Review of recent advances in research of nanofluids

doi:10.12028/j.issn.2095-4239.2016.0037

Abstract

Abstract: As an innovative heat transfer fluids, nanofluids attract great attention because of its excellent heat transfer properties. Research progress in thermal conductivity, convective heat transfer, specific heat capacity, shear viscosity, and stability of nanofluids has been systematically discussed. Then the thermal conductivity enhancement mechanism of nanofluids, the influence factors of thermophysical properties and current technical problems are highlighted and discussed. Finally, an outlook for the future development in nanofluids is also given. It is suggested that the combination of the preparation of composite nanomaterials and the properties of nanofluids is a promising approach to enhance the performance of new heat transfer fluids.

Key words: nanofluids, thermal conductivity, convective heat transfer, specific heat capacity; , viscosity, stability

WANG Caixia1, HUANG Yun1, YAO Hua1, YE Feng1, YANG Jun1, DING Yulong2. Review of recent advances in research of nanofluids[J]. Energy Storage Science and Technology, 2017, 6(1): 24-34.

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