Fluid Mechanics and Energy Conversion
A special issue of Machines (ISSN 2075-1702). This special issue belongs to the section "Turbomachinery".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 August 2023) | Viewed by 2388
Special Issue Editors
Interests: thermal fluid science; electrokinetics; experimental fluid mechanics; energy conversion; desalination; microfluidics and micro/nano fabrication
Interests: heat transfer; energy; phonons; neutron and X-ray scattering; soft matter
Interests: experimental fluid dynamics; super-hydrophobic surface; collective behavior
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Dear Colleagues,
Fluid mechanics has wide applications in myriad science and engineering areas, including nuclear engineering, biosystems, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, etc. In particular, fluid mechanics play important roles in numerous energy conversion processes, such as self-powered swimmers, underwater robotics and actuators, electrokinetic energy conversion, solar desalination, nuclear fusion, wind turbines, combustion, propulsion systems, wave energy generators and hydropower. High energy conversion efficiency is a key parameter for improving the performance of these engineering applications. To enhance energy conversion efficiency, it is crucial to understand and investigate the challenges with fluid mechanics involved in these energy conversion processes. Moreover, various novel liquid energy harvesting technologies, such as droplet electricity generator and moisture electricity generator, have recently emerged, generating significant research interest from the scientific community. The significance of fluid-mechanics-related energy conversion and the rapid development of inspired technologies form the foundation of this Special Issue, which aims to provide a collection of the latest research on broad fluid-related energy conversion processes and engineering applications.
Dr. Bei Fan
Dr. Hao Ma
Dr. Hangjian Ling
Guest Editors
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