Enhancing Heat Transfer in Heating Pipes with Fe3O4 Nanofluid under Magnetic Fields: A Numerical Study
Journal Title: Journal of Sustainability for Energy - Year 2023, Vol 2, Issue 4
Abstract
In this investigation, the enhancement of heat transfer in pipes facilitated by Fe3O4-distilled water nanofluid under the influence of magnetic fields is comprehensively studied. The research primarily focuses on examining the alterations in the thermal boundary layer and fluid flow patterns caused by the application of magnetic fields. It is observed that magnetic fields induce the formation of vortexes, thereby actively influencing the flow patterns within the fluid. These vortexes play a pivotal role in promoting thermal diffusion, resulting in an improved heat transfer rate. The core aim of this study is to quantitatively assess the impact of magnetic nanofluids on the coefficient of heat transfer. A model tube, possessing an inner diameter of 25.4 mm and a length of 210 mm, serves as the basis for the simulations. The investigation encompasses a range of inlet velocities (0.05, 0.1, and 0.5 m/s) and exit pressures to analyze the magnetic field's effect on heat transfer and fluid dynamics. Magnetic flux intensities of one, two, and three Tesla are employed. Notably, the highest temperature of 349 K is recorded in the presence of three magnets, indicating an escalation in temperature with an increase in magnetic strength. However, a diminishing temperature rise is noted over a specified distance with additional magnets. For instance, at a distance of 100 mm, the temperature peaks at 340 K with one magnet, whereas with two magnets, this temperature is attained at a mere 50 mm, suggesting enhanced magnetizer efficiency. Furthermore, the introduction of a magnetic field at the tube's center reveals that high flow velocities tend to counteract the magnetic influence due to their superior force, which impedes the incorporation of metal particles into the fluid. As the magnetic flux value escalates, the nanofluid's magnetic particles either congregate or disperse, thereby obstructing flow and intensifying channel vortices. This phenomenon results in heightened turbulence, instigated by the magnets, which in turn precipitates a rapid increase in fluid flow velocity, thereby impeding the fluid's capacity to adequately absorb heat for efficient heating.
Authors and Affiliations
Asaad Abdulnabi Lazim, Alireza Daneh-Dezfuli, Laith Jaafer Habeeb
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