Case Studies in Thermal Engineering (Jul 2024)
Solar radiation and heat sink impact on fluctuating mixed convective flow and heat rate of Darcian nanofluid: Applications in electronic cooling systems
Abstract
One of the most effective techniques for electronic-cooling devices involves the use of nanofluid, a substance known for its superior heat transfer capabilities. The main challenge in modern production engineering lies in the efficient cooling of electronic devices. Nanofluids have attracted widespread interest in various technical fields due to their exceptional characteristics, which enable effective cooling of electronic devices while improving energy efficiency. In the field of electronic systems, engineers are exploring the potential of nanofluids in a range of applications and phenomena. Choosing the right heat transfer fluid to dissipate heat is crucial in managing electronic component temperatures. This study examines the effects of heat sinks and thermal radiation on the flow of Darcy-Forchheimer nanofluid over a vertical plate, with the aim of enhancing the thermal durability of electronic components. The governing mathematical model has been refined to accurately represent the physical coefficients. To develop a relevant algorithm in the FORTRAN environment, primitive variables are employed in steady-state and oscillatory models, nanomaterial and heat sink. Outputs are presented numerically and graphically using Tecplot 360, revealing that an increase in heat sink capacity leads to a reduction in surface temperature due to the heat sink's ability to absorb excess thermal energy. The use of porous Darcy-Forchheimer material is shown to lower the fluid temperature. The study also shows that the heat transfer rate decreases with an increase in the heat sink coefficient, and the oscillatory frequency of heat transfer reduces with a decrease in the Prandtl number. Decreasing behavior of heat transfer is depicted for maximum thermophoretic factor due to heat sink impact.
