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Thermodynamics
Nianben Zheng, Kang Zhang, Qiang Chen, Zhiqiang Sun
Summary: Novel self-join winglet vortex generators were proposed for enhanced heat transfer of turbulent airflow in round tubes, generating longitudinal swirl flows to improve air mixing and reduce thermal field interactions. Experimental tests showed high capability in enhancing heat transfer, albeit with accompanying pressure loss. By adjusting the winglets' included angle and height ratio, thermal performance can be optimized.
INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS IN HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Hao Fu, Haiou Sun, Lianfeng Yang, Lanyi Yan, Yigang Luan, Franco Magagnato
Summary: This paper investigates the effects of the Longitudinal Vortex Generators (LVGs) configuration and channel height on flow and heat transfer in minichannels. The results show that the LVGs configuration and channel height primarily affect the main vortex behavior downstream of the LVGs, while having little effect on the vortex structure near the LVGs. The Mixed configuration at H = 1 mm and the CFU1 configuration at H = 2 mm demonstrate better heat transfer enhancement performance.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Zhiqi Zhao, Lei Luo, Xun Zhou, Songtao Wang, Zhongqi Wang, Bengt Sunden
Summary: This study proposes a new method to enhance endwall heat transfer in a sharp turn channel by placing longitudinal vortex generators on the inner side of the wall. The optimal design significantly improves the local Nusselt number and thermal performance factor.
INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS IN HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2022)
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Thermodynamics
Siddharth Koushik Mohanakrishnan, Yang Yang, David S-K Ting, Steve Ray
Summary: This study investigates how the convective cooling of a solar photovoltaic panel can be improved by manipulating the transverse spacing of a winglet pair. Experimental results show that the maximum heat transfer enhancement is achieved when the transverse spacing is two winglet heights.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
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Thermodynamics
Pongjet Promvonge, Sompol Skullong
Summary: The article experimentally studied the improved thermal-hydraulic performance in a constant heat-fluxed tube inserted with V-winglet-attached twin counter-twisted tapes. Results showed that the V-winglet-attached twin counter-twisted tapes considerably increased friction loss and Nusselt number, indicating good thermal-hydraulic performance.
CASE STUDIES IN THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Mehmet Dogan, Sait Erzincan
Summary: This study experimentally investigated the thermal performance of a novel vortex generator that can generate longitudinal vortices in a common flow-down pattern with Reynolds numbers in the range of 5000-25,000. The results showed that the best thermal enhancement was achieved with a transverse pitch ratio of 0.12 and a longitudinal pitch ratio of 1.5. Furthermore, the inline arrangement of the vortex generators was found to be more efficient than the staggered arrangement in terms of thermal performance.
INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS IN HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Mehmet Dogan, Atila Abir Igci
Summary: Vortex generators (VGs) play a crucial role in enhancing heat transfer. An experimental comparison between a novel type of vortex generator (NTVG) producing longitudinal vortex (LV) and delta winglet pair (DWP) showed that the NTVG achieved higher thermal enhancement, indicating its effectiveness in improving heat transfer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Seyed Mahdi Ekrani, Shayan Ganjehzadeh, Javad Abolfazli Esfahani
Summary: The present study improves the thermal-hydraulic performance of a circular tube equipped with a delta winglet vortex generator by using a numerical model, investigating two additional parameters, and developing a support vector regression (SVR) for prediction and optimization. The presence of delta winglets disrupts the boundary layer and creates swirling flow, leading to enhanced heat transfer but also increased pressure drop. The addition of SiO2 as a nanofluid further enhances heat transfer. The results of this study provide insights into the best arrangement of delta winglets for a tubular heat exchanger.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERMAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Zhiqi Zhao, Lei Luo, Dandan Qiu, Xun Zhou, Zhongqi Wang, Bengt Sunden
Summary: This study demonstrates the measures of enhancing internal endwall heat transfer in turning channels of heat exchange systems using arrays of delta-winglet and conical vortex generators. The experimental results show that longitudinal vortex generators are more effective in increasing heat transfer compared to transverse conical vortex generators, while the latter improves the uniformity of endwall heat transfer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERMAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Pongjet Promvonge, Pitak Promthaisong, Sompol Skullong
Summary: The article investigates the effect of insertion of louvered V-winglet (LVW) vortex generators on convection heat transfer and pressure loss in a tubular heat exchanger. The experimental result shows that among the LVWs, the case of R-P=0.5, theta=10 degrees provides the largest friction factor and Nusselt number.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Hefang Deng, Jinfang Teng, Mingmin Zhu, Xiaoqing Qiang, Shaopeng Lu, Yuting Jiang
Summary: Numerical simulation shows that using winglet pair vortex generators can enhance film cooling effectiveness, resulting in significantly increased cooling efficiency.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Zhenzhou Li, Zhenfei Feng, Qingyuan Zhang, Jianyang Zhou, Jinxin Zhang, Fangwen Guo
Summary: This study proposes a multi-objective optimization method for designing microchannels with double delta-winglet vortex generators to achieve the best hydrothermal performance under high heat flux. Grey relational analysis, neural networks, and Non-dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm (NSGA-II) are employed in the optimization process. The optimal design point obtained by NSGA-II significantly improves the hydrothermal performance, with a 128.1% increase in Nu, a 72.0% increase in f, and a performance evaluation criterion (PEC) of 1.89. The results demonstrate the potential of double delta-winglet vortex generators in enhancing overall thermal performance in high heat flux applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERMAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Pongjet Promvonge, Sompol Skullong
Summary: This study investigates the thermohydraulic performance, flow friction, and entropy generation analysis of a heated tube with louvered winglet tape inserts. The results show that different louver angles and pitch ratios have a significant impact on heat transfer rates and friction losses. Decreasing Reynolds number, pitch ratio, and louver angle can reduce entropy generation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERMAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Siyao Zheng, Zhenfei Feng, Qingyu Lin, Zhenjun Hu, Yongqi Lan, Fangwen Guo, Kui Huang, Fan Yu
Summary: The effects of trapezoidal cross-section longitudinal vortex generator (LVG) on the thermal-hydraulic characteristics of mini-channel heat sink (MCHS) were investigated. It was found that trapezoidal cross-section LVG generally provides better heat dissipation performance, and trapezoidal cross-section LVG with a > b generally performs better in comprehensive performance.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Soheil Asaadi, Hamid Abdi
Summary: The heat transfer enhancement in plate-fin heat exchangers using vortex generators with different nanoparticle volume fractions was numerically simulated. Results showed that using nanofluid can increase heat transfer coefficient by 20% and pressure drop by 18% compared to pure water. Among the vortex generator types, MDWP2 exhibited the highest heat transfer performance but also led to the highest pressure drop in the studied range of Reynolds number.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL ANALYSIS AND CALORIMETRY
(2021)
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Sompol Skullong, Pitak Promthaisong, Pongjet Promvonge, Chinaruk Thianpong, Monsak Pimsarn
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Thermodynamics
Pongjet Promvonge, Sompol Skullong
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(2019)
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Pongjet Promvonge, Pattarapan Tongyote, Sompol Skullong
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(2019)
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Engineering, Chemical
Pongjet Promvonge, Sompol Skullong
CHINESE JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2020)
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Thermodynamics
Pongjet Promvonge, Sompol Skullong
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2019)
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Thermodynamics
Pongjet Promvonge, Sompol Skullong
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2020)
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Thermodynamics
Pongjet Promvonge, Pitak Promthaisong, Sompol Skullong
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2020)
Article
Thermodynamics
Pongjet Promvonge, Sompol Skullong
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERMAL SCIENCES
(2020)
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Thermodynamics
Teerapat Chompookham, Witoon Chingtuaythong, Suriya Chokphoemphun
Summary: The experimental study involved the insertion of a novel wire coil turbulator, referred to as serrated wire coil (SWC), into a tube heat exchanger to enhance heat transfer performance. Results showed significant improvement in heat transfer efficiency with SWC inserts, supported by developed empirical correlations with acceptable error margins.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERMAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Nuthvipa Jayranaiwachira, Pongjet Promvonge, Chinaruk Thianpong, Sompol Skullong
Summary: This article presents an experimental study on entropy generation analysis and thermohydraulic performance of a uniform heat-flux tube equipped with louvered corner-curved baffle tape (LCBT). The impacts of various parameters on the thermal enhancement factor, Nusselt number, friction factor, and total entropy generation were examined. The results indicate that the LCBT with smaller pitch ratios and angles performs better in terms of thermal performance, especially at higher Reynolds numbers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2023)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Amorn Donmuang, Teerapat Chompookham
Summary: The study investigated the effect of various parameters on the heat transfer rates of HOHP and established a correlation equation for heat flux prediction. The results of the experiment can be applied in the designing and construction of HOHP heat exchangers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RENEWABLE ENERGY DEVELOPMENT-IJRED
(2021)
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Thermodynamics
Teerapat Chompookham, Surachet Sichamnan, Nipon Bhuwakietkumjohn, Thanya Parametthanuwat
ARCHIVES OF THERMODYNAMICS
(2020)
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Thermodynamics
Suriya Chokphoemphun, Smith Eiamsa-ard, Pongjet Promvonge, Varesa Chuwattanakul
CASE STUDIES IN THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2019)
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Mechanical
C. Khanoknaiyakarn, S. Sripattanapipat, P. Promvonge, S. Skullong
9TH THAI SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS, INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (TSME-ICOME 2018)
(2019)
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Mechanical
P. Tongyote, S. Sripattanapipat, P. Promvonge
9TH THAI SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS, INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (TSME-ICOME 2018)
(2019)
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Thermodynamics
Pengcheng Zhao, Jingang Wang, Liming Sun, Yun Li, Haiting Xia, Wei He
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ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
V. Baiju, P. Abhishek, S. Harikrishnan
Summary: Thermally driven adsorption desalination systems (ADS) have gained attention as an eco-friendly solution for water scarcity. However, they face challenges related to low water productivity and scalability. To overcome these challenges, integrating ADS with other desalination technologies can create a small-scale hybrid system. This study proposes integrating ADS with a Thermo Electric Dehumidification (TED) unit to enhance its performance.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
C. X. He, Y. H. Liu, X. Y. Huang, S. B. Wan, Q. Chen, J. Sun, T. S. Zhao
Summary: A decentralized centroid multi-path RC network model is constructed to improve the temperature prediction accuracy compared to traditional RC models. By incorporating multiple heat flow paths and decentralizing thermal capacity, a more accurate prediction is achieved.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Chaoying Li, Meng Wang, Nana Li, Di Gu, Chao Yan, Dandan Yuan, Hong Jiang, Baohui Wang, Xirui Wang
Summary: There is an urgent need to shift away from heavy dependence on fossil fuels and embrace renewable energy sources, particularly in the energy-intensive oil refining process. This study presents an innovative concept called the Solar Oil Refinery, which applies solar energy in oil refining. A solar multi-energies-driven hybrid chemical oil refining system that utilizes solar pyrolysis and electrolysis has been developed, significantly improving solar utilization efficiency, cracking rate, and hydrogen yield.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Chao Ma, Guanghui Wang, Dingbiao Wang, Xu Peng, Yushen Yang, Xinxin Liu, Chongrui Yang, Jiaheng Chen
Summary: This study proposes a bio-inspired fish-tail wind rotor to improve the wind power efficiency of the traditional Savonius rotor. Through transient simulations and orthogonal experiments, the key factors affecting the performance are identified. A response surface model is constructed to optimize the power coefficient, resulting in an improvement of 9.4% and 6.6% compared to the Savonius rotor.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Sina Bahmanziari, Abbas-Ali Zamani
Summary: This paper proposes a new framework for improving electrical energy harvesting from piezoelectric smart tiles through a combination of magnetic plucking, mechanical impact, and mechanical vibration force mechanisms. Experimental results demonstrate a significant increase in energy yield and average energy harvesting time compared to other mechanisms.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Nanjiang Dong, Tao Zhang, Rui Wang
Summary: This study establishes a multiobjective mixed-variable configuration optimization model for a comprehensive combined cooling, heating, and power energy system, and proposes an efficient generating operator to optimize this model. The experimental results show that the proposed algorithm performs better than other state-of-the-art algorithms.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Ahmed E. Mansy, Eman A. El Desouky, Tarek H. Taha, M. A. Abu-Saied, Hamada El-Gendi, Ranya A. Amer, Zhen-Yu Tian
Summary: This study aims to convert office paper waste into bioethanol through a sustainable pathway. The results show that physiochemical and enzymatic hydrolysis of the waste can yield a high glucose concentration. The optimal conditions were determined using the Box-Behnken design, and a blended membrane was used for ethanol purification.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Sven Klute, Marcus Budt, Mathias van Beek, Christian Doetsch
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ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Le Zhang, To-Hung Tsui, Yen Wah Tong, Pruk Aggarangsi, Ronghou Liu
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ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Bo Chen, Ruiqing Ma, Yang Zhou, Rui Ma, Wentao Jiang, Fan Yang
Summary: This paper presents an advanced energy management strategy for fuel cell hybrid electric heavy-duty vehicles, focusing on speed planning and energy allocation. By utilizing predictive co-optimization control, this strategy ensures safe inter-vehicle distance and minimizes energy demand. Simulation results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method in reducing fuel cell degradation cost and overall operation cost.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Fabio Fatigati, Roberto Cipollone
Summary: Organic Rankine Cycle-based microcogeneration systems that use solar sources to generate electricity and hot water can help reduce CO2 emissions in residential energy-intensive sectors. The adoption of a recuperative heat exchanger in these systems improves efficiency, reduces thermal power requirements, and saves on electricity costs.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Lipeng He, Renwen Liu, Xuejin Liu, Xiaotian Zheng, Limin Zhang, Jieqiong Lin
Summary: This research proposes a piezoelectric-electromagnetic hybrid energy harvester (PEHEH) for low-frequency wave motion and self-sensing wave environment monitoring. The PEHEH shows promising power output and the ability to self-power and self-sense the wave environment.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Shangling Chu, Yang Liu, Zipeng Xu, Heng Zhang, Haiping Chen, Dan Gao
Summary: This paper studies a distributed energy system integrated with solar and natural gas, analyzes the impact of different parameters on its energy utilization and emissions reduction, and obtains the optimal solution through an optimization algorithm. The results show that compared to traditional separation production systems, this integrated system achieves higher energy utilization and greater reduction in carbon emissions.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Thermodynamics
Qingpu Li, Yaqi Ding, Guangming Chen, Yongmei Xuan, Neng Gao, Nian Li, Xinyue Hao
Summary: This paper proposes and studies a piston-type thermally-driven pump with a structure similar to a linear compressor, aiming to eliminate the high-quality energy consumption of existing pumps and replace mechanical pumps. The coupling mechanism of working fluid flow and element dimension is analyzed based on force analysis, and experimental data analysis is used to determine the pump operation stroke. Theoretical simulation is conducted to analyze the correlation mechanism of the piston assembly. The research shows that the thermally-driven pump can greatly reduce power consumption and has potential for industrial applications.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2024)