Mingjing Lu^1,2,*, Qin Qian¹, Anhai Zhong¹, Feng Yang¹, Wenjun He¹, Min Li¹

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.10, pp. 2281-2300, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.051594 - 23 September 2024

Abstract Continental shale oil reservoirs, characterized by numerous bedding planes and micro-nano scale pores, feature significantly higher stress sensitivity compared to other types of reservoirs. However, research on suitable stress sensitivity characterization models is still limited. In this study, three commonly used stress sensitivity models for shale oil reservoirs were considered, and experiments on representative core samples were conducted. By fitting and comparing the data, the “exponential model” was identified as a characterization model that accurately represents stress sensitivity in continental shale oil reservoirs. To validate the accuracy of the model, a two-phase seepage mathematical model More >

Xianghua Liu¹, Hai Song¹, Lu Zhao¹, Yan Zheng¹, Neng Yang², Dongling Qiu^2,*

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.10, pp. 2377-2392, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.051418 - 23 September 2024

Abstract The segmented water control technology for bottom water reservoirs can effectively delay the entry of bottom water and adjust the production profile. To clarify the impact of different methods on horizontal well production with different reservoir conditions and to provide theoretical support for the scientific selection of methods for bottom water reservoirs, a numerical simulation method is presented in this study, which is able to deal with wellbore reservoir coupling under screen tube, perforation, and ICD (Inflow Control Device) completion. Assuming the geological characteristics of the bottom-water conglomerate reservoir in the Triassic Formation of the… More >

Shamitha Shetty^1,2, Asha Crasta¹, Sher Afghan Khan^3,*, Abdul Aabid⁴, Muneer Baig⁴

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.10, pp. 2353-2376, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.051059 - 23 September 2024

Abstract The purpose of this work is to shed light on the effect of the pivot position on the surface pressure distribution over a 3D wing in different flight conditions. The study is intended to support the design and development of aerospace vehicles where stability analysis, performance optimization, and aircraft design are of primary importance. The following parameters are considered: Mach numbers (M) of 1.3, 1.8, 2.3, 2.8, 3.3, and 3.8, angle of incidence (θ) in the range from 5° to 25°, pivot position from h = 0.2 to 1. The results of the CFD numerical More >

Christina Khokhryakova^1,*, Konstantin Kostarev², Irina Mizeva³

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.10, pp. 2205-2218, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.051053 - 23 September 2024

Abstract Magnetic fluids, also known as ferrofluids, are versatile functional materials with a wide range of applications. These applications span from industrial uses such as vacuum seals, actuators, and acoustic devices to medical uses, including serving as contrast agents for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), delivering medications to specific locations within the body, and magnetic hyperthermia for cancer treatment. The use of a non-wettable immiscible liquid substrate to support a layer of magnetic fluid opens up new possibilities for studying various fluid flows and related instabilities in multi-phase systems with both a free surface and an interface.… More > Graphic Abstract

Xiao Sun¹, Huifan Huang¹, Yuliang Zhang², Lianghuai Tong^3,*, Xiaowei Xu², Xiaoqi Jia⁴, Litao Ou⁵

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.10, pp. 2251-2264, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.050997 - 23 September 2024

Abstract In order to obtain the transient characteristics of a low-speed centrifugal pump during the start-up and shutdown stages, dedicated experimental tests were conducted with eight different valve opening conditions. The Pearson correlation coefficient was used to reveal the linear correlation between variables. According to the results, the stable rotational speed decreases with increasing valve opening (rotational speed decreases from approximately 1472 to 1453 r/min), while the stable shaft power exhibits an increasing trend (shaft power increases from approximately 0.242 to 0.390 kW). The stable time and zeroing time of each parameter during start-up and shutdown More >

Ibtissam El Aouni, Hicham Labrim, Elhoussaine Ouabida, Ahmed Ait Errouhi, Rachid El Bouayadi, Driss Zejli, Aouatif Saad^*

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.10, pp. 2323-2335, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.050611 - 23 September 2024

Abstract The perfect combination of renewable energy and desalination technologies is the key to meeting water demands in a cost-effective, efficient and environmentally friendly way. The desalination technique by humidification-dehumidification is non-conventional approach suitable for areas with low infrastructure (such as rural and decentralized regions) since it does not require permanent maintenance. In this study, this technology is implemented by using solar energy as a source of thermal power. A seawater desalination unit is considered, which consists of a chamber with two evaporators (humidifiers), a wetted porous material made of a corrugated cellulose cardboard and a… More >

Guowei Feng¹, Qing Li^2,3, Yang Wang^1,*, Nan Lin⁴, Sixi Zha¹, Hang Dong¹, Ping Chen⁵, Minjun Zheng⁶

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.9, pp. 2139-2161, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.053941 - 23 August 2024

Abstract High-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes have gradually become the first choice for gas networks because of their excellent characteristics. As the use of pipes increases, there will unavoidably be a significant amount of waste generated when the pipes cease their operation life, which, if improperly handled, might result in major environmental contamination issues. In this study, the thermal degradation of polyethylene materials is simulated for different pressures (10, 50, 100, and 150 MPa) and temperatures (2300, 2500, 2700, and 2900 K) in the framework of Reactive Force Field (ReaxFF) molecular dynamics simulation. The main gas products,… More >

Yong Wan¹, Li Li¹, Jiaxin Zou¹, Hucheng Xiao², Mengdi Zhu², Ying Su², Jin Yang^2,*

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.9, pp. 1941-1956, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.053910 - 23 August 2024

Abstract Due to the low water-cement ratio of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), fluidity and shrinkage cracking are key aspects determining the performance and durability of this type of concrete. In this study, the effects of different types of cementitious materials, chemical shrinkage-reducing agents (SRA) and steel fiber (SF) were assessed. Compared with M2-UHPC and M3-UHPC, M1-UHPC was found to have better fluidity and shrinkage cracking performance. Moreover, different SRA incorporation methods, dosage and different SF types and aspect ratios were implemented. The incorporation of SRA and SF led to a decrease in the fluidity of UHPC. SRA More >

Olga Vlasova^*

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.9, pp. 2127-2137, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.051202 - 23 August 2024

Abstract The dynamics of rotating hydrodynamic systems containing phase inclusions are interesting due to the related widespread occurrence in nature and technology. The influence of external force fields on rotating systems can be used to control the dynamics of inclusions of various types. Controlling inclusions is of current interest for space technologies. In low gravity, even a slight vibration effect can lead to the appearance of a force acting on phase inclusions near a solid boundary. When vibrations are applied to multiphase hydrodynamic systems, the oscillating body intensively interacts with the fluid and introduces changes in… More >

Kaiyong Hu^1,2,*, Zhaoyi Chen¹, Yunqing Hu¹, Huan Sun¹, Zhili Sun¹, Tonghua Zou^1,3, Jinghong Ning¹

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.9, pp. 2109-2126, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.050773 - 23 August 2024

Abstract The current study focuses on spray cooling applied to the heat exchange components of a cooling tower. An optimization of such processes is attempted by assessing different spray flow rates and droplet sizes. For simplicity, the heat exchanger of the cooling tower is modeled as a horizontal round tube and a cooling tower spray cooling model is developed accordingly using a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software. The study examines the influence of varying spray flow rates and droplet sizes on the heat flow intensity between the liquid layer on the surface of the cylindrical tube… More > Graphic Abstract