Emerging Trends in Energy Conversion and Thermo-Fluid Systems: Select Proceedings of iCONECTS 2021 (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)

✍ Scribed by Dilip Sharma (editor), Somnath Roy (editor)

• Publisher: Springer
• Year: 2022
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 278
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

This book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Energy Conversion and Thermo-fluid Systems (i-CONECTS 2021). It covers the latest trends in the areas of energy conversion and thermofluid systems. The topics covered include enhanced heat transfer, multi-phase flows, power generation technologies, fluid-structure interaction, alternative fuels, micro- and-nano-scale heat and mass transfer, energy, emissions control technologies, etc. The book will be a valuable reference for the researchers and professionals interested in the energy conversion technologies and allied fields.

✦ Table of Contents

Preface
Contents
About the Editors
Power Generation Techniques
Energy Harvesting Through a Low-Cost Device Using Reverse Electrowetting on Dielectric (REWOD)
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review and Objective
3 Materials and Methods
3.1 Electrochemical Deposition of ZnO Nanoarrays
3.2 Spin Coating of PTFE
3.3 Breakdown Voltage, Capacitance, and Contact Angle
4 Results and Discussion
5 Conclusions
References
Biomass Steam Gasification for Bio-hydrogen Production via Co2 Capture
1 Introduction
2 Application of H2 Enriched Syngas
3 Steam Gasification Mechanism
4 Calcium Oxide as CO2 Sorbent
5 Calcium Looping
6 Catalytic Activity of CaO
7 Conclusion
References
Numerically Analysis of Wave Force on a Moving Thin Plate in the Surging Direction
1 Introduction
2 Numerical Model
2.1 Governing Equations
3 Geometry of Damping
4 Validation Study
5 Result and Discussion
6 Conclusions
References
Impact of Soiling on the Performance of Monocrystalline-Si Photovoltaic Modules Under Different Climatic Conditions in East-Central India
1 Introduction
2 Experimental Methods
3 Results and Discussion
4 Conclusions
References
Design, Installation, and Performance of a Small Solar Thermal Power Station for Rural Energy Support
1 Introduction
2 Methodology and System Installation
2.1 Site Selection
2.2 System Layout
3 Results and Discussion
4 Conclusion
References
Enhanced Heat Transfer
Integration of Perforations in Conventional Heat Sinks for Augmented Heat Dissipation
1 Introduction
2 Computational Modeling
2.1 Computational Domain and Boundary Conditions
2.2 Heat Sink Dimensions
2.3 Model Validation
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 Change in Hydraulic Performance
3.2 Change in Thermal Performance
3.3 Change in System Performance
4 Conclusion
References
Design of Green Building Using Geothermal Cooling Techniques
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review and Objective
3 Methodology
3.1 Geothermal Cooling System
3.2 Analytical Method
3.3 Experimental Method
4 Results and Discussion
5 Conclusion
References
Three-Dimensional Numerical Simulation of Free Convection Over Parallel Fins Heat Sink
1 Introduction
2 Mathematical Model
2.1 Heat Sink Model
2.2 Governing Equations
2.3 Materials
2.4 Boundary Conditions and Grid Independency
2.5 Model Validation
3 Results and Discussions
3.1 Effect of Heat Input
3.2 Effect of Addition of Pin Fin
4 Conclusions
References
Design of a New Curve-Shaped Fin and Natural Convection Analysis Using CFD
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review and Objective
3 Computational Domain and Methods
3.1 Problem Statement
3.2 Governing Equations
3.3 Domain Definition and Boundary Conditions
3.4 Numerical Solver Setup
3.5 Grid Independence Test
3.6 Model Validation
4 Results and Discussion
4.1 Temperature Distribution and Flow Pattern
4.2 Effect of the Novel Fin Shape on Thermal Performance
5 Conclusion
References
Electronic Heat Dissipation and Thermal Management by Finned Heat Sinks
1 Introduction
2 Performance Parameters
2.1 Thermal Performance
2.2 Hydraulic Performance
3 Effect of Critical Parameters on Performance Parameters
3.1 Perforation
3.2 Fin Shape
3.3 Splitter
3.4 Lattice Structure
4 Conclusions
References
An Experimental Study of Rewetting on a Horizontal Tube with a Constant Heat Flux
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review and Objective
3 Material and Methods
3.1 Measurement of Spray Mass Distribution
3.2 Surface Heat Flux Calculation
4 Results and Discussion
4.1 Visual Observation
4.2 Estimation of Rewetting Velocity Using the Cooling Curves
4.3 The Impact of Nozzle Air Pressure on Transient Surface Heat Flux
5 Conclusions
References
Energy and Efficiency
Effect of Varying Flowrate of Oxy-hydrogen (HHO) Gas Addition on Combustion and Emission Characteristics of Early Direct Injection Homogenous Charge Compression Ignition Engine
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review and the Objective
3 Experimental Setup and Methodology
4 Results and Discussion
5 Conclusions
References
Effect of D–DEE–E Blend and Various Operating Parameters on CI Engine Performance: An Experimental Study
1 Introduction
2 Experimental Setup and Methodology
2.1 Preparation of Fuel Blend
2.2 Engine Set up
2.3 Test Conditions and Procedure
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 D–DEE–E Blend Performance and Emissions Characteristics
4 Conclusions
References
Three-Dimensional Computational Investigation of Novel Pin Fin Heat Sinks
1 Introduction
2 Mathematical Model
2.1 Heat Sink Model and Fluid Domain
2.2 Governing Equations
2.3 Materials
2.4 Boundary Conditions and Grid Independency Test
2.5 Model Validation
3 Results and Discussions
3.1 All Aluminum Heat Sink
3.2 Composite Heat Sink with Copper Core
3.3 Composite Heat Sink with Fins Dispersed in Alternate Rows
4 Conclusions
References
Studies on the Performance and Emission Characteristics of a Diesel Engine Fueled with Honge Pyrolysis Oil Blends
1 Introduction
2 Materials and Methods
2.1 Pyrolysis Reactor
2.2 Experimental Setup
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 Performance Characteristics
3.2 Emission Characteristics
4 Conclusions
References
Designs of Building Envelopes with Improved Energy Efficiency
1 Introduction
2 Evaluation of Brick Performance
3 State of the Art on Building Blocks
3.1 Hollow Building Blocks
3.2 Bio-aggregate Based Building Blocks
3.3 Industrial and Municipal Waste-Based Building Blocks
4 Conclusions
References
Thermal Studies on Effects of Use of Desiccant Cooling in Cold Storage by Using CFD Analysis
1 Introduction
2 Materials and Modeling
2.1 Physical Model
2.2 Materials
2.3 Mathematical Model
2.4 Meshing
2.5 Boundary Condition
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 Result Validations
3.2 Variation of Relative Humidity
3.3 Variation of Temperature
4 Conclusions
References
Miscellaneous
Comparative Study of Wind Loads on Tall Buildings of Different Shapes
1 Introduction
2 Numerical Modelling
2.1 Model and Boundary Conditions
2.2 Meshing
3 Result and Discussion
3.1 The Profile of Velocity and Turbulence Intensity
3.2 Pressure Contours
3.3 Velocity Streamlines
3.4 Vertical Centre Line Pressure Coefficient
4 Conclusion
References
Experimental Studies on the Effect of Liquid Flow Rate on Pressure Drop in Rotating Packed Bed (RPB)
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review and Objectives
3 Experimental Setup
4 Result and Discussion
5 Conclusions
References
Energy Analysis of Low GWP Refrigerant Replacement to HFC 410A in Split Air Conditioner
1 Introduction
2 Characteristic of R32, R447A, R447B, R452B and R454B
3 The Parameters and Method of Analysis
4 Result and Discussion
4.1 Electrical Energy Consumption Against Different Condensing Temperature
4.2 Variation in COP Against Different Condensing Temperature
4.3 Cooling Capacity of Different Refrigerants Against Condensing Temperature
4.4 Mass Flow Rate of Refrigerant Required Against Different Condensing Temperature
4.5 Compressor Displacement Against Different Condensing Temperature
4.6 Compressor Discharge Temperature Against Different Condensing Temperature
4.7 Pressure Ratio Against Different Condensing Temperature
5 Conclusion
References
Integration of Nanofluids in Microchannel Heat Sinks for Heat Transfer Enhancement
1 Introduction
1.1 Background
1.2 Nanofluids
2 Thermal and Hydraulic Performance of Nanofluid-Based Heat sinks
3 Effect of Using Different Shape on the Overall Performance of Microchannel Heat Sink
3.1 Effect of Different Design and Configuration of Heat Sinks
3.2 Effect of Nanofluids
3.3 Effect of Using Porous Structure
4 Conclusion
References
Vortex-Induced Vibrations for Energy Harvesting: A Review
1 Introduction
1.1 Ocean Energy
1.2 Vortex-Induced Vibrations
2 Experimental Model
2.1 LTFSW Channel
2.2 Apparatus
2.3 Calibration
3 Mathematical Modeling
4 Measurements and Data Analysis
5 Conclusions and Future Scopes
References