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Publication date: 5 February 2025

Tunahan Gunay, Duygu Erdem and Ahmet Ziyaettin Sahin

High surface area-to-volume ratios make nanoparticles ideal for cancer heat therapy and targeted medication delivery. Moreover, ternary nanofluids (TNFs) may possess superior…

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Purpose

High surface area-to-volume ratios make nanoparticles ideal for cancer heat therapy and targeted medication delivery. Moreover, ternary nanofluids (TNFs) may possess superior thermophysical properties compared to mono- and hybrid nanofluids due to their synergistic effects. In light of this information, the objective of this article is to examine the blood-based TNF flow within convergent/divergent channels under velocity slip and temperature jump.

Design/methodology/approach

Leading partial differential equations corresponding to the problem are transformed into a system of nonlinear ordinary differential equations by using similarity variables. The bvp4c code that uses the finite difference method is used to obtain a numerical solution.

Findings

The effect of nanoparticles may change depending on the characteristics of flow near the wall. The properties and proportions of the used nanoparticles become important to control the flow. When TNF was used, an increase in the Nusselt number between 4.75% and 6.10% was observed at low Reynolds numbers. At high Reynolds numbers, nanoparticles reduce the Nusselt number and skin friction coefficient values under some special flow conditions. Importantly, the effects of second-order slip on engineering parameters were also investigated. Furthermore, the Nusselt number increases with increasing shape factor.

Research limitations/implications

Obtained results of the study can be beneficial in both nature and engineering, especially blood flow in veins.

Originality/value

The main innovations of this study are the usage of blood-based TNF and the examination of the effect of shape factor in convergent/divergent channels with second-order velocity slip.

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International Journal of Numerical Methods for Heat & Fluid Flow, vol. ahead-of-print no. ahead-of-print
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0961-5539

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Article
Publication date: 11 February 2025

Faisal, Aroosa Ramzan, Moeed Ahmad and Waseem Abbas

This study aims to develop a neurocomputational approach using the Levenberg–Marquardt artificial neural network (LM-ANN) to analyze flow and heat transfer characteristics in…

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Abstract

Purpose

This study aims to develop a neurocomputational approach using the Levenberg–Marquardt artificial neural network (LM-ANN) to analyze flow and heat transfer characteristics in mixed convection involving radiative magnetohydrodynamic hybrid nanofluids. The focus is on the influence of morphological nanolayers at the fluid–nanoparticle interface, which significantly impacts coupled heat and mass transfer processes.

Design/methodology/approach

This research simplifies a complex system of higher-order nonlinear coupled partial differential equations governing the flow between orthogonal coaxially porous disks into ordinary differential equations via similarity transformations. These equations are solved using the shooting method, and parametric studies are conducted to observe the impact of varying important parameters. The resulting data sets are used to train, validate and test the LM-ANN model, which ensures high predictive accuracy. Machine learning and curve-fitting techniques further enhance the model’s capability to generate detailed visualizations.

Findings

The findings of this study indicate that increased nanolayer thickness (0.4–1.6) significantly improves thermal performance, while changes in the chemical reaction parameter (0.2–1) have a notable effect on enhancing the Sherwood number. These results highlight the critical role of morphological nanolayers in optimizing thermal and mass transfer efficiency in MHD nanofluids.

Originality/value

This research provides a novel neurocomputational framework for understanding the thermal and mass transfer dynamics in MHD nanofluids by incorporating the effects of interfacial nanolayers, an aspect often overlooked in conventional studies. The use of LM-ANN trained on computational data sets enables high-fidelity predictive analysis, offering new insights into the enhancement of thermal and mass transfer efficiency in hybrid nanofluid systems.

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International Journal of Numerical Methods for Heat & Fluid Flow, vol. ahead-of-print no. ahead-of-print
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0961-5539

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Article
Publication date: 14 February 2025

Mohammad A. Gharaibeh, Markus Feisst and Jürgen Wilde

This paper aims to investigate the steady-state creep of the multilayer Silver-Tin transient liquid phase (AgSn-TLP) interconnects of the power modules using experiments and…

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Purpose

This paper aims to investigate the steady-state creep of the multilayer Silver-Tin transient liquid phase (AgSn-TLP) interconnects of the power modules using experiments and constitutive modeling.

Design/methodology/approach

A series of engineered creep tests is executed at different temperatures and stress levels to produce creep strain versus time data. Accordingly, steady-state creep parameters are acquired through nonlinear regressions. Two steady-state creep relations, including hyperbolic sine and power laws, are created, and validated with measured data. Afterwards, numerical studies are executed to examine the thermomechanical response of the AgSn-TLP interconnects compared to other bond materials.

Findings

Generally, the AgSn- TLP interconnections showed higher resistance to the accumulation of creep strains, indicating their potential to perform efficiently in high temperature applications.

Originality/value

This paper models the steady-state creep response of the silver-tin TLP bonds using hyperbolic sine and power laws. These models are important for stress and strain analysis using numerical simulations.

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Multidiscipline Modeling in Materials and Structures, vol. ahead-of-print no. ahead-of-print
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1573-6105

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Article
Publication date: 27 November 2024

Shiyuan Zhang, Xiaoxue Zheng and Fu Jia

The carbon complementary supply chain (CCSC) is a collaborative framework that facilitates internal carbon credit trading agreements among supply chain agents in compliance with…

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Purpose

The carbon complementary supply chain (CCSC) is a collaborative framework that facilitates internal carbon credit trading agreements among supply chain agents in compliance with prevailing carbon regulations. Such agreements are highly beneficial, prompting agents to consider joint investment in emission reduction initiatives. However, capital investments come with inevitable opportunity costs, compelling agents to weigh the potential revenue from collaborative investments against these costs. Thus, this paper mainly explores carbon abatement strategies and operational decisions of the CCSC members and the influence of opportunity costs on the strategic choice of cooperative and noncooperative investment.

Design/methodology/approach

The authors propose a novel biform game-based theoretical framework that captures the interplay of pricing competition and investment cooperation among CCSC agents and assesses the impact of opportunity costs on CCSC profits and social welfare. Besides, the authors also compare the biform game-based collaborative scenario (Model B) to the noncooperative investment scenario (Model N) to investigate the conditions under which collaborative investment is most effective.

Findings

The biform game-based collaborative investment strategy enhances the economic performance of the traditional energy manufacturer, who bears the risk of opportunity costs, as well as the retailer. Additionally, it incentivizes the renewable energy manufacturer to improve environmental performance through renewable projects.

Originality/value

This research contributes significantly by establishing a theoretical framework that integrates the concepts of opportunity costs and biform game theory, offering new insights into the strategic management of carbon emissions within supply chains.

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Industrial Management & Data Systems, vol. 125 no. 2
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0263-5577

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Article
Publication date: 24 December 2024

Lawanya T., Pragya Pandey, Sangeetha S. and Kavitha D.

The current investigation is concerned with the Soret effect along with chemical reaction and radiation on flow of an electrically conductive, viscous fluid through a…

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Purpose

The current investigation is concerned with the Soret effect along with chemical reaction and radiation on flow of an electrically conductive, viscous fluid through a perpendicular plate, which is porous with oscillatory suction. The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of first-order temperature and chemical reaction and the transverse magnetic field characteristics. The closed form of solutions are obtained using the governing equations for concentration, energy and momentum. The perturbation technique was applied to find the result for the velocity field, temperature profiles and concentration distributions. Furthermore, the impact of various nondimensional parameters on fluid flow variables on the temperature field, velocity field and concentration dispersal was analyzed and the results were depicted graphically. Moreover, the skin friction and the rate of mass transfer (local Sherwood number) were analyzed using tables. In this work, an unsteady 2D flow of a laminar, viscid (Newtonian), electrically conducting fluid across a semi-infinite perpendicular permeable plate under motion in its plane (x-axis) embedded in a constant permeable structure was investigated.

Design/methodology/approach

In this work, an unstable 2D flow of a laminar, viscid (Newtonian), electrically conducting fluid across a semi-limitless perpendicular permeable plate under motion in its plane (x-axis) embedded in a constant permeable structure was investigated. The medium is considered to be under a transverse magnetic field with concentrated buoyancy effects. Furthermore, it is considered that no voltage is supplied, which indicates that there is no electrical field. The fluid properties are considered to be uniform. The concentration of the imparting species is considered as C′w at the plate; the concentration of the specimens away from the wall, C′8, is considered to be limitlessly less. The first-order chemical reaction is considered to be seen in the flow. Due to the semi-limitless plane surface considerations, the flow parameters are the functions of y′ and the time t′ only. The oscillatory suction velocity of the fluid at the plate normal to it is v′; initially, the plate relocates with the oscillatory velocity u′, in the direction of x that is in its plane. The pressure gradient is toward the x-axis.

Findings

The analytical solutions were obtained using the above analytical method for a few values of the governing parameters, such as the magnetic parameter (M), the permeability parameter (K), Schmidt number (Sc), chemical reaction parameter (Kr), Grashoff number for the concentration (Gm), Radiation parameter (N), Prandtl number (Pr), Chemical reaction parameter (Kr), Grashof number for heat transfer (Gr) and Heat source parameter (s). The influence of M, K, Sc, Kr, Gm, N, Pr, Kr, Gr and s on the fluid velocity, temperature and the concentration over the semi-infinite porous plate was obtained. Furthermore, the numerical computation was carried out using MATLAB.

Originality/value

In this chapter, the analysis of a free convective flow of a viscid compact, electrically conductive fluid was discussed during its flow through a plate in permeable condition with oscillatory suction with first-order temperature and chemical reaction and the transverse magnetic field. The problem formulation and the results were discussed. The following chapter explain the Soret effect of mass transfer and radiation with heat source on magnetohydrodynamics oscillatory viscoelastic fluid in a channel filled with porous medium.

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Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, vol. 97 no. 2
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1748-8842

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Article
Publication date: 21 January 2025

Graziela Fortunato, Alexia Bergallo, Sérgio Augusto Pereira Bastos and Luiz Eduardo Brandão

This study presents a policy template for managing investment portfolios for the multi-family office (MFO) business that incorporates elements of behavioral finance to outline how…

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Purpose

This study presents a policy template for managing investment portfolios for the multi-family office (MFO) business that incorporates elements of behavioral finance to outline how managers and clients are subject to heuristics and cognitive biases, even in a specific and differentiated environment. The policy for proper portfolio management is grounded in interactivity, dynamism, quality of communication and the relationship between the manager and the client.

Design/methodology/approach

This study presents a policy framework for managing investment portfolios within the MFO sector that integrates behavioral finance principles to highlight how managers and clients are influenced by heuristics and cognitive biases, even in a particular and differentiated environment. This perspective is a defining feature of the study’s originality.

Findings

This approach foreshadows the manager as an educator, presents practical recommendations about behavior and improves the process of decision-making and knowledge regarding their clients’ motivations. That will make managers better at serving and educating them, promoting long-term sustainability.

Originality/value

This study presents a policy template for managing investment portfolios for the MFO business that incorporates elements of behavioral finance to outline how managers and clients are subject to heuristics and cognitive biases, even in a specific and differentiated environment. These elements make this article original.

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Journal of Family Business Management, vol. ahead-of-print no. ahead-of-print
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 2043-6238

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Article
Publication date: 21 January 2025

Roopa K.R., Dinesh P.A., Sweeti Yadav and Oluwole Daniel Makinde

The purpose of this study is to examine how fluid flow and heat transfer are affected by the influence of hybrid nanofluids flowing across a stagnation zone of a stretching curved…

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Purpose

The purpose of this study is to examine how fluid flow and heat transfer are affected by the influence of hybrid nanofluids flowing across a stagnation zone of a stretching curved surface. Stagnation point flow has garnered considerable attention over the past few decades. This is because many technical applications, such as the cooling of nuclear reactors and rotating equipment divisions, rely on stagnation-point flow.

Design/methodology/approach

A thorough analysis is conducted of the impacts of several regulating parameters on fluid flow and thermal performance, including the radiation parameter, heat source parameter, mixed convection parameter, porosity parameter curvature and nanoparticle concentration. The laws governing the field of flow equations are transformed by similarity substitutions into two nonlinear ordinary differential equations, which are then solved numerically using Maple. The MR-Solve technique in the built-in Maple package was used. The MR-Solve technique was used to numerically solve highly coupled ordinary differential equation problems. This approach produced highly precise and consistent results. It also provides the best performance while using a minimum amount of CPU and the shortest phrases.

Findings

The main conclusions of this study show that axial velocity drops, while radial velocity increases as the mixed convection parameter increases. The rate of heat transmission and skin friction is higher for hybrid nanoparticles with volume fraction percentile (0.01–0.03) than for those with volume fraction percentile (0.1–0.3).

Research limitations/implications

Further research on this topic could examine a broader range of parameter values, suction/injection, entropy, mass equation, micropolar fluid, ternary hybrid nanofluid and Newtonian heating flow on a curved stretching surface.

Practical implications

By investigating a novel physical design that combines the various effect with stagnation flow, this study adds value and offers insights and prospective improvements in the discipline of heat fluid mechanics. Mathematical modeling or experimental studies in a variety of multiphysical contexts can be used to achieve this. Heat exchangers, crystalline procedures, microelectronic machines, systems for conserving energy, integrating operations, food manufacturing, climate control, purification and other engineering domains can all benefit from the geometric configurations investigated in this study. The results of this study greatly aid in optimizing thermal performance in a variety of application domains. This study is novel because it compares several volume fraction percentiles.

Originality/value

A stretching curved surface’s stagnation zone is traversed by hybrid nanofluids, offering insights into how curvature affects heat transfer and fluid flow efficiency. The results aid in the design and improvement of the energy transfer efficiencies for a range of commercial and biological purposes. The results offer possibilities for increased efficiency in a range of applications by developing hybrid nanofluid flow control methods and helping to create ideal thermal systems.

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International Journal of Numerical Methods for Heat & Fluid Flow, vol. ahead-of-print no. ahead-of-print
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0961-5539

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Article
Publication date: 23 January 2025

Lakshmi Devaraj, Thaarini S., Athish R.R. and Vallimanalan Ashokan

This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of thin-film temperature sensors (TTS), focusing on the interplay between material properties and fabrication techniques. It…

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Purpose

This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of thin-film temperature sensors (TTS), focusing on the interplay between material properties and fabrication techniques. It evaluates the current state of the art, addressing both low- and high-temperature sensors, and explores the potential applications across various fields. The study also identifies challenges and highlights emerging trends that may shape the future of this technology.

Design/methodology/approach

This study systematically examines existing literature on TTS, categorizing the materials and fabrication methods used. The study compares the performance metrics of different materials, addresses the challenges encountered in thin-film sensors and reviews the case studies to identify successful applications. Emerging trends and future directions are also analyzed.

Findings

This study finds that TTS are integral to various advanced technologies, particularly in high-performance and specialized applications. However, their development is constrained by challenges such as limited operational range, material degradation, fabrication complexities and long-term stability. The integration of nanostructured materials and the advancement of wireless, self-powered and multifunctional sensors are poised to drive significant advancements in this field.

Originality/value

This study offers a unique perspective by bridging the gap between material science and application engineering in TTS. By critically analyzing both established and emerging technologies, the study provides valuable insights into the current state of the field and proposes pathways for future innovation in terms of interdisciplinary approaches. The focus on emerging trends and multifunctional applications sets this review apart from existing literature.

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Sensor Review, vol. 45 no. 2
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0260-2288

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Publication date: 11 February 2025

Angga Septian Prayoga and Dodik Siswantoro

This study aims to examine the relationship between sustainable activities and financial performance under the moderation of the Shariah supervisory board (SSB) of Islamic banks…

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Purpose

This study aims to examine the relationship between sustainable activities and financial performance under the moderation of the Shariah supervisory board (SSB) of Islamic banks (IBs).

Design/methodology/approach

The sample consists of IBs in Asia from 2015 to 2018. Sustainable activities were collected from sustainability and annual reports, while additional data were sourced from Orbis, Thomson Reuters, and Euromonitor. Weighted content analysis measures sustainable activities, and general least square regression was used to test the hypothesis.

Findings

Sustainable activities are positively correlated to IBs’ financial performance in the current and following year. However, the SSB cannot strengthen this relationship.

Practical implications

IBs should integrate sustainable financing or green banking into their strategies and operations, as shareholders are increasingly drawn to investing in banks that demonstrate strong social and environmental responsibility.

Social implications

First, policymakers can improve guidelines related to sustainability in IBs in line with Islamic concepts and perspectives. Second, regulation can optimize the role of SSB in terms of sustainability based on maqasid shariah.

Originality/value

This study examines sustainable activities per the concept of maqasid shariah. Financial performance testing is carried out not only in the current period but also in one subsequent year. Limited research exists in this area, especially with a large sample in the Asian region.

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Journal of Islamic Accounting and Business Research, vol. ahead-of-print no. ahead-of-print
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1759-0817

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Article
Publication date: 24 January 2025

P. Sreedevi, P. Sudarsana Reddy and A.J. Chamkha

This article presents a numerical study of the heat transfer properties of a nanofluid created using engine oil as the common fluid and Fe3O4 nanoparticles within a square cavity…

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Purpose

This article presents a numerical study of the heat transfer properties of a nanofluid created using engine oil as the common fluid and Fe3O4 nanoparticles within a square cavity embedded with porous media using the LTNE model in the presence of a Cattaneo–Christov heat flux. To obtain the governing boundary layer equations, the Boussinesq approximation and Darcy model are employed.

Design/methodology/approach

By applying the Finite Element method, the modeling equations for dimensionless vorticity, stream function and temperature contours with conforming boundary and initial conditions are scrutinized.

Findings

One important finding is that streamlines create a core vortex that is oriented centrally and has longer thermal relaxation times. In contrast, solid state isotherms are hardly affected by growth in thermal relaxation parameter values when compared to fluid state isotherms.

Originality/value

The research work carried out in this work is original and no part is copied from others.

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Multidiscipline Modeling in Materials and Structures, vol. ahead-of-print no. ahead-of-print
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1573-6105

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