Spherocylinder Particles in a Simple Shear Flow (For the Case of an Applied Magnetic Field Normal to the Shear Plane)

Ryo Hayasaka, Yasuhiro Sakuda, Akira Satoh

IMECE 2009; 111-119doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10982

Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Engineering simulation , Magnetic fields , Particulate matter , Shear (Mechanics) , Shear flow , Simulation , Disperse systems , Flow (Dynamics) , Approximation

Friction Law for Bingham Fluid Flow in Channels of Arbitrary Cross-Section Shapes

Mario F. Letelier, Dennis A. Siginer, Juan S. Stockle, Carlos Vera

IMECE 2009; 121-127doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11044

Topics: Fluid dynamics , Friction , Shapes , Fluids , Biomedicine , Deformation , Flow (Dynamics) , Manufacturing , Microchannels , Particulate matter

The Force on Intruder in Vibration Granular Bed

Chuanping Liu, Li Wang, Min Jia

IMECE 2009; 129-132doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12144

Topics: Vibration , Fluids , Granular materials , Separation (Technology) , Shapes

Heat Transfer and Pressure Drop Through Rectangular Helical Ducts

Ahmad K. Sleiti, Edward J. Naimaster, IV

IMECE 2009; 133-139doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12316

Topics: Ducts , Heat transfer , Pressure drop , Flow (Dynamics) , Annulus , Centrifugal force , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Fluids , Fluid dynamics

Natural Convection With Non-Newtonian Shear-Thinning Power Law Fluids in Inclined Two Dimensional Rectangular Cavities

Lyes Khezzar, Dennis Siginer

IMECE 2009; 141-145doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12748

Topics: Cavities , Fluids , Natural convection , Shear (Mechanics) , Non-Newtonian fluids , Computation , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Momentum , Prandtl number

Design Optimization of an L-Shaped Extrusion Die

Oktay Yilmaz, Hasan Gunes, Kadir Kirkkopru

IMECE 2009; 147-158doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13167

Topics: Design , Extruding , Optimization , Algorithms , Flow (Dynamics) , Annealing , Computer simulation , Computer software , Density , Engineering simulation

Combined Effects of Non-Newtonian Rheology, Curvature and Fluid Inertia Forces on the Squeeze Film Behaviour

Vimala Manivasakan, G. Sumathi

IMECE 2009; 159-166doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13268

Topics: Fluids , Inertia (Mechanics) , Rheology , Disks , Stress , Reynolds number , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid films , Load bearing capacity , Lubrication theory

18th Symposium on Industrial Flows

Effect on Slates by Wind Over Roof of Japanese Residence

Satoru Okamoto

IMECE 2009; 167-175doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10575

Topics: Roofs , Wind , Tiles , Vibration , Electromagnetic scattering , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Wind tunnels , Accelerometers

A Numerical Study of Transient Swirling Multiphase Flow of Molten Steel From a Ladle on a Teeming Process

A. Hashiebaf, Amir F. Najafi

IMECE 2009; 177-184doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10952

Topics: Foundry ladles , Multiphase flow , Steel , Swirling flow , Transients (Dynamics) , Slags , Fluids , Viscosity , Vortices , Water

Analysis and Experimental Visualization of the Flow Behavior Between Parallel Separated Cross-Corrugated Plates

J. M. Luna, R. Romero-Mendez, A. Hernandez-Guerrero, J. L. Luviano-Ortiz

IMECE 2009; 185-193doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11224

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Plates (structures) , Visualization , Reynolds number , Wavelength , Flow visualization , Microparticles , Separation (Technology) , Swirling flow , Water

Computational Investigation of Backward-Facing Step Flow Preceding a Porous Medium

C. Krishnamoorthy, K. C. Ravi, S. Yao, F. W. Chambers

IMECE 2009; 195-205doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11228

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Porous materials , Filters , Computational fluid dynamics , Reynolds number , Air filters , Separation (Technology) , Computation , Permeability , Turbulence

Numerical Study of Turbulent Flows Through a Circular Duct With a Rotating Fan

Gaurav Rajwade, Jie Cui

IMECE 2009; 207-213doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11269

Topics: Ducts , Turbulence , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Air flow , Automobiles , Numerical analysis , Pressure

Non Linear Eddy Viscosity Model Applied to U-Bend Industrial Geometry

Riccardo Mereu, Emanuela Colombo, Fabio Inzoli

IMECE 2009; 215-222doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11673

Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Geometry , Turbulence , Viscosity

Large-Eddy Simulation of Turbulent Flow Through Small Gage Gas Appliance Orifices

Emad Y. Tanbour, Ramin K. Rahmani, Anahita Ayasoufi

IMECE 2009; 223-232doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11692

Topics: Discharge coefficient , Gages , Gas appliances , Large eddy simulation , Orifices , Turbulence

Parametric Study of Ultrafiltration

Nina Zhou, A. G. Agwu Nnanna

IMECE 2009; 233-240doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11696

Topics: Cross-flow , Fibers , Membranes , Molecular weight , Pressure , Sewage , Solids , Temperature , Water pollution , Water temperature

Mitigation of Fouling on Hollow Fibre Membrane Using Ultrasonic Transducer

Xu Li, A. G. Agwu Nnanna

IMECE 2009; 241-249doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11708

Topics: Fibers , Membranes , Ultrasonic transducers , Ultrasound

Flow Investigation Through a 30° Turn Diffusing Duct in Subsonic Flow Regime

Prasanta K. Sinha, Biswajit Haldar, Amar N. Mullick, Bireswar Majumdar

IMECE 2009; 251-258doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12456

Topics: Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Subsonic flow , Pressure , Diffusers , Aircraft , Combustion chambers , Computation , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer software

CFD Study of an Evaporative Trickle Bed Reactor

Wayne Strasser, Kurt Svihla

IMECE 2009; 259-268doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13303

Topics: Catalysts , Computational fluid dynamics , Cooling , Damage , Design , Energy budget (Physics) , Evaporation , High pressure (Physics) , Inertia (Mechanics) , Particulate matter

6th Symposium on Fundamental Issues and Perspectives in Fluid Mechanics

Thrust Characterization for Bio-Inspired Pulsatile Vortex Ring Thrusters With Variable Exit Nozzle Diameter

Tyler M. Thomas, Mike Kreig, Kamran Mohseni

IMECE 2009; 269-276doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10793

Topics: Biomimetics , Nozzles , Thrust , Vortices , Fluids , Flow (Dynamics) , Cavities , Momentum , Oscillations

Incompresible Periodically Reversing Flow in a Conical Pipeline of Finite Length

J. Luis Luviano-Ortiz, Eduardo Ramos, Abel Hernandez-Guerrero, Jose-Manuel Luna

IMECE 2009; 277-287doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11208

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Pipelines , Pistons , Cycles , Displacement , Pipe flow , Vortices

Computational Study of Frequency and Amplitude Effects on Separation Flow Control With the Synthetic Jet

Koichi Okada, Kozo Fujii, Koji Miyaji

IMECE 2009; 289-298doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11218

Topics: Flow control , Separation (Technology) , Shear (Mechanics) , Vortices , Flow (Dynamics) , Stress , Computation , Computer simulation , Large eddy simulation , Navier-Stokes equations

Direct Numerical Simulations of Magnetic Field Effects on Turbulent Duct Flows

R. Chaudhary, S. P. Vanka, B. G. Thomas

IMECE 2009; 299-308doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11527

Topics: Computer simulation , Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Magnetic fields , Turbulence , Steel , Engineering simulation , Magnetohydrodynamics , Simulation , Casting

Ghost Fluid Based Immersed Boundary Treatment for Lattice Boltzmann Method

Arpit Tiwari, Rahul Samala, S. P. Vanka

IMECE 2009; 309-313doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11578

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Lattice Boltzmann methods

Experimental Analysis of Poiseuille Number in Square Microchannels

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

IMECE 2009; 315-321doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11810

Topics: Experimental analysis , Microchannels , Poiseuille flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics , Pressure drop , Friction , Reynolds number , Uncertainty , Microfluidics

Influence of Unsteady Parameters on the Aerodynamics of a Low Reynolds Number Pitching Airfoil

M. R. Amiralaei, H. Alighanbari, S. M. Hashemi

IMECE 2009; 323-329doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11827

Topics: Aerodynamics , Airfoils , Reynolds number , Computational fluid dynamics , Finite volume methods , Harmonic motion , Navier-Stokes equations , Oscillations , Simulation results , Vortices

Flow Maldistribution in Multichanneled Microdevices With In-Line Manifolds

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

IMECE 2009; 331-338doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11988

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Manifolds , Microfluidics , Fluid dynamics , Simulation , Computer software , Design , Pressure

Laminar Fluid Flow Around Two Wall-Mounted Blocks of Different Size

Mohammad Mehdi Tavakol, Mohammad Eslami

IMECE 2009; 339-346doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12368

Topics: Fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Algorithms , Computational fluid dynamics , Steady state , Vortices , Wakes

Wavelet Analysis of the Pressure Fluctuations of Bottom Outlet of Kamal-Saleh Dam

M. Liaghat, A. Abdollahi, F. Daneshmand, T. Liaghat

IMECE 2009; 347-356doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12745

Topics: Dams , Fluctuations (Physics) , Pressure , Wavelets , Signals , Transients (Dynamics) , Gates (Closures) , Fourier analysis , Fourier transforms , Wavelet transforms

Turbulent Transport of a Passive Scalar Additive in Spanwise Rotating Channel Flow With Zero Intrinsic Vorticity

Karuna S. Koppula, Andre´ Be´nard, Charles A. Petty

IMECE 2009; 357-363doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12809

Topics: Channel flow , Scalars , Turbulence , Vorticity , High pressure (Physics) , Rotation , Stress , Anisotropy , Coriolis force , Cross-flow

Analysis of Flow in a Concentric Cylindrical Vessel Using Stream and Vorticity Function

Sukanta Rakshit, Harsha Bojja

IMECE 2009; 365-370doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13020

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Vessels , Vorticity , Vortices , Cylinders , Navier-Stokes equations , Reynolds number , Boundary-value problems , Dimensions , Pressure

A Time-Resolved PIV Study of Vortical Structures in the Near-Wall Region of an Impinging Round Jet

Khaled J. Hammad, Ivana M. Milanovic

IMECE 2009; 371-381doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13076

Topics: Boundary-value problems , Flow (Dynamics) , Jets , Particulate matter , Pipes , Principal component analysis , Reynolds number , Separation (Technology) , Swirling flow , Turbulence

A Numerical Study of Swirling Buoyant Laminar Jets at Low Reynolds Numbers

Gordon N. Taub, Hyungoo Lee, S. Balachandar, S. A. Sherif

IMECE 2009; 383-392doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13082

Topics: Jets , Reynolds number , Swirling flow , Computer simulation , Buoyancy , Convection , Diffusion (Physics) , Finite volume methods , Navier-Stokes equations , Vortices

Experiments on the Velocity Field Around a Low Aspect Ratio Wing at Low Reynolds Numbers

Daniel R. Morse, James A. Liburdy

IMECE 2009; 393-406doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13172

Topics: Reynolds number , Wings , Flow (Dynamics) , Shear stress , Wake turbulence , Flow visualization , Momentum , Particulate matter , Transients (Dynamics)

7th Symposium on Electric, Magnetic and Thermal Phenomena in Micro and Nano-Scale Systems

Extended Near Wall Hindered Diffusion Theory for Nanoparticles Under Short and Long Range Interactions

Suchi Subhra Mukherji, Arindam Banerjee

IMECE 2009; 407-416doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11116

Topics: Diffusion (Physics) , Nanoparticles , Particulate matter , Electrostatic interactions , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Electric potential , Electrolytes , Brownian motion , Density , Potential energy

Redistribution and Removal of Particles From Drop Surfaces

S. Nudurupati, M. Janjua, P. Singh, N. Aubry

IMECE 2009; 417-426doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11936

Topics: Particulate matter , Electric fields , Fluids , Poles (Building)

Theoretical Optimization of Cascading Magnets’ Structure for Oxygen Enrichment by Gradient Magnetic Fields

Fengchao Li, Li Wang, Ping Wu, Shiping Zhang

IMECE 2009; 427-431doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12141

Topics: Magnetic fields , Magnets , Optimization , Oxygen , Nitrogen , Space , Joining , Magnetic flux

Flow of Electrolyte With a Surface-Charged Particle in a Nano-Channel: Quasi-Steady Modeling

Z.-P. Qin, Y.-S. Wang, G.-X. Wang

IMECE 2009; 433-440doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12173

Topics: Electrolytes , Flow (Dynamics) , Modeling , Particulate matter , Electric current , Reactor protection systems , Electric fields , Reservoirs , DNA , Navier-Stokes equations

Heat Transfer Augmentation of Parallel Flows by Means of Electric Conduction Phenomenon in Macro- and Micro-Scale

Miad Yazdani, Jamal Seyed-Yagoobi

IMECE 2009; 441-449doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12219

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat conduction , Heat transfer , Microscale devices , Electric fields , Coulombs , Dielectric liquids , Electrodes , Electrohydrodynamics , External pressure

Numerical Analysis of Surface Oscillation of a Levitated Droplet Using Particle Method

Mihai Dupac, David G. Beale

IMECE 2009; 451-459doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12533

Topics: Drops , Numerical analysis , Oscillations , Particulate matter , Fluids , Computer simulation , Electromagnetic force , Equations of motion , Magnetic fields , Navier-Stokes equations

Computational Heat Transfer

Measurement of Thermodiffusion Coefficient for Binary Hydrocarbon Fluid Mixtures in Porous Medium: Experimental and Numerical Results

T. J. Jaber, H. Bataller, M. Z. Saghir

IMECE 2009; 461-469doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10110

Topics: Fluids , Porous materials , Atmospheric pressure , Diffusion (Physics) , High pressure (Physics) , Laser beams , Refractive index , Thermal diffusion

Inverse Heat Conduction in a Composite Slab With Pyrolysis Effect and Temperature-Dependent Thermophysical Properties

Jianhua Zhou, Yuwen Zhang, J. K. Chen, Z. C. Feng

IMECE 2009; 471-481doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10134

Topics: Composite materials , Heat conduction , Pyrolysis , Slabs , Temperature , Algorithms , Heat flux , Heating , Lasers , Chemical reactions

Heat Transfer Analysis for Nuclear Waste Solidification Container

Si Y. Lee

IMECE 2009; 483-492doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10241

Topics: Containers , Heat transfer , Natural convection , Radioactive wastes , Solidification

Modeling of Ultrashort Pulse Laser Ablation in Water

Jian Jiao, Zhixiong Guo, Kunal Mitra

IMECE 2009; 493-500doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10405

Topics: Laser ablation , Modeling , Water , Plasmas (Ionized gases) , Density , Electrons , Lasers , Transients (Dynamics) , Radiative heat transfer , Ablation (Vaporization technology)

A Numerical Investigation of Ray Tracing Method in a View Factor Calculation Procedure for Zonal Radiation Heat Transfer in Complex Systems

German Malikov, Vladimir Lisienko, Roman Koptelov, Jakov Kalugin, Raymond Viskanta

IMECE 2009; 501-505doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10429

Topics: Complex systems , Heat transfer , Radiation (Physics) , Ray tracing

Numerical Modeling of Liquid Piston Gas Compression

Cecil Piya, Indraneel Sircar, James D. Van de Ven, David J. Olinger

IMECE 2009; 507-517doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10621

Topics: Compression , Computer simulation , Pistons , Finite difference methods , Heat , Heat transfer , Simulation , Thermofluids

Modeling and Inverse Design of Convective Heat Transfer in a Grooved Channel Using Proper Orthogonal Decomposition

Hasan Gunes, Sertac Cadirci

IMECE 2009; 519-526doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10780

Topics: Convection , Design , Modeling , Principal component analysis , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Heat , Heat flux , Reynolds number

Thermal Modeling of a Mini Rotor-Stator System

Emre Dikmen, Peter van der Hoogt, Andre´ de Boer, Ronald Aarts, Ben Jonker

IMECE 2009; 527-532doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10849

Topics: Modeling , Rotors , Stators , Temperature , Computational fluid dynamics , Energy dissipation , Fluids , Heat

Mixed Convection and Entropy Generation Characteristics Inside a Porous Cavity With Viscous Dissipation Effect

A. K. M. Sadrul Islam, M. Ruhul Amin, Shama F. Barna, Arafat A. Bhuiyan, M. H. Banna

IMECE 2009; 533-542doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10883

Topics: Cavities , Energy dissipation , Entropy , Mixed convection , Flow (Dynamics) , Boundary-value problems , Fluids , Rayleigh number , Buoyancy , Density

Transient Thermal Analysis of Electrical Machine

Ahmad K. Sleiti

IMECE 2009; 543-548doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11021

Topics: Machinery , Thermal analysis , Transients (Dynamics) , Temperature gradient , Cooling , Rotors , Stators , Boundary-value problems , Cycles , Design

A Cryogenic Stabilization Scheme for Radio Astronomy Applications

Michael J. Smith, Raymond Blundell

IMECE 2009; 549-552doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11193

Topics: Astronomy , Condensation , Cooling , Copper , Cycles , Helium , Radiotelescopes , Specific heat , Temperature

Application of the Meshless Element-Free Galerkin Method to Freckle Formation in Directional Solidification

Udaya K. Sajja, Sergio D. Felicelli

IMECE 2009; 553-562doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11257

Topics: Galerkin method , Solidification , Alloys , Finite element analysis , Blades , Computation , Computer simulation , Convection , Engineering simulation , Gas turbines

Analysis of Thermal Response of a Portable Blood Cooling Device

Son H. Ho, Muhammad M. Rahman, Mutasim Elsheikh, Aydin K. Sunol

IMECE 2009; 563-570doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11379

Topics: Blood , Cooling , Cylinders , Heat , Cooling systems , Temperature , Biological tissues , Design , Heat transfer , Insulation

An RBF Interpolated Generalized Finite Difference Meshless Method for Compressible Turbulent Flows

Kevin J. Erhart, Salvadore A. Gerace, Eduardo A. Divo, Alain J. Kassab

IMECE 2009; 571-581doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11452

Topics: Turbulence , Computational fluid dynamics , Mesh generation , Algorithms , Flow (Dynamics) , Aerospace industry , Shades and shadows , Stairs

Enhancement of Temperature Blending in Convective Heat Transfer by Motionless Inserts With Variable Segment Length

Emad Y. Tanbour, Ramin K. Rahmani

IMECE 2009; 583-593doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11687

Topics: Convection , Temperature

Hydrodynamics and Heat Transfer of Liquid Nitrogen Laminar Falling Films in Cryogenic Heat Exchanger

Ying-Bai Xie, Cheng Zhao, Jian-Cheng Tang, Ying-Cheng Mai

IMECE 2009; 595-599doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11737

Topics: Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Hydrodynamics , Nitrogen , Convection , Heat , Mass transfer , Film flow , Lubrication theory , Plates (structures)

Unsteady Buoyant Convection and Liquid-Solid Phase Change in a Power Law Fluid Within a Differentially Heated Square Cavity

Luis A. Silva, Nelson O. Moraga, Alfonso Ortega

IMECE 2009; 601-608doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11809

Topics: Cavities , Convection , Fluids , Transients (Dynamics) , Temperature , Cooling , Diffusion (Physics) , Finite volume methods , Heating , Natural convection

Numerical Simulation of Vapor-Liquid Two-Phase Flow in a Closed Loop Oscillating Heat Pipe

Xiangdong Liu, Yingli Hao

IMECE 2009; 609-617doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12038

Topics: Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat pipes , Two-phase flow , Vapors

The Inverse Least-Squares Finite Element Method Applied to the Convection-Diffusion Equation

Brian H. Dennis

IMECE 2009; 619-625doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12083

Topics: Convection , Diffusion (Physics) , Finite element methods , Boundary-value problems , Flux (Metallurgy) , Heat , Temperature , Approximation , Gradient methods , Partial differential equations

Control of Thermo Magnetic Heat Transfer in Porous Cavity With Baffle(s)

H. Heidary, M. Davoudi, M. Pirmohammadi

IMECE 2009; 627-631doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12142

Topics: Cavities , Heat transfer , Convection , Magnetic fields , Algorithms , Diffusion (Physics) , Finite volume methods , Flow (Dynamics) , Natural convection , Rayleigh number

Investigation of Indoor Environment for a Data Center

Lingcang Li, Yanlei Liu, Xiuling Wang, A. G. Agwu Nnanna

IMECE 2009; 633-642doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12513

Topics: Data centers , Temperature , Air flow , Computer simulation , Computers , Finite volume methods , Reliability , Simulation , Simulation results

Using Meshfree Weak-Strong Form Method for a 2-D Heat Transfer Problem

S. Zahiri, F. Daneshmand, M. H. Akbari

IMECE 2009; 643-651doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12525

Topics: Heat transfer , Boundary-value problems , Finite element methods , Interpolation , Meshfree methods , Computer simulation , Numerical analysis , Shapes , Temperature distribution

CFD Analysis of Natural Convection in a Cubic Enclosure Heated From a Side Wall With Experimental Verification Using PIV

Nuri Alpay Ku¨rekci

IMECE 2009; 653-661doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12560

Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Natural convection , Aluminum , Computer software , Dimensions , Glass , Heat , Laminar flow , Particulate matter , Temperature

Patterns of Secondary Flow Field in a Circular Tube Caused by Corona Wind Using the Method of Characteristics

Reza Baghaei Lakeh, Majid Molki

IMECE 2009; 663-671doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12611

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Wind

Numerical Simulations on Turbulent Heat Transfer Characteristics of Supercritical Pressure Fluids

Toru Nakatsuka, Kazuyuki Takase, Hiroyuki Yoshida, Takeharu Misawa

IMECE 2009; 673-680doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12710

Topics: Computer simulation , Fluids , Pressure , Turbulent heat transfer , Supercritical water reactors , Design , Turbulence , Fuels , Heat flux , Nuclear reactors

Effect of Radiation, Chemical Reaction and Double Dispersion on Heat and Mass Transfer in Non-Darcy Free Convective Flow

P. K. Kameswaran, A. S. N. Murti

IMECE 2009; 681-690doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12734

Topics: Chemical reactions , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Mass transfer , Porous materials , Radiation (Physics)

Effect of Buoyancy Driven Stream Loop Numbers on Heat Transfer and Entropy Generation

H. Heidary, M. Davoudi, M. J. Kermani

IMECE 2009; 691-699doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12805

Topics: Buoyancy , Entropy , Heat transfer , Natural convection , Boundary-value problems , Cavities , Porous materials , Temperature , Fluids , Heating

Experiment and 2D Numerical Simulation of Cooking Process of Chicken Breast

Aklilu T. G. Giorges, John Stewart, John A. Pierson

IMECE 2009; 701-708doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12859

Topics: Computer simulation , Shapes , Temperature , Convection , Cooling , Heat transfer coefficients , Muscle , Ovens , Probes , Simulation

An Acceleration Technique for the Computation of Participating Radiative Heat Transfer

Sanjay R. Mathur, Jayathi Y. Murthy

IMECE 2009; 709-717doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12923

Topics: Computation , Radiative heat transfer , Radiation (Physics) , Algorithms , Electromagnetic scattering , Equilibrium (Physics) , Heat transfer , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics)

A Numerical Study of Unsteady Natural Convection in a Rectangular Enclosure: The Effect of Variable Thermodynamic and Transport Properties

K. M. Akyuzlu, M. Chidurala

IMECE 2009; 719-729doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13005

Topics: Algebra , Boundary-value problems , Buoyancy , Cavity flows , Compressibility , Compressible flow , Fluids , Flux (Metallurgy) , Heat , Heat transfer

Tool Heat Fluxes During Cutting of A360 Using Beck’s Method

Sean C. McCarty, Keith A. Woodbury, Y. Kevin Chou

IMECE 2009; 731-737doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13194

Topics: Cutting , Flux (Metallurgy) , Heat , Temperature , Heat flux , Aluminum , Cutting tools , Cylinders , Heat conduction , Metals

Computational Simulations on Melting Process of Fine Metal Powders With Laser Irradiation Welding

Kazuyuki Takase, Toshiharu Muramatsu, Takahisa Shobu, Kazuyuki Tsukimori

IMECE 2009; 739-740doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13219

Topics: Engineering simulation , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Lasers , Melting , Metal powders , Simulation , Welding , Maintenance , Sodium , Stainless steel

Simulation of Open Channel Turbulent Flow Over Bridge Decks and Formation of Scour Hole Beneath the Bridge Under Flooding Conditions

Bishwadipa Adhikary, Pradip Majumdar, Milivoje Kostic, Steven A. Lottes

IMECE 2009; 741-752doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13258

Topics: Bridges (Structures) , Floods , Open channels (Hydraulics) , Simulation , Turbulence , Computational fluid dynamics , Equilibrium (Physics) , Sediments , Shear stress , Computer software

Non-Isothermal Peristaltic Flow of Newtonian Fluids in a Circular Tube

M. S. Yun, B. P. Huynh

IMECE 2009; 753-758doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13310

Topics: Fluids , Peristaltic flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Computational fluid dynamics , Temperature , Computer software , Pressure , Simulation , Temperature effects

Energy Systems

Geometric Optimization of Concentrating Solar Collectors Using Monte Carlo Simulation

A. J. Marston, K. J. Daun, M. R. Collins

IMECE 2009; 759-767doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10523

Topics: Optimization , Simulation , Solar collectors , Design , Algorithms , Errors , Geometry

Assessment of Tesla Turbine Performance for Small Scale Solar Rankine Combined Heat and Power Systems

Van P. Carey

IMECE 2009; 769-777doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10814

Topics: Cogeneration systems , Solar energy , Turbines , Rankine cycle , Design , Engineering prototypes , Fluids , Heat , Manufacturing , Momentum

Natural Convection in an Air-Filled Cubical Enclosure With a Protruding Heat Sink: Application to a Thermoelectric Refrigerator

Israel Botello-Arredondo, Abel Hernandez-Guerrero, Marino Pen˜a-Taveras, Victor Miranda-Razo, Cuauhtemoc Rubio-Arana

IMECE 2009; 779-786doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11271

Topics: Heat sinks , Natural convection , Cavities , Temperature , Biomedicine , Engineering prototypes , Fluids , Heat , Numerical analysis , Rayleigh number

The Effect of Catalyst Coated Diffusion Media on PEM Fuel Cell Performance

Derek W. Fultz, Po-Ya Abel Chuang

IMECE 2009; 787-793doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11597

Topics: Catalysts , Diffusion (Physics) , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Electrodes , Membranes , Architecture , Fuel cells , Manufacturing , Air flow , Anodes

Performance Prediction of Electroosmotic Dehumidification

David W. Gerlach

IMECE 2009; 795-800doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11929

Topics: Dehumidification , Stress , Air conditioning , Compression , Membranes , Vapors , Air conditioners , Air flow , Cooling , Cycles

Application of the Modified Differential Approximation (MDA) for Radiation Transport to Arbitrary Three-Dimensional Geometry

Mahesh Ravishankar, Sandip Mazumder

IMECE 2009; 801-810doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12844

Topics: Approximation , Geometry , Radiation (Physics) , Ray tracing , Algorithms , Radiative heat transfer , Storage

Modelica Based Dynamic Modeling of an Air-Side Economizer

Pengfei Li, Yaoyu Li, John E. Seem

IMECE 2009; 811-820doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13173

Topics: Air conditioning , Control equipment , Cooling , Dampers , Design , Ducts , Dynamic modeling , Dynamic models , Energy consumption , Fans

An Experimental Method for Making In Situ Spectral Emittance Measurements of Coal Ash Deposits

Travis J. Moore, Darron P. Cundick, Matthew R. Jones, Dale R. Tree, R. Daniel Maynes, Larry L. Baxter

IMECE 2009; 821-829doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13215

Topics: Coal , Temperature , Emissivity , Flow (Dynamics) , Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy , Fourier transforms , Infrared spectra , Probes

General

Efficiency and Stall Margin Enhancement in Transonic Compressor Rotors Using Synthetic Jets: A Numerical Investigation

Ernesto Benini, Roberto Biollo, Rita Ponza

IMECE 2009; 831-840doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10114

Topics: Compressors , Jets , Rotors , Momentum , Suction , Blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Shock (Mechanics) , Boundary layers

Efficient Aerodynamic Optimization of an Impulse Turbine Rotor Cascade

Ernesto Benini, Rita Ponza, Claudio Comis da Ronco, Irene Ventrucci

IMECE 2009; 841-851doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10115

Topics: Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Impulse (Physics) , Optimization , Rotors , Turbines , Pressure , Computational fluid dynamics , Airfoils , Algorithms , Design

Design and Testing of Low-Speed Wind Turbine Blade

R. S. Amano, R. J. Malloy

IMECE 2009; 853-857doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10126

Topics: Blades , Design , Testing , Wind turbines , Turbines , Wind tunnels , Airfoils , Chords (Trusses) , Computational fluid dynamics , Control equipment

Flow Characterization of a Three-Dimensional Separated Annular Diffuser

Jason J. Dunn, Mark Ricklick, J. S. Kapat

IMECE 2009; 859-865doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10533

Topics: Diffusers , Flow (Dynamics) , Compressors , Exterior walls , Combustion chambers , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow separation , Machinery , Pressure , Pressure gradient

Computational Analysis of a High-Lift and Low Reynolds Number Airfoil at Turbulent Atmospheric Conditions

Mazharul Islam, M. Ruhul Amin, Yasir M. Shariff

IMECE 2009; 867-874doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10587

Topics: Airfoils , Reynolds number , Turbulence , Wind turbines , Aircraft , Blades , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Simulation

Mathematical Model for Fluid Flow in Artificially Roughened Microchannels

Rebecca N. Wagner, Satish G. Kandlikar

IMECE 2009; 875-882doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11039

Topics: Fluid dynamics , Microchannels , Pressure drop , Surface roughness , Approximation , Boundary layers , Friction , Geometry , Lubrication , Microscale devices

Parametric Study of a Symmetric Flow Distributor

Bladimir Ramos-Alvarado, Abel Hernandez-Guerrero, Daniel Juarez-Robles, Peiwen Li, J. C. Rubio-Arana

IMECE 2009; 883-889doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11149

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Heat exchangers , Navier-Stokes equations , Pressure drop , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Three-dimensional models

Nonlinear Control of an Air Handling Unit Using Feedback Linearization

Hamed Moradi, Majid Saffar-Avval

IMECE 2009; 891-897doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11535

Topics: Control equipment , Feedback , HVAC equipment , Robustness

A New Approach to Study and Compare the Annual Performance of Liquid and Solid Desiccant Cooling Systems

Fatemeh Esfandiari Nia, Patrick E. Phelan

IMECE 2009; 899-907doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12490

Topics: Cooling systems , Air conditioning , Climate , Computers , Cooling , Cycles , Dehumidifiers , Modeling , Simulation , Sustainability

Turbulence Intensity Evaluation in a Radial-Tangential Plane Within a Cyclone Separator Using PIV

C. del C. Gutierrez Torres, J. A. Jimenez-Bernal, J. A. Garcia-Sanchez, H. Aguilar Morales

IMECE 2009; 909-913doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12512

Topics: Turbulence , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Swirling flow

Shooting Method for Good Estimates of the Eigenvalue in the Rayleigh-Be´nard-Marangoni Convection Problem With General Boundary Conditions on Velocity and Temperature

P. G. Siddheshwar, B. R. Revathi

IMECE 2009; 915-924doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12761

Topics: Boundary-value problems , Convection , Eigenvalues , Temperature

Elastic Effects on Rayleigh-Be´nard-Marangoni Convection in Liquids With Temperature-Dependent Viscosity

G. N. Sekhar, G. Jayalatha

IMECE 2009; 925-934doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12774

Topics: Convection , Temperature , Viscosity

On Mutual Deflection for the Radial Rotating Jet Pressure Exchange Mechanism

Muhammad Umar, Charles A. Garris

IMECE 2009; 935-942doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12836

Topics: Deflection , Pressure , Fluids , Ejectors , High pressure (Physics) , Turbomachinery , Blades , Compression , Energy levels (Quantum mechanics) , Flow (Dynamics)

A Numerical Study of Thermoacoustic Oscillations in a Rectangular Channel Using CMSIP Method

K. M. Akyuzlu, K. Albayrak, C. Karaeren

IMECE 2009; 943-953doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13109

Topics: Oscillations , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Pressure , Temperature , Valves , Computer simulation , Nozzles , Rockets , Turbulence

Heat Transfer Education

Investigation of a Novel Process for Wet Milling a Pharmaceutical Tablet in a Dynamically Rotating Water-Filled Dosage Cup

Peter Balawajder, Jeffrey Steward, Alfonso Ortega, Joe D’Silva, Anne Moore, Luis Silva

IMECE 2009; 955-962doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10669

Topics: Drugs , Milling , Water , Rotation , Spin (Aerodynamics) , Spinning (Textile) , Centrifugal force , Containers , Cycles , Grinding

Heat Transfer From Protuberances and Simulated Ice Accretion Roughness Elements

Steven R. Mart, Stephen T. McClain

IMECE 2009; 963-973doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10825

Topics: Heat transfer , Ice , Surface roughness , Flow (Dynamics) , Thermal conductivity , Wind tunnels , Aircraft , Boundary-value problems , Convection , Flight

Investigation of Water Vapor Diffusivity Through GDL of a PEMFC

Jacob LaManna, Satish G. Kandlikar

IMECE 2009; 975-982doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11425

Topics: Gas diffusion layers , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Water vapor , Fuel cells , Mass transfer , Proton exchange membranes , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Temperature

Development and Testing of a Prototype Heat Sink Within a Wind Tunnel for Use in an Engineering Course

Margarita L. Cortez, Amir Jokar

IMECE 2009; 983-989doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12084

Topics: Engineering education , Engineering prototypes , Heat sinks , Testing , Wind tunnels , Students , Computer cooling , Design , Integrated circuits , Temperature

The Determination of Thermal Properties of Paraffin-Based Phase Change Material [PCM] Within a Daylighting Panel

John McCloskey, Amy Fleischer, Sneha Patel, Rashida Ng

IMECE 2009; 991-995doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12192

Topics: Daylighting , Paraffin wax , Phase change materials , Thermal properties , Thermal conductivity , Polyester fabrics , Building materials , Design , Optimization , Transparency

A Flow Visualization Study of the Jet Dynamics in a Round Jet Impinging on a Foamed Aluminum Porous Media

Elizabeth DiBella, Ian Azeredo, Ravi Yakkatelli, Amy Fleischer

IMECE 2009; 997-1003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12193

Topics: Aluminum , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Flow visualization , Porous materials , Flow (Dynamics) , Foams (Chemistry) , Permeability , Reynolds number , Deflection , Density

Design Optimisation of Finned Channel

K. M. C. Seakher, L. S. S. Prakash Kumar, K. S. R. Kali Prasad, K. H. Manasa, A. Siva Kumar

IMECE 2009; 1005-1010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12529

Topics: Design , Heat transfer , Optimization

Heat Transfer Equipment

The Thermal Performance of Graphite Heat Spreaders in Radiant Panel Applications

Martin D. Smalc, Julian Norley, John Schober, R. Andrew Reynolds, Brad Reis

IMECE 2009; 1011-1018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10263

Topics: Flat heat pipes , Graphite

Heat Transfer Enhancement Due to Flow Pulsation at Various Frequencies

Mir-Akbar Hessami, Nurin Wahida Zulkifli

IMECE 2009; 1019-1027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10274

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Pipes , Fluids , Generators , Hardware , Pulsatile flow , Solenoids , Stainless steel , Valves

Experimental Apparatus for the Determination of Nusselt and Rayleigh Numbers During Natural Convection From a Heated Horizontal Cylinder

S¸evket O¨zgu¨r Atayılmaz, Ahmet Selim Dalkılıc¸, Hakan Demir, Nuri Alpay Ku¨rekci

IMECE 2009; 1029-1037doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10377

Topics: Cylinders , Natural convection , Rayleigh number , Temperature , Algorithms , Computational fluid dynamics , Copper , Design , Heat flux , Heat transfer

Analysis and Optimization of Rectangular Longitudinal and Circular Pin Fins With Space Variable Heat Transfer Coefficient

S. Das, P. Razelos

IMECE 2009; 1039-1047doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10788

Topics: Fins , Heat transfer coefficients , Optimization

Calibration of Rugged, Renewable and Fast Response Temperature Probes in a Hypersonic Flow Facility

H. Mohammed, H. Salleh, M. Z. Yusoff

IMECE 2009; 1049-1060doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10925

Topics: Calibration , Hypersonic flow , Probes , Temperature , Junctions , Blades , Shock tubes , Enthalpy , Heat transfer , Mach number

Experimental Study of Gas Cooler in Trans-Critical CO₂ Refrigeration System

Yingbai Xie, Yingfu Liu, Jiancheng Tang, Ganglei Sun

IMECE 2009; 1061-1065doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11004

Topics: Carbon dioxide , Refrigeration , Temperature , Heat , Pressure , Compression , Cooling , Pressure drop , Refrigeration cycles , Water

Dependency of Air Curtain Performance on Discharge Air Velocity (Grille and Back Panel) in Open Refrigerated Display Cabinets

Pedro Dinis Gaspar, L. C. Carrilho Gonc¸alves, Andreas Vo¨geli

IMECE 2009; 1067-1076doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11029

Topics: Air flow , Boundary-value problems , Computational fluid dynamics , Darcy's law , Density , Dimensions , Ducts , Energy consumption , Fans , Flow (Dynamics)

Geometrical Effects in Optimal Performance of Energy Dissipation of Pin Fin Heat Sinks

J. L. Zu´n˜iga-Cerroblanco, A. Herna´ndez-Guerrero, G. J. Kowalski, J. C. Rubio-Arana

IMECE 2009; 1077-1085doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11186

Topics: Energy dissipation , Heat sinks , Optimization , Design , Entropy , Experimental analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Friction , Heat flux , Heat transfer coefficients

Efficient Heat Transfer in a Laminar Flow System by Hydrodynamic Manipulation

Bolaji O. Olayiwola, Peter Walzel

IMECE 2009; 1087-1097doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11187

Topics: Heat transfer , Laminar flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Oscillations , Fins , Fluids , Computational fluid dynamics , Deflection , Displacement , Ducts

A Two-Dimensional Numerical Investigation on Forced Convection in Channels With Transversal Ribs

O. Manca, S. Nardini, D. Ricci

IMECE 2009; 1099-1107doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11203

Topics: Forced convection , Heat transfer , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Friction , Heat transfer coefficients , Pressure drop , Temperature , Turbulence , Boundary-value problems

Combined Impeller-Diffuser Design and the Influence of Slotted Guide Vanes on the Performance of Radial Diffusers

Philipp Epple, Mihai Miclea, Caslav Ilic, Antonio Delgado

IMECE 2009; 1109-1117doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11260

Topics: Design , Diffusers , Guide vanes , Impellers , Flow (Dynamics) , Vaneless diffusers , Pressure , Design methodology , Engineering prototypes , Computer simulation

An Extended Analytical and Numerical Design Method With Applications of Radial Fans

Philipp Epple, Mihai Miclea, Christian Luschmann, Caslav Ilic, Antonio Delgado

IMECE 2009; 1119-1129doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11283

Topics: Design methodology , Fans , Impellers , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Blades , Computation , Computational fluid dynamics , Numerical analysis , Engineering prototypes

Heat Transfer and Pressure Drop of Periodically Fully Developed Swirling Laminar Flows in Twisted Tubes With Elliptical Cross Sections

Fady Bishara, Milind A. Jog, Raj M. Manglik

IMECE 2009; 1131-1137doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11285

Topics: Cross section (Physics) , Heat transfer , Laminar flow , Pressure drop , Swirling flow , Friction , Reynolds number , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Engineers

Modeling a Non-Adiabatic Counter Flow Microchannel Heat Exchanger With Axial Heat Conduction

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

IMECE 2009; 1139-1147doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11765

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat conduction , Heat exchangers , Microchannels , Modeling , Fluids , Temperature , Boundary-value problems , Heat , Finite difference methods

Axial Heat Conduction in Parallel Flow Microchannel Heat Exchangers

B. Mathew, H. Hegab

IMECE 2009; 1149-1158doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11775

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat conduction , Heat exchangers , Microchannels , Fluids , Temperature , Boundary-value problems , Finite difference methods , Heat transfer , Microscale devices

A Mathematical Based Design Methodology for Crossflow Heat Exchangers

Antonio Dumas, Michele Trancossi

IMECE 2009; 1159-1165doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12359

Topics: Design methodology , Heat exchangers , Cross-flow , Design , Heat pipes , Pipes

Experimental Research on Heat Transfer and Laminar Flow Through a Channel Filled With Porous Medium

H. Shokouhmand, S. M. Emami, G. Shajari

IMECE 2009; 1167-1172doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12367

Topics: Heat transfer , Laminar flow , Porous materials , Pressure drop

Computational Modeling of Convective Heat Transfer in Converging-Diverging Plate Channels With Fin-Wall Perforation

O. A. Huzayyin, M. A. Jog, R. M. Manglik

IMECE 2009; 1173-1181doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12416

Topics: Computer simulation , Convection , Fluids , Boundary layers , Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Porosity

Performance of Parallel-Flow Gas-to-Gas Micro-Double-Tubes-Heat Exchangers

Chungpyo Hong, Yutaka Asako, Koichi Suzuki

IMECE 2009; 1183-1190doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12430

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Temperature , Heat transfer , Computation , Heat flux , Stainless steel

High Efficiency Design of High Pressure Radial Fan Spiraled Casings Used for Biogas Transport

Mihai Miclea, Philipp Epple, Harald Schmidt, Antonio Delgado, Hans Russwurm

IMECE 2009; 1191-1200doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12521

Topics: Biogas , Design , High pressure (Physics) , Impellers , Flow (Dynamics) , Fans , Computational fluid dynamics , Construction , Filters , Numerical analysis

The Effect of Geometrical Features on Air-Side Heat Transfer and Friction Characteristics, and Optimization of a Large-Size Plain Fin-and-Tube Heat Exchanger by 3-D Numerical Simulation

M. Izadi, D. K. Aidun, P. Marzocca, H. Lee

IMECE 2009; 1201-1212doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12523

Topics: Computer simulation , Friction , Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Optimization , Design , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Algorithms , Boundary-value problems

The Experimental Investigation of Fouling Phenomenon in Heat Exchangers by Heat Transfer Resistance Monitoring (HTRM) Method

M. Izadi, D. K. Aidun, P. Marzocca, H. Lee

IMECE 2009; 1213-1221doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12524

Topics: Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Sodium , Chemical reactions , Corrosion , Crystallization , Density , Design , Electrical conductivity , Fluid dynamics

Numerical Investigation of Turbulent Convection in Al₂O₃/Water Nanofluid With Temperature Dependent Properties

Vincenzo Bianco, Oronzio Manca, Sergio Nardini

IMECE 2009; 1223-1231doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12526

Topics: Convection , Nanofluids , Temperature , Turbulence , Water , Particulate matter , Computational fluid dynamics , Dimensions , Finite volume methods , Flow (Dynamics)

A Curious Result: A Combined Heat-Pump and Rankine Cycle Which Supplies Work and Cold Air to the Ambient

Stephen G. Pothier, David Chichka

IMECE 2009; 1233-1243doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12564

Topics: Heat pumps , Rankine cycle , Heat , Cycles , Temperature , Fluids , Engines , Errors , Machinery , Boilers

Improving the Performance of a Thermal Compressor in a Steam Evaporator via CFD Analysis

Xianchang Li, Ting Wang, Benjanmin Day

IMECE 2009; 1245-1253doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12651

Topics: Compressors , Computational fluid dynamics , Ejectors , Steam

Heat Transfer and Pressure Drop Correlation for Helicoidal Pipes of Rectangular Cross Section

Christopher Katinas, Ahmad Fakheri

IMECE 2009; 1255-1262doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12677

Topics: Heat transfer , Pipes , Pressure drop , Friction , Flow (Dynamics) , Cross section (Physics) , Laminar flow

Reducing Scale Deposition by Surface Modification and Magnetic Water Treatment

Xiuhua Si, Sungmin Youn, Jinxiang Xi

IMECE 2009; 1263-1270doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12796

Topics: Water treatment , Copper , Electromagnetic induction , Particulate matter , Stainless steel , Surface energy , Magnetic fields , Metal surfaces , Polishing , Water

High Pressure Fan Design for Biogas Plants

Philipp Epple, Mihai Miclea, Harald Schmidt, Antonio Delgado, Hans Russwurm

IMECE 2009; 1271-1281doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12852

Topics: Biogas , Design , High pressure (Physics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Impellers , Fans , Design methodology , Machinery , Motor drives , Physics

Thermal-Mechanical Analysis of Annular Target Design for High Volume Production of Molybdenum-99 Using Low-Enriched Uranium

Kyler K. Turner, Gary L. Solbrekken, Charlie W. Allen

IMECE 2009; 1283-1289doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13238

Topics: Design , Molybdenum , Uranium , Contact resistance , Heating , Isotopes , Testing , Biomedicine , Cladding systems (Building) , Failure mechanisms

Heat Transfer in Electronic Equipment

Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer Characteristics of a Centrifugal Heat Sink

Juwan Kim, Sung Jin Kim

IMECE 2009; 1291-1295doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10207

Topics: Fluid dynamics , Heat sinks , Heat transfer , Thermal resistance , Turbomachinery

Multi-Objective Optimization of Pin-Fin Heatsinks

Keisuke Horiuchi, Atsuo Nishihara, Kazuyuki Sugimura

IMECE 2009; 1297-1303doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10300

Topics: Pareto optimization , Design , Pressure drop , Thermal resistance , Approximation , Optimization

Laminar Flow Forced Convection Heat Transfer Behavior of a Phase Change Material Fluid in Microchannels

Satyanarayana Kondle, Jorge L. Alvarado, Charles Marsh, Dave Kessler, Peter Stynoski

IMECE 2009; 1305-1314doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10787

Topics: Boundary-value problems , Fluids , Forced convection , Laminar flow , Microchannels , Phase change materials

Entropy Generation Analysis of Microchannel Heat

Jaehoon Jung, Sung Jin Kim

IMECE 2009; 1315-1321doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10841

Topics: Entropy , Heat , Heat sinks , Microchannels , Optimization

Numerical Study of Evaporation Heat Transfer From the Liquid-Vapor Interface in Wick Microstructures

Ram Ranjan, Jayathi Y. Murthy, Suresh V. Garimella

IMECE 2009; 1323-1333doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11326

Topics: Evaporation , Heat transfer , Vapors , Shapes , Computer simulation , Convection , Copper , Fluids , Heat , Heat pipes

Numerical Simulation of Mixed Convection in a Rectangular Cavity With Multiple Heat Sources

Hasan Gunes, Sertac Cadırcı, Kenan Gocmen

IMECE 2009; 1335-1344doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11472

Topics: Cavities , Computer simulation , Heat , Mixed convection , Flow (Dynamics) , Lumber , Reynolds number , Temperature , Air flow , Buoyancy

The Steady-State Modeling and Analysis of a Two-Loop Cooling System for High Heat Flux Removal

Rongliang Zhou, Juan Catano, Tiejun Zhang, John T. Wen, Greg J. Michna, Yoav Peles, Michael K. Jensen

IMECE 2009; 1345-1356doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11500

Topics: Cooling systems , Heat flux , Modeling , Steady state , Cycles , Vapors , Compression , Heat , Secondary cells , Critical heat flux

Experimental Identification of Component Parameters for Multiple-Evaporator Vapor Compression Refrigeration Cycle

Juan E. Catano, Tiejun Zhang, Rongliang Zhou, Gregory J. Michna, Michael K. Jensen, Yoav Peles, John T. Wen

IMECE 2009; 1357-1364doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11778

Topics: Compression , Refrigeration cycles , Vapors , Valves , Design , Simulation models , Steady state , Algorithms , Bridges (Structures) , Compressors

Multi-Packaging-Level Thermal Modeling Technique for Silicon Chip Transistors

Tohru Suwa, Hamid Hadim

IMECE 2009; 1365-1372doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11815

Topics: Integrated circuits , Modeling , Packaging , Silicon chips , Transistors

Characteristic Study on the Optimization of Pin-Fin Micro Heat Sink

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

IMECE 2009; 1373-1380doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11816

Topics: Heat sinks , Optimization , Flow (Dynamics) , Shapes , Thermal resistance , Dimensions , Heat , Pressure drop , Computer simulation , Energy dissipation

Thermal Characterization of Planar Interconnect Architectures Under Transient Currents

Banafsheh Barabadi, Yogendra K. Joshi, Satish Kumar, Gamal Refai-Ahmed

IMECE 2009; 1381-1389doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11996

Topics: Architecture , Currents , Thermal characterization , Transients (Dynamics) , Heating , Joules , Finite element analysis , Finite element model , Heat , Microelectronic devices

Natural Patterns Applied to the Design of Microchannel Heat Sinks

Carlos Alberto Rubio-Jimenez, Abel Hernandez-Guerrero, Jose Cuauhtemoc Rubio-Arana, Satish Kandlikar

IMECE 2009; 1391-1398doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12047

Topics: Biomimetics , Design , Heat sinks , Microchannels

A Comparison of the Relative Effectiveness of Fin Aspect Ratio Under Natural Convective Heat Transfer With Top Mounted Fins

Anthony S. Pruszenski

IMECE 2009; 1399-1405doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12364

Topics: Convection , Fins , Computational fluid dynamics , Heat , Natural convection , Stress , Design , Dimensions , Electrical measurement , Mechanical engineers

Experimental Investigation of Area Ratio on Microjet Array Heat Transfer

Gregory J. Michna, Eric A. Browne, Yoav Peles, Michael K. Jensen

IMECE 2009; 1407-1414doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12454

Topics: Heat transfer , Fluids , Flux (Metallurgy) , Heat , Computer cooling , Convection , Cooling , Electronics , Energy consumption , Heat sinks

Performance of Thermoelectric Based Regenerative Adsorption Cooling System for Harsh Environment

Ashish Sinha, Yogendra Joshi

IMECE 2009; 1415-1428doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12655

Topics: Cooling systems , Heat , Cycles , Temperature , Condensers (steam plant) , Desorption , Electronics , Flow (Dynamics) , Computer cooling , Cooling

Flow Field Analysis of a Single Piezoelectric Fan

Andrew Eastman, Mark Kimber

IMECE 2009; 1429-1436doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12708

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Fans , Particulate matter , Piezoelectric materials , Blades , Cantilever beams , Computer cooling , Dimensions , Forced convection , Heat transfer

Comparison of Numerical Modeling to Experimental Data in a Small, Low Power Data Center Test Cell

Ethan Cruz, Yogendra Joshi, Madhusudan Iyengar, Roger Schmidt

IMECE 2009; 1437-1445doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12860

Topics: Computer simulation , Data centers , Computational fluid dynamics , Turbulence , Laminar flow , Cooling , Design , Energy dissipation , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer

Impinging Jet Cooled Plate Fin Heat Sinks With Turbulators Enhancement

Ganesh Subbuswamy, Xianchang Li

IMECE 2009; 1447-1455doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12992

Topics: Heat sinks , Fins , Heat transfer , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Jets , Reynolds number , Blades , Density , Electronic components

Review of Reliability of the Cooling Technologies in the Telecommunications Systems

Venkata Naga Poornima Mynampati, Feroz Ahamed Iqbal Mariam, Bharath Krishnan Muralidharan, Dereje Agonafer

IMECE 2009; 1457-1462doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13016

Topics: Cooling , Reliability , Telecommunications

Microengineered Surfaces for Thin Film Evaporation for Enhanced Heat Dissipation

Rong Xiao, Evelyn N. Wang

IMECE 2009; 1463-1467doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13033

Topics: Energy dissipation , Evaporation , Heat , Thin films , Flux (Metallurgy) , Lubrication theory , Thermal management , Capillarity , Columns (Structural) , Film thickness

Thermal Management of Telecommunication Cabinets Using Thermoelectric Coolers

Feroz Ahamed Iqbal Mariam, Veerendra Mulay, Saket Karajgikar, Dereje Agonafer, Mark Hendrix

IMECE 2009; 1469-1475doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13136

Topics: Telecommunications , Thermal management , Thermoelectric coolers , Batteries , Temperature , Air conditioners , Electronics , Heat , Stress , Battery life

Single-Phase Thermal Transport of Nanofluids in a Minichannel

Leyuan Yu, Dong Liu

IMECE 2009; 1477-1485doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13259

Topics: Nanofluids , Heat transfer , Nanoparticles , Convection , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Forced convection , Friction , Heat transfer coefficients

Microfluidics 2009 Forum

Optofluidic Storage

Bernardo Cordovez, David Erickson

IMECE 2009; 1487-1490doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10320

Topics: Storage , Quantum dots , Signals , Data storage systems , Diffraction , Electric fields , Fibers , Flow (Dynamics) , Light sources , Nanocrystals

Fluid Dynamically Driven Assembly in Three Dimensions for Programmable Matter

Michael Kalontarov, Mekala Krishnan, David Erickson

IMECE 2009; 1491-1495doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10321

Topics: Dimensions , Fluids , Manufacturing , Blocks (Building materials) , Computer simulation , Gravity (Force) , Shapes , Simulation results

High Throughput Nanofluidic Architectures for Nanoparticle Separation

Anmiv S. Prabhu, Talukder Zaki Jubery, Kevin Freedman, Rafael Mulero, Prashanta Dutta, Min Jun Kim

IMECE 2009; 1497-1503doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10649

Topics: Architecture , Nanofluidics , Nanoparticles , Separation (Technology) , Density , Particulate matter , Nanopores , Blood , Silicon nitride ceramics

Experimental Demonstration of Localized Flow Control in a Microchannel Using Induced-Charge Electroosmosis

Shahrzad H. Yazdi, Scott M. Davison, Kendra V. Sharp

IMECE 2009; 1505-1510doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11480

Topics: Electroosmosis , Flow control , Microchannels , Flow (Dynamics) , Computer simulation , Particulate matter , Pressure , Columns (Structural) , Design , Electric fields

Molecular Dynamics Study of Temperature Effects on Electrokinetic Transport in Si Nanochannel

Bohumir Jelinek, Sergio D. Felicelli, Paul F. Mlakar, John F. Peters

IMECE 2009; 1511-1515doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11690

Topics: Electrokinetics , Molecular dynamics , Temperature effects , Density , Electric fields , Temperature , Water , Fluid dynamics , Geometry , Ions

Multiphase Flow

Analysis of Flow Instabilities in Two-Phase Natural Circulation

Geping Wu

IMECE 2009; 1517-1522doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10236

Topics: Flow instability , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat flux , Boiling , Pressure drop , Subcooling , Density , Momentum , Nuclear reactors , Pressure

Experimental Research on the Similarity of Annular Flow Models and Correlations for the Condensation of R134a at High Mass Flux Inside Vertical and Horizontal Tubes

Ahmet Selim Dalkilic, Suriyan Laohalertdecha, Somchai Wongwises

IMECE 2009; 1523-1534doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10238

Topics: Condensation , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer coefficients , Cooling , Refrigerants , Temperature , Copper , Flux (Metallurgy) , Heat , Pressure drop

Melt-Water Explosive Interactions: Triggering and Suppression

Stephen M. Zielinski, Anthony A. Sansone, Rusi P. Taleyarkhan

IMECE 2009; 1535-1542doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10258

Topics: Explosives , Water , Explosions , Fluids , Aluminum , Metals , Shock (Mechanics) , Vapors , Heat transfer , Pressure

Asymptotic Generalizations of the Lockhart-Martinelli Method for Two Phase Flows

Y. S. Muzychka, M. M. Awad

IMECE 2009; 1543-1553doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10486

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Modeling , Two-phase flow

Effect of Microgrooved Surface and Surface Orientation on Spray Cooling Heat Transfer

Dong-Fang Chen, Da-Wei Tang, Xue-Gong Hu

IMECE 2009; 1555-1561doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10497

Topics: Cooling , Heat transfer , Sprays , Critical heat flux , Flow (Dynamics) , Boiling , Heat flux , Low temperature , Microscopes , Nozzles

Effects of Tube Diameter, Length and Tube Numbers on Condensation of Steam in Vertical Tube Condenser

Shripad T. Revankar, Gavin Henderson

IMECE 2009; 1563-1572doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10632

Topics: Condensation , Condensers (steam plant) , Steam , Pressure , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer coefficients , Heat , Heat transfer

Experimental Investigation on Onset of Nucleate Boiling in Tube-Bundle Channels

Guangyao Lu, Junsheng Ren, Guisheng Zhao, Wenyuan Xiang, Huaning Ai

IMECE 2009; 1573-1577doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10665

Topics: Nucleate boiling

Investigation on Flow Patterns and Transition Characteristics in a Tube-Bundle Channel

Guangyao Lu, Guisheng Zhao, Junsheng Ren, Wenyuan Xiang, Huaning Ai

IMECE 2009; 1579-1582doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10675

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

Application of Thermal Hydraulic Code SOCRAT/V2 to Top Water Reflood Experiment PARAMETER-SF3

Alexander D. Vasiliev

IMECE 2009; 1583-1593doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10960

Topics: Accidents , Cladding systems (Building) , Coolants , Damage , Design , Emergency core cooling systems , Floods , Flow (Dynamics) , Fuel rods , Fuels

Numerical Simulation of In-Tube Condensation Heat Transfer in the Presence of High Partial Pressure Non-Condensable Gases

Jun Xia Zhang, Li Wang, Ping Wu, Hong Ying Li, Li Ge Tong

IMECE 2009; 1595-1601doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11119

Topics: Computer simulation , Condensation , Gases , Heat transfer , Pressure , Heat , Pipes , Vapors , Design , Heat flux

Condensation Heat Transfer With High Partial Pressure Non Condensable Gas Inside Tube

Jun Xia Zhang, Li Wang, Hong Ying Li, Ping Wu

IMECE 2009; 1603-1610doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11126

Topics: Condensation , Heat transfer , Pressure , Vapors , Temperature , Cooling , Water , Flow (Dynamics) , Vacuum , Condensers (steam plant)

Simulation of Multi-Mode Film Boiling Using Level Set Method

Vinesh H. Gada, Atul Sharma

IMECE 2009; 1611-1620doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11161

Topics: Film boiling , Film thickness , Simulation

Experimental Characterization of Slug Flow Velocity Distribution in Two Phase Pipe Flow

Afshin Goharzadeh, Peter Rodgers

IMECE 2009; 1621-1625doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11201

Topics: Experimental characterization , Pipe flow , Slug flows , Bubbles , Flow (Dynamics) , Liquid films , Particulate matter , Pipes , Refractive index , Transportation systems

Characteristics of Hydro-Dynamically and Thermally Developing Liquid Flow With Micro-Encapsulated Phase Change Material

Rami Sabbah, Jamal Yagoobi, Said Al Hallaj

IMECE 2009; 1627-1635doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11234

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Phase change materials , Thermal boundary layers , Slurries , Fluids , Heat transfer , Heat transfer coefficients , Melting , Particulate matter

Natural Convection With Micro-Encapsulated Phase Change Material

Rami Sabbah, Jamal Yagoobi, Said Al Hallaj

IMECE 2009; 1637-1646doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11238

Topics: Natural convection , Phase change materials , Heat transfer , Particulate matter , Temperature , Cavities , Heat transfer coefficients , Latent heat , Melting , Rayleigh number

Experiments and Modeling of a Liquid Droplet Transported by a Gas Stream Impinging on a Heated Surface: Evaporative Regime

Ryan P. Anderson, Alfonso Ortega

IMECE 2009; 1647-1654doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11245

Topics: Drops , Modeling , Sprays , Heat transfer , Cooling , Heat , Air flow , Convection , Energy dissipation , Evaporation

Numerical Modeling of Pressure Losses Caused by Bends in Pneumatic Conveying Pipeline

Jie Cui

IMECE 2009; 1655-1658doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11676

Topics: Computer simulation , Pipelines , Pressure , Flow (Dynamics) , Energy dissipation , Granular materials , Pressure drop

Computational Studies of EHD-Enhanced Condensation Heat Transfer on a Downward-Facing Horizontal Plate

Payam Sharifi, Asghar Esmaeeli

IMECE 2009; 1659-1665doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11786

Topics: Condensation , Heat transfer , Electric fields , Condensed matter , Computer simulation , Coulombs , Elongation , Fluid dynamics , Leakage , Pinch effect

The Effect of Film Thickness on EHD-Driven Instability of Interface Separating Two Liquids

Payam Sharifi, Asghar Esmaeeli

IMECE 2009; 1667-1672doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11800

Topics: Computer simulation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Film thickness , Fluids , Leakage , Lubrication , Lubrication theory , Navier-Stokes equations , Thin films

Experimental Investigation of Flow and Heat Transfer Characteristics of Latent Functionally Thermal Fluid in Mini-Tube

Jinli Lu, Yingli Hao

IMECE 2009; 1673-1680doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11893

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Phase change materials , Thermofluids

Bubble Injection to Enhance Heat Transfer in Microchannel Heat Sinks

Amy Rachel Betz, Daniel Attinger

IMECE 2009; 1681-1690doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11972

Topics: Bubbles , Heat sinks , Heat transfer , Microchannels , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Cooling , Flux (Metallurgy) , Laminar flow , Pressure drop

Microscale Heat Transfer Measurements of the Lateral Merger During Subcooled Pool Boiling of Pentane

Payam Delgoshaei, Jungho Kim

IMECE 2009; 1691-1700doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12530

Topics: Microscale heat transfer , Pool boiling , Subcooling

Gravity Scaling Parameter for Pool Boiling Heat Transfer

Rishi Raj, Jungho Kim, John McQuillen

IMECE 2009; 1701-1707doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12624

Topics: Gravity (Force) , Heat transfer , Pool boiling , Heat flux , Boiling , Subcooling

Heat Transfer and Hydrodynamics of Subcooled Inverted Annular Flow Film Boiling on a Single Rod Heater

Sonny Yi, Gopinath R. Warrier, Vijay K. Dhir

IMECE 2009; 1709-1718doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12694

Topics: Film boiling , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Hydrodynamics , Subcooling , Fluids , Temperature , Accidents , Boiling , Coolants

Flow Boiling Experiments of R-134A Refrigerant in a Pressurized System

S. M. Sohel Murshed, Keon Vereen, Ranganathan Kumar

IMECE 2009; 1719-1725doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12727

Topics: Boiling , Flow (Dynamics) , Refrigerants , Bubbles , Nucleation (Physics) , Heat flux , Pressure , Resolution (Optics) , Temperature , Temperature measurement

A Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Bubble Nucleation on Solid Surface in Explosive Boiling

Yu Zou, Xiulan Huai

IMECE 2009; 1727-1733doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13153

Topics: Boiling , Bubbles , Explosives , Molecular dynamics simulation , Nucleation (Physics) , Water , Temperature , Atoms , Cavitation , Molecular dynamics methods

Molecular Dynamics Simulation for Homogenous Nucleation of Water and Liquid Nitrogen in Explosive Boiling

Yu Zou, Xiulan Huai

IMECE 2009; 1735-1740doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13154

Topics: Boiling , Explosives , Molecular dynamics simulation , Nitrogen , Nucleation (Physics) , Water , Heating , Lasers , Energy conversion , Heat

Posters

Development of an R245fa for Electronics Cooling System for High Heat Flux Applications

Farhad Saffaraval, Amir Jokar

IMECE 2009; 1741-1747doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12076

Topics: Computer cooling , Heat flux , Heat exchangers , Microchannels , Condensers (steam plant) , Cooling systems , Fluids , Pressure , Pumps , Refrigerants

Numerical Simulation of Natural Convection in a Cavity With Vertically Partial Filled Porous Media

Chuanshan Dai, Yan Chen, Qiang-Yun Ma, Guang-Xun He, Ping-Le Sun

IMECE 2009; 1749-1753doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12381

Topics: Cavities , Computer simulation , Natural convection , Porous materials , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics , Fluids , Heat transfer coefficients , Heating

Thermal Conductivity and Phonon Transport Properties of Silicon Using Perturbation Theory and the Environment-Dependent Interatomic Potential

Jose´ A. Pascual-Gutie´rrez, Jayathi Y. Murthy, Raymond Viskanta

IMECE 2009; 1755-1767doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12934

Topics: Perturbation theory , Phonons , Silicon , Thermal conductivity , Acoustics , Electromagnetic scattering , Fittings , Heat , Isotopes , Mean free path

Symposium on Gas-Liquid and Phase-Change Flows at Macro- and Micro-Scales

Numerical Investigation of a Liquid Droplet Impinging on a Heated Surface

Andres Diaz, Alfonso Ortega, Ryan Anderson

IMECE 2009; 1769-1775doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11387

Topics: Drops , Sprays , Cooling , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Heat transfer , Diluents , Fluid mechanics , Fluids , Heat , Heat transfer coefficients

Dynamics of Evaporation and Cooling of a Water Droplet During the Early Stage of Depressurization

L. Liu, Q. C. Bi, G. X. Wang

IMECE 2009; 1777-1785doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12154

Topics: Cooling , Drops , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Evaporation , Water

Bubble Dynamics Under Forced Oscillation in Microgravity Environment

Mohammad Movassat, Nasser Ashgriz, Markus Bussmann

IMECE 2009; 1787-1793doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12616

Topics: Bubbles , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Oscillations , Reduced gravity environments , Shapes , Vibration , Deformation , Buoyancy , Computer simulation , Density

Co-Current Stratified Gas-Liquid Flow in a Horizontal Pipe With Discharging Branches

Robert Bowden, Wael F. Saleh, Ibrahim Hassan

IMECE 2009; 1795-1802doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12823

Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Pipes , Fluids , Water

Symposium on Recent Developments in Multi-Phase Flow

Scaled Experiments Evaluating Pulse Jet Mixing of Slurries

Judith Ann Bamberger, Perry A. Meyer, Carl W. Enderlin, James A. Fort, Beric E. Wells, Michael J. Minette, Carolyn A. Burns, Ellen B. K. Baer, David E. Eakin, Monte R. Elmore, Sandra F. Snyder

IMECE 2009; 1803-1818doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12264

Topics: Pulsejets , Slurries , Solids , Jets , Flow (Dynamics) , Shapes , Design , Particulate matter , Testing , Vessels

A Fuel-Spray Simulation Considering Fuel-Jet Breakup Near Fuel Injector and Composition of Air/Fuel Mixture

Eiji Ishii, Yoshihito Yasukawa, Yoshihiro Sukegawa, Hiroshi Yamada

IMECE 2009; 1819-1825doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12380

Topics: Fuel injectors , Fuels , Simulation , Sprays , Liquid films , Ejectors , Automotive engines , Drops , Collisions (Physics) , Particulate matter

Characterization of Vapor Escape Restriction in Biporous Wicks With Monolayers for Thermal Ground Plane Optimization

Sean W. Reilly, Ivan Catton

IMECE 2009; 1827-1833doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12618

Topics: Optimization , Vapors , Copper , Temperature , Heat pipes , Particulate matter , Flux (Metallurgy) , Wall temperature , Boiling , Computer software

Particle Dispersion and Deposition in a Curved Duct

C. M. Winkler, S. P. Vanka

IMECE 2009; 1835-1843doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12970

Topics: Ducts , Particulate matter , Vortices , Collisions (Physics) , Computer simulation , Exterior walls , Flow (Dynamics) , Friction , Reynolds number , Steady state

Theory and Fundamental Research

Absolute Metastable Limit of Liquids and Gas-Liquid Solutions

Ho-Young Kwak, Hyo-Won Kim, Ilgon Ko

IMECE 2009; 1845-1852doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10046

Topics: Bubbles , Nucleation (Physics) , Stability , Tensile strength , Water

Experimental Research on the Comparison of LDA and PIV Measuring Systems for the Determination of the Air Velocity Inside a Square Channel

Ahmet Selim Dalkılıc¸, Nuri Alpay Ku¨rekci, S¸evket O¨zgu¨r Atayılmaz

IMECE 2009; 1853-1866doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10295

Topics: Compressors , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Instrumentation , Laser Doppler anemometry , Lasers , Paraffin wax , Particulate matter , Temperature

Simple Models for Laminar Thermally Developing Slug Flow in Non-Circular Ducts and Channels

Y. S. Muzychka, Edmond Walsh, Pat Walsh

IMECE 2009; 1867-1878doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10484

Topics: Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer coefficients , Laminar flow , Porous materials , Slug flows

Heat Transfer Characteristics of Swirling Impinging Jets

Karl J. Brown, Darina B. Murray, Tim Persoons, Tadhg S. O’Donovan

IMECE 2009; 1879-1889doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11179

Topics: Heat transfer , Jets , Swirling flow , Design , Reynolds number , Cooling , Heat , Imaging , Impingement cooling , Mass transfer

Natural Convection From Isothermal Horizontal Cylinders

Ian M. O. Gorman, Darina B. Murray, Gerard Byrne, Tim Persoons

IMECE 2009; 1891-1897doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11213