Aimad Koulali

ORCID: 0000-0003-0996-8221
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Research Areas
  • Nanofluid Flow and Heat Transfer
  • Heat Transfer and Optimization
  • Heat Transfer Mechanisms
  • Fluid Dynamics and Turbulent Flows
  • Laser-Ablation Synthesis of Nanoparticles
  • Gold and Silver Nanoparticles Synthesis and Applications
  • Fluid Dynamics and Thin Films
  • Combustion and flame dynamics
  • Lattice Boltzmann Simulation Studies
  • Heat and Mass Transfer in Porous Media
  • Fluid Dynamics and Vibration Analysis
  • Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
  • Advanced Drug Delivery Systems
  • Photoacoustic and Ultrasonic Imaging
  • Thermodynamic and Exergetic Analyses of Power and Cooling Systems
  • Innovative Microfluidic and Catalytic Techniques Innovation
  • Ocular Surface and Contact Lens
  • Cyclone Separators and Fluid Dynamics
  • 3D Printing in Biomedical Research
  • Advanced Thermodynamic Systems and Engines
  • Surface Roughness and Optical Measurements
  • Electrohydrodynamics and Fluid Dynamics
  • Advancements in Transdermal Drug Delivery
  • Heat Transfer and Boiling Studies
  • Optical properties and cooling technologies in crystalline materials

Gdańsk University of Technology
2024-2025

Université Mustapha Stambouli de Mascara
2021-2022

University of Béjaïa
2018-2021

Laboratoire de Physique Théorique
2020

MHD nanoliquid convective flow in an odd-shaped cavity filled with a multi-walled carbon nanotube-iron (II, III) oxide (MWCNT-Fe3O4) hybrid nanofluid is reported. The side walls are adiabatic, and the internal external borders of isothermally kept at high low temperatures Th Tc, respectively. governing equations obtained Boussinesq approximation solved using Galerkin Finite Element Method (GFEM). Impact Darcy number (Da), Hartmann (Ha), Rayleigh (Ra), solid volume fraction (ϕ), Heated-wall...

10.1038/s41598-021-02047-y article EN cc-by Scientific Reports 2021-11-22

This work aims to determine how the temperature gradient orientation affects heat exchange between two superposed fluid layers separated by zero wall thickness. The finite volume method (FVM) has been developed solve governing equations of both layers. To achieve coupling layers, flow continuity with no-slip condition at interface was adopted. lower part space is filled a nanofluid while upper pure layer. We have explored cases orientation: parallel gravity forces our system and...

10.3390/coatings11121481 article EN Coatings 2021-12-01

This numerical study is intended for the analysis of thermal convection induced by buoyancy forces generated within a conical annular porous gap. The annulus was vertically positioned, it contains discrete heat source and filled with Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes-Water (SWCNT-H2O) nanoliquid exposed to Lorentz force. To describe medium in question, we have adopted Darcy–Forchheimer model. Galerkin Finite Element Method (GFEM) has been used this predict both hydrodynamic fields physical An...

10.1016/j.egyr.2021.09.071 article EN cc-by-nc-nd Energy Reports 2021-09-27

Abstract Noble metallic nanoparticles (NPs) have shown great potential in the field of sustainable energy. Gold nanorods (AuNRs), known for their size-dependent optical and electrical characteristics, are strong candidates various applications, particularly solar energy conversion. Additionally, AuNRs well-established nanomaterials precision medicine. In this paper, we optimize shape size to maximize light-to-heat conversion based on a validated theoretical model. Utilizing Differential...

10.1038/s41598-025-92007-7 article EN cc-by Scientific Reports 2025-03-19

Achieving a quick temperature increase is burning issue for biophysical applications, like germ inactivation and tumor ablation, energy performances, solar collectors steam generators. Based on the plasmon resonance phenomenon, noble metallic nanoparticles have emerged as promising weapons due to their very high biocompatibility, optical properties, surface-to-volume ratio, increasing conversion allowing maximum be reached faster. This work examines in sandwiched glassy platforms with gold...

10.3390/en17112587 article EN cc-by Energies 2024-05-27

This article focuses principally on the comparison baseline and optimized flow efficiency of final stage an axial turbine operating a gas–steam mixture by applying hybrid Nelder–Mead particle swarm optimization method. Optimization algorithms are combined with CFD calculations to determine flowpaths thermodynamic parameters. The working fluid in this study is steam gas produced wet combustion chamber, therefore new type currently undergoing theoretical research. purpose work redesign examine...

10.3390/en17122816 article EN cc-by Energies 2024-06-07

Abstract In this research, we analyze the magnetohydrodynamics heat act of a viscous incompressible Jeffrey nanoliquid, which passed in neighborhood linearly extending foil. As process, employ alumina <m:math xmlns:m="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML"> <m:mrow> <m:mo>(</m:mo> <m:msub> <m:mi mathvariant="normal">Al</m:mi> </m:mrow> <m:mn>2</m:mn> </m:msub> mathvariant="normal">O</m:mi> <m:mn>3</m:mn> <m:mo>)</m:mo> </m:math> \left({{\rm{Al}}}_{2}{{\rm{O}}}_{3}) as nanoparticles, assuming...

10.1515/phys-2021-0083 article EN cc-by-nc-nd Open Physics 2021-01-01

Purpose In the wake of COVID-19 pandemics, demand for innovative and effective methods bacterial inactivation has become a critical area research, providing impetus this study. The purpose research is to analyze AuNPs-mediated photothermal E. coli . Gold nanoparticles irradiated by laser represent promising technique combating infection that combines high-tech scientific progress. intermediate aim work was present calibration model with respect gold nanorods experiment. study effect initial...

10.1108/hff-04-2024-0252 article EN International Journal of Numerical Methods for Heat &amp Fluid Flow 2024-12-30

This work is focused on corrugated bottoms role as a means to improving heat performance of cavities filled by two superimposed fluid layers. Physical models examined are square with subjected constant flow and sidewalls maintained at cold temperatures. Cavities treated here have been different fluids. Computational code based finite volume method has used solve region equations predict thermal hydrodynamic fields in two-layer system. Interface between fluids was assumed be fixed null...

10.1080/00986445.2021.1976162 article EN Chemical Engineering Communications 2021-09-17

Abstract This study presents a series of numerical simulations conjugate heat transfer within square cavity horizontally divided into two regions by conductive wall. The fluids are subjected to different boundary conditions. Cold fluid ( Pr 1 ) enters the upper part through an inlet h and exits it via outlet 2 ), while lower has been heated from bellow filled with another = 7). finite volume method used predict thermal hydrodynamic mechanisms in both at partition Effect inlet/outlet location...

10.1002/htj.21863 article EN Heat Transfer 2020-07-15

This work present numerical simulation results of mixed convection in lid-driven “T” shallow cavity, filled by two immiscible fluids layers air and Al2O3-water nanofluid. Mixed condition is created the upper wall movement temperature difference between alveolus bottom wall. Hydrodynamic thermal characteristics flow have been predicted solving Navier- Stokes energy equation using finite volume method. Coupling are achieved continuity velocity at interface air-nanofluid. Nano-particle fraction...

10.1051/matecconf/202033001008 article EN cc-by MATEC Web of Conferences 2020-01-01

In this work, we examine the effect geometrical shape of a partition on natural convection two fluid in square cavity. We considered cavity separated equal portions with partition, were filled different fluids. order to predict flow, governing equations problem, has been numerically solved finite volume method. The influence number Rayleigh studied for Ra (10^5 ; 10^6 10^7). focus study impact shape, various cases examined, according amplitude and wavelength. results state, that highest...

10.2139/ssrn.3373169 article EN SSRN Electronic Journal 2018-01-01

Simultaneous use of permeable media and nanoliquid as a heat transfer improvement method has recently captivated great deal attention. The entropy production the Cu-water inside cubic container with heated bottom wavy wall an elliptic inner cylinder were numerically analyzed in this study. is partitioned into two sections: left side filled nanofluid, right same nanofluid. Using FEM to resolve governing equations, rate enclosure loaded homogeneous porous layers investigated for various...

10.1615/jpormedia.2022041002 article EN Journal of Porous Media 2022-01-01

Abstract In this paper, heat transfer induced in smooth and wavy channels the presence of two phases (air steam) was conducted discussed. Two configurations have been studied according to geometrical shape channel walls. The thermal hydrodynamic fields predicted using single‐fluid approach with a solver based on finite volume method. Explicit formulation fluid used track interface between both fluids. mesh treated curvilinear grid. Local Nusselt evolution, isothermal distribution,...

10.1002/htj.22662 article EN Heat Transfer 2022-08-12
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