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Advanced Thermal Performance Analysis of Nanofluids for Enhanced Radiator Efficiency

S Kannadhasan
Associate Professor & HoD, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, India

Keywords: Nanofluids, Thermal performance, Radiator efficiency, Heat transfer enhancement, Pressure drop, Stability analysis, Energy savings, Automotive cooling, Numerical simulation, Experimental study.

Abstract

Efficient heat transfer in radiator systems is essential for the improvement of automotive and industrial cooling performance. This paper expounds on the state of the art in thermal performance of nanofluids, focusing on their feasible elevation of the heat exchanger performance (radiator). Employing a combination of experimental assessments and numerical simulations, the paper systematically focuses on the heat transfer behaviour, pressure drop as well as stability of different nanofluid preparations. Tackling key difficulties, such as nanoparticle agglomeration and high increase of pumping power, the findings reveal superior cooling and efficiency experience with the new coolants. The results in this study indicate that the approach yields both improved cooling performance and reduced energy expenditure, indicating that the usage of nanofluids is a sustainable, viable solution to next-generation radiator design. This contribution establishes a comprehensive paradigm that links the fundamental knowledge with technological applications, which is poised 14 to enable the next generation of thermal management systems.
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2023-12-29
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Vol. 2 No. 4 (2023): IJRTTE - 02 - 04
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