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Optimisation of E-Shell Heat Exchanger Using Multi-objective Evolutionary Algorithm NSGA-II
The wide applications of shell and tube heat exchanger in several industries are forced to decrease the capital and operational cost of it. In this... -
Development of almond shell powder and palm kernel fibre–reinforced cardanol oil toughened epoxy resin hybrid composites: mechanical, wear, and antimicrobial properties
The aim of this research was to prepare and characterise hybrid composites made with almond shell powder (ASP), palm kernel fibre and cardanol oil as...
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Modeling and Optimization of the Performance Parameters of a Single Pass Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger—An Approach Using Response Surface Methodology
The objective of this research work is to obtain optimum values of the parameters, namely mass flow rate of hot and cold fluids, hot fluid inlet... -
Effects of Shell Aspect Ratio and Combustion Chamber Location on Thermal–Hydraulic Performance of Hot-Water Steel Boilers Under Steady-State Operation
In the present research, a simplified two-dimensional hot-water steel boiler was studied numerically by means of the finite volume approach. Effects...
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Norton-Hoff model for deformation of growing solid shell of thin slab casting in funnel-shape mold
A funnel-type mold is commonly used to provide necessary clearance for the submerged entry nozzle in the thin slab casting (TSC). The partially...
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Parametric optimization of heat transfer characteristics for helical coils
In this study, helically coiled tubes are used in a shell, and the effects of tube diameter, coil diameter, Reynolds number, Dean number and flow...
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The Oudierin Drainage Archaeological Project: New Perspectives on the Saloum Delta Shell Middens (Senegal)
Archaeological research on the Saloum Delta (Senegal) shell middens has had relative highs and lows since the first half of the twentieth century,...
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Pressure-induced reversal of Peierls-like distortions elicits the polyamorphic transition in GeTe and GeSe
While polymorphism is prevalent in crystalline solids, polyamorphism draws increasing interest in various types of amorphous solids. Recent studies...
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A Coupled Rock-Pipe Hydraulic Model for Predicting Groundwater Pressure on Tunnel Linings with Embedded Drainage Networks
In order to predict groundwater pressure on tunnel linings with embedded drainage networks, as needed in the design of tunnels under high water...
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Thermo-Hydraulic Evaluation of Isothermally Heated Bluff Bodies with Different Shapes
The present research aims to determine the single-phase heat transfer and pressure drop across the heating tube (bluff body) of different... -
NiCo2S4 nanosheet/Co9S8 hollow nanoparticle derived from MOF hierarchical core/shell electrode material for supercapacitor applications
Hierarchically engineered three-dimensional (3D) nanostructures are interesting materials for supercapacitors application due to their excellent...
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Pressure Effect on the Thermal Runaway Behaviors of Lithium-Ion Battery in Confined Space
As an advanced energy storage medium, lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are being used in aircraft and other aviation fields owing their unique...
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Three-dimensional pressure field measurement on turbine guide vanes using a dynamic distortion correction endoscopic pressure-sensitive paint technique
Pressure-sensitive paint (PSP) measurement for turbine blades and vanes is often limited by the optical window and occlusion of the complex blade...
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Key technology of gob-side entry retained by roof cutting without coal pillar for hard main roof: A typical case study
This study results from the authors’ long-term efforts to develop key technology of gob-side entry retained by roof cutting under hard main roof....
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Wireless theranostic smart contact lens for monitoring and control of intraocular pressure in glaucoma
Glaucoma is one of the irreversible ocular diseases that can cause vision loss in some serious cases. Although Triggerfish has been commercialized...
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Thermohydraulic Test of a Model of a High-Pressure Mixing Heater
AbstractThe thermal cycle of the secondary circuit at an NPP with a BREST-OD-300 reactor includes a mixing feed water heater (MFWH) to heat the...
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Entropy, Exergy and Entransy Analyses on Fabricated Shell and Spiral Tube Heat Exchanger
In this exploratory attempt, shell-spiral tube heat exchanger is constructed. Entropy, exergy and entransy concepts are applied to examine the...
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A Numerical Study on Oil Pressure Rise Caused by Arcing Faults Inside a Converter Transformer
Oil pressure rise caused by internal faults in converter transformers and the possible resulting tank rupture have long been a serious concern for... -
Testing Explosive Materials for Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact by the Shell Fracture Method
AbstractThis paper describes an approximate theoretical analysis of a new method for testing explosive materials for sensitivity to mechanical...
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Improving ethanol tolerance of ethyl carbamate hydrolase by diphasic high pressure molecular dynamic simulations
Ethyl carbamate (EC) is mainly found in fermented foods and fermented alcoholic beverages, which could cause carcinogenic potential to humans....