Modeling the effect of magnetic fields on thermal and hydrodynamic properties of aqueous Fe3O4 nanofluid in laminar pipe flow
摘要
The influence of magnetic fields on the hydrodynamic and thermal transfer properties of Fe3O4-water nanofluid within a horizontal conduit exhibiting a consistent heat flux and laminar flow regime was examined through numerical analysis. Furthermore, several physical characteristics of the nanofluid were examined across diverse volume fractions and magnetic flux densities
Applied magnetic field adds to the energy equation which is known as the Joule effect and another element to the momentum equation known as the electromagnetic force. Application of the magnetic field and Fe3O4 nanoparticle affect the flow of the nanofluid into the piping system and requires an increased energy input. Magnetic field strength and nanofluid concentration greatly enhanced heat transfer, resulting in a higher heat transfer coefficient and a lower pipe wall temperature.