Thermal Properties Of Nanofluids

Suspended nanoparticles in conventional fluids, called nanofluids, have been the subject of intensive study worldwide since pioneering researchers recently discovered the anomalous thermal behavior of these fluids. The enhanced thermal conductivity of these fluids with small-particle concentration was surprising and could not be explained by existing theories. Micrometer sized particle fluid suspensions exhibit no such dramatic enhancement. However, some of the results presented in this review revealed that there are no positive findings (enhancement) as reported by other researchers. In addition, this review also presents suggestion for future developments.

Introduction

Experimental Results

Simulation Results

Contradictions

Discussions

Conclusions

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