Numerical study of hybrid nanofluid and thermal transport in sun-powered energy ship within the application of parabolic trough solar collectors
Multidiscipline Modeling in Materials and Structures
ISSN: 1573-6105
Article publication date: 13 September 2024
Issue publication date: 28 October 2024
Abstract
Purpose
Recent advancements in technology have led to the exploration of solar-based thermal radiation and nanotechnology in the field of fluid dynamics. Solar energy is captured through sunlight absorption, acting as the primary source of heat. Various solar technologies, such as solar water heating and photovoltaic cells, rely on solar energy for heat generation. This study focuses on investigating heat transfer mechanisms by utilizing a hybrid nanofluid within a parabolic trough solar collector (PTSC) to advance research in solar ship technology. The model incorporates multiple effects that are detailed in the formulation.
Design/methodology/approach
The mathematical model is transformed using suitable similarity transformations into a system of higher-order nonlinear differential equations. The model was solved by implementing a numerical procedure based on the Wavelets and Chebyshev wavelet method for simulating the outcome.
Findings
The velocity profile is reduced by Deborah's number and velocity slip parameter. The Ag-EG nanoparticles mixture demonstrates less smooth fluid flow compared to the significantly smoother fluid flow of the Ag-Fe3O4/EG hybrid nanofluids (HNFs). Additionally, the Ag-Ethylene Glycol nanofluids (NFs) exhibit higher radiative performance compared to the Ag-Fe3O4/Ethylene Glycol hybrid nanofluids (HNFs).
Practical implications
Additionally, the Oldroyd-B hybrid nanofluid demonstrates improved thermal conductivity compared to traditional fluids, making it suitable for use in cooling systems and energy applications in the maritime industry.
Originality/value
The originality of the study lies in the exploration of the thermal transport enhancement in sun-powered energy ships through the incorporation of silver-magnetite hybrid nanoparticles within the heat transfer fluid circulating in parabolic trough solar collectors. This particular aspect has not been thoroughly researched previously. The findings have been validated and provide a highly positive comparison with the research papers.
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Acknowledgements
This research has been funded by the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia project number “DIP-2023-005”.
Author Contributions: A.M.O: Conceptualization, Methodology, Software, Formal analysis, Validation; Writing – original draft. T.M: Writing–original draft, Data curation, Investigation, Visualization, Validation. A.I: Conceptualization, Writing–original draft, Writing–review & editing, Supervision, Resources. J.K.M; S.H.A.M: Validation, Investigation, Writing–review & editing, Formal analysis; Project administration; Funding acquisition. U.K; E.O.F: Writing–review & editing, software; Data curation, Validation, Resources. G.A.Al-T and W. S have only contributed in the part of resources and writing & editing. Their contributions to the original submission were minimal, almost negligible. Therefore, with their permission, we have removed their names.
Data Availability Statement: The datasets used and/or analyzed during the current study are available from the corresponding author based upon reasonable request.
Conflict of interest: There is no conflict of interest.
Citation
Obalalu, A.M., Fatunmbi, E.O., Madhukesh, J.K., Shah, S.H.A.M., Khan, U., Ishak, A. and Muhammad, T. (2024), "Numerical study of hybrid nanofluid and thermal transport in sun-powered energy ship within the application of parabolic trough solar collectors", Multidiscipline Modeling in Materials and Structures, Vol. 20 No. 6, pp. 1148-1179. https://doi.org/10.1108/MMMS-05-2024-0113
Publisher
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