Browsing Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETDs) by Subject "Computational Fluid Dynamics"
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Aerodynamic analysis and design of a solar powered vehicle using CFD
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)The need for solar-powered vehicles is increasing as the threat of depletion of non-renewable energy sources, such as oil, increases. This gives reason for developing electric vehicles powered by renewable energy sources, ... -
CFD analysis of the heat transfer from a self-launch sailplane radiator
(North-West University (South Africa), 2019)A self-launch sailplane is an aircraft equipped with a retractable engine/propeller combination which can take-off on its own power. The engine can also be used to extend flights if necessary. The engine-driven propeller ... -
Characterisation of the effective thermal conductivity in the near wall region of a packed pebble bed
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2021)The effective thermal conductivity is an important parameter that is representative of the overall heat transfer in a packed bed of spheres. An accurate prediction of the effective thermal conductivity is necessary for the ... -
Development of a micro burner for the experimental determination of the net calorific value at constant pressure of pulverised coal
(North-West University (South Africa), 2019)Coal combustion remains the major resource of power generation internationally. Coal consists of different substances, which influence its quality and properties. One such property is the calorific value (CV), which specifies ... -
Investigation into different 1D/3D thermal fluid co-simulation methodologies as applied to HTR system configurations
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2022)The current PhD research focuses on the investigation into different 1D/3D thermal fluid co-simulation methodologies as applied to HTR system configurations. For the modelling and simulation of complex systems, 1D/3D ... -
Investigation into the coupled 1D and 3D numerical modeling of an air-cooled heat exchanger configuration
(North-West University, 2018)One dimensional (1-D) systems CFD can be used to simplify the analyses of thermal-fluid problems with complex geometries as it has the capability to provide quick solutions on fluid dynamics such as pressure changes, ... -
Suction recirculation mitigation in a double-suction centrifugal pump
(2021)Suction recirculation in centrifugal pumps operating at o˙-design conditions is an eventual reality for all centrifugal pumps. Various types of modifications to both the pump impeller and/or volute have been implemented ... -
Wind excitation structure design and evaluation for a vibration pump
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2017)A wind excitation structure was designed, built, tested and experimentally evaluated. This excitation structure was used to drive a vibration pump. The vibration pump excluded any rotating parts. The design entailed that ...