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RISSynergistic Effect of J-Shape Airfoil on the Performance of Darrieus-Type Straight-Bladed Vertical Axis Wind Turbine
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: Darrieus-type straight-bladed vertical axis wind turbines (SB-VAWTs) are more appropriate for generating electricity than other VAWTs mostly suitable for regions having low to medium wind speed. The installation of SB-VAWTs ...
Dynamic Calibration of a Coaxial Thermocouples for Short Duration Transient Measurements
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: Coaxial thermocouple sensors are suitable for measuring highly transient surface heat fluxes because the response times of these sensors are very small (∼0.1 ms). These robust sensors have the flexibility of mounting ...
Failure Strain and Fracture Prediction During Shock Tube Impact Forming of AA 5052-H32 Sheet
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The present study deals with both numerical and experimental evaluation of failure strain and fracture pattern during shock tube impact forming of 1.5 mm thick AA 5052-H32 sheet. A hemispherical end nylon striker is propelled ...
Greenhouse Gas Mitigation Potential Through Clean Energy for Cement Production in India
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: A preliminary approach has been made to assess the concentrated solar energy applications in cement production as well as greenhouse gas mitigation potential. The work starts with identification of processes that utilize ...
Soft Computing Model for Inverse Prediction of Surface Heat Flux From Temperature Responses in Short-Duration Heat Transfer Experiments
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: Aerodynamic experiments in the high-speed flow domain mainly rely on precise measurement of transient surface temperatures and subsequent quantification of heat flux. These experiments are primarily simulated in high-enthalpy ...
Thin Film Gauges Using Carbon Nanotubes as Composite Layers
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: Measurement of transient temperature and heat flux has attained enormous importance with the recent advancement in technology. Certain situations demand transient measurements to be performed for extremely short durations ...
Dimethyl Ether and Liquefied Petroleum Gas Co-Fumigation and Oxidation Catalyst Exhaust Aftertreatment: A Synergy for Improvement of Thermal Efficiency and Emissions in a Dual-Fuel Engine
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: Gaseous hydrocarbon (HC) fuels or alcohols can partially replace diesel in compression ignition engines through the dual-fuel mode of combustion. However, such dual-fuel mode faces the challenges of high carbon monoxide ...
Transient Response Characteristics and Performance Assessment of a Calorimetric Surface Junction Probe Under Impulsive Thermal Loading
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The measurement of surface temperatures in highly unsteady flow environments is a challenging task pertaining to the need for high-frequency sensors. This paper contains the sequential activities related to a fast response ...
Aerodynamic Design and Wind Tunnel Tests of Small-Scale Horizontal-Axis Wind Turbines for Low Tip Speed Ratio Applications
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: In recent times, the application of small-scale horizontal axis wind turbines (SHAWTs) has drawn interest in certain areas where the energy demand is minimal. These turbines, operating mostly at low Reynolds number (Re) ...
Impact Forming of AA5052-H32 Sheets With Friction Stir Spot Welds Using a Shock Tube and Failure Assessment
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: In this present study, both the experimental and numerical investigations are carried out to understand the formability of AA 5052-H32 sheets of 1.5 mm thickness with friction stir spot weld (FSSW). A shock tube experimental ...