Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part N-Journal of Nanomaterials Nanoengineering and Nanosystems
Scope & Guideline
Pioneering Research in Nanomaterials for a Sustainable Future
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Nanofluid Mechanics and Thermal Analysis:
Research on the behavior of nanofluids, including heat transfer, flow dynamics, and thermal stability under various physical conditions, such as magnetic fields and thermal radiation. - Nanocomposite Fabrication and Characterization:
Studies focused on the development, synthesis, and mechanical characterization of nanocomposites, exploring their properties and potential engineering applications. - Tribology of Nanomaterials:
Investigation of friction, wear, and lubrication properties of nanomaterials and nanocomposites, particularly in relation to their application in lubricants and coatings. - Computational Modeling in Nanoengineering:
Utilization of computational methods and simulations to analyze the behavior of nanomaterials and fluids, addressing complex problems in mechanical and thermal dynamics. - Innovative Applications of Nanotechnology:
Exploration of new applications of nanotechnology in fields such as energy, biomedical engineering, and environmental science, focusing on practical implementations of nanomaterials.
Trending and Emerging
- Hybrid Nanofluids:
There is a growing trend toward the study of hybrid nanofluids, which combine multiple nanoparticles to enhance thermal properties and performance in various applications, particularly in heat transfer. - Nanotechnology in Energy Applications:
Research focusing on the application of nanotechnology in energy systems, including solar distillation and energy-efficient coatings, is gaining momentum as sustainability becomes increasingly important. - Advanced Computational Techniques:
There is a notable increase in the use of advanced computational modeling techniques, such as machine learning and multi-scale modeling, to predict the behavior of nanomaterials and optimize their applications. - Bioconvection and Biological Applications of Nanofluids:
Emerging interest in the study of bioconvective flows and the application of nanofluids in biomedical settings, such as drug delivery and medical imaging, indicates a significant shift towards health-related applications. - Tribological Enhancements through Nanoparticles:
Growing research on the enhancement of tribological properties using nanoparticles in lubricants signifies an important trend, as industries seek to improve performance and reduce wear.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Material Studies:
Research focusing on conventional materials without incorporating nanotechnology has become less frequent, as the emphasis shifts towards nanostructured materials that offer enhanced properties. - Basic Fluid Dynamics without Nanomaterials:
Studies that address fluid dynamics purely from a classical perspective, without the integration of nanoscale effects, are diminishing as the field increasingly incorporates nanofluid dynamics. - Static Mechanical Properties of Non-nanostructured Materials:
Research centered solely on the static properties of materials that do not include nanostructures has declined, as the focus moves towards dynamic interactions and behaviors at the nanoscale.
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