Nanotechnology Revolutionizing Heat Transfer: A Review of Nanofluid Research and Applications

Nanofluids are a mixture of nanosized particles dispersed in a fluid that has gathered significant interest due to their ability to enhance thermal conduction and heat transfer processes. This comprehensive review delves into formulation methodologies, thermal and physical characteristics, and the a...

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Main Authors: Kulandaivel, Sridhar, Samykano, Mahendran, Ngui, Wai Keng, Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik, Reji Kumar, R., A. G. N., Sofiah, Kalidasan, B.
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Published: Malaysian Institute of Chemistry 2024
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author Kulandaivel, Sridhar
Samykano, Mahendran
Ngui, Wai Keng
Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik
Reji Kumar, R.
A. G. N., Sofiah
Kalidasan, B.
author_facet Kulandaivel, Sridhar
Samykano, Mahendran
Ngui, Wai Keng
Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik
Reji Kumar, R.
A. G. N., Sofiah
Kalidasan, B.
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description Nanofluids are a mixture of nanosized particles dispersed in a fluid that has gathered significant interest due to their ability to enhance thermal conduction and heat transfer processes. This comprehensive review delves into formulation methodologies, thermal and physical characteristics, and the applications of nanosuspensions in heat transfer. Various techniques are used to prepare heat transfer nanofluids with uniform dispersion and stable suspension. Common methods include mechanical stirring, sonication, chemical synthesis, and surface modification. These methods are influenced by nanomaterials' dimension, structure, and surface properties, ultimately shaping nanofluids' thermophysical characteristics. Thermophysical properties like thermal conductivity, viscosity, and heat capacity are notably improved in nanofluids compared to base fluids. However, increasing nanoparticle concentration increases the fluid viscosity, requiring careful consideration for practical applications. Heat transfer nanofluids find applications across various industries, including thermal management systems, heat exchangers, electronics cooling, and renewable energy systems. They improve the performance and efficiency of heat transfer equipment, enhance thermal conductivity in electronics cooling, and optimize energy harvesting processes in solar collectors. In conclusion, heat transfer nanofluids present promising opportunities to improve thermal conductivity and heat transfer efficiency in diverse applications. Continued research and development in formulation methods, understanding of thermophysical properties, and exploring new applications are crucial for fully realizing the potential of heat transfer nanofluids in various engineering fields.
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spelling ump-417212024-06-29T09:24:24Z http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/41721/ Nanotechnology Revolutionizing Heat Transfer: A Review of Nanofluid Research and Applications Kulandaivel, Sridhar Samykano, Mahendran Ngui, Wai Keng Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik Reji Kumar, R. A. G. N., Sofiah Kalidasan, B. TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery Nanofluids are a mixture of nanosized particles dispersed in a fluid that has gathered significant interest due to their ability to enhance thermal conduction and heat transfer processes. This comprehensive review delves into formulation methodologies, thermal and physical characteristics, and the applications of nanosuspensions in heat transfer. Various techniques are used to prepare heat transfer nanofluids with uniform dispersion and stable suspension. Common methods include mechanical stirring, sonication, chemical synthesis, and surface modification. These methods are influenced by nanomaterials' dimension, structure, and surface properties, ultimately shaping nanofluids' thermophysical characteristics. Thermophysical properties like thermal conductivity, viscosity, and heat capacity are notably improved in nanofluids compared to base fluids. However, increasing nanoparticle concentration increases the fluid viscosity, requiring careful consideration for practical applications. Heat transfer nanofluids find applications across various industries, including thermal management systems, heat exchangers, electronics cooling, and renewable energy systems. They improve the performance and efficiency of heat transfer equipment, enhance thermal conductivity in electronics cooling, and optimize energy harvesting processes in solar collectors. In conclusion, heat transfer nanofluids present promising opportunities to improve thermal conductivity and heat transfer efficiency in diverse applications. Continued research and development in formulation methods, understanding of thermophysical properties, and exploring new applications are crucial for fully realizing the potential of heat transfer nanofluids in various engineering fields. Malaysian Institute of Chemistry 2024 Article PeerReviewed pdf en http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/41721/1/MJC.pdf Kulandaivel, Sridhar and Samykano, Mahendran and Ngui, Wai Keng and Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik and Reji Kumar, R. and A. G. N., Sofiah and Kalidasan, B. (2024) Nanotechnology Revolutionizing Heat Transfer: A Review of Nanofluid Research and Applications. Malaysian Journal of Chemistry, 26 (3). pp. 192-210. ISSN 2550-1658. (Published) https://ikm.org.my/publications/malaysian-journal-of-chemistry/view-abstract.php?abs=J0050-263faba
spellingShingle TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
Kulandaivel, Sridhar
Samykano, Mahendran
Ngui, Wai Keng
Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik
Reji Kumar, R.
A. G. N., Sofiah
Kalidasan, B.
Nanotechnology Revolutionizing Heat Transfer: A Review of Nanofluid Research and Applications
title Nanotechnology Revolutionizing Heat Transfer: A Review of Nanofluid Research and Applications
title_full Nanotechnology Revolutionizing Heat Transfer: A Review of Nanofluid Research and Applications
title_fullStr Nanotechnology Revolutionizing Heat Transfer: A Review of Nanofluid Research and Applications
title_full_unstemmed Nanotechnology Revolutionizing Heat Transfer: A Review of Nanofluid Research and Applications
title_short Nanotechnology Revolutionizing Heat Transfer: A Review of Nanofluid Research and Applications
title_sort nanotechnology revolutionizing heat transfer: a review of nanofluid research and applications
topic TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
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