Browsing by Author "Karinka, S."

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A comprehensive review on evaporative cooling systems
(Elsevier B.V., 2023) Kapilan, N.; Isloor, A.M.; Karinka, S.
The evaporative cooling system (ECS) is one of the cheapest and oldest cooling technologies. The conventional single stage ECS is most widely used in domestic application, particularly in hot and dry regions. However, in this system, the temperature of the air cannot be reduced below the wet bulb temperature of the air. The multistage ECS system helps to overcome this problem. The combination of direct and indirect ECS helps to reduce the temperature of the air below its wet bulb temperature. The further reduction in air temperature may be achieved with the help of the cooling coil driven by vapour compression system. The energy consumed by the ECS is lower as compared to vapour compression refrigeration system. The ECS can be driven with the help of solar power. The conventional cooling pad used in ECS can be replaced with locally available natural fibers to reduce initial cost and to reduce dependence on import of cooling pads. The performance of the ECS can be improved with the help of heat pipe. Various techniques are used to enhance ECS's performance. The performance of the vapour compression refrigeration system can be improved with the help of ECS. This paper discusses basics and types of ECS, methods used to increase the performance of ECS, types of natural fiber cooling pad material, process variables affecting ECS, recent technical advancements, challenges and opportunities. © 2023 The Authors
Determining the solidification characteristics of Manganese bronze (MAB) alloy using computer-aided cooling curve analysis
(Elsevier Ltd, 2022) Pranesh; Mohammed Anas, S.; Johnson, S.; Jose, R.; Sachin, B.; Cadambi, S.; Vijayan, V.; Karinka, S.
Computer-aided cooling curve analysis (CACCA), known for its reliability and simplicity was used to study the material properties of manganese bronze (MAB) alloy. MAB alloy, due to its high strength and corrosion resistance, is a staple material for marine applications. Since the alloy is difficult to machine, non-heat treatable, and complex to fabricate, casting is the only cost-effective process of producing products of the material. As the literature is scant on the MAB's high-temperature properties, this study is aimed at determining the thermo-physical properties of the alloy required for casting simulation by carrying out Newtonian and Fourier analysis of the recorded temperature of the solidifying alloy from liquidus state. Â© 2022 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
Enhancing mechanical properties of Ti-64 alloy through ECAE: lubricant optimization, microstructural evolution and optimal process parameters
(Springer-Verlag Italia s.r.l., 2025) Castelino, M.R.; Mallikappa, N.; Karinka, S.; Vijayan, V.; Shivananda Nayaka, H.S.; Valder, J.
This study explores the application of Equal Channel Angular Extrusion (ECAE) in enhancing the microstructural and mechanical properties of Ti-64 alloy. Finite Element (FE) analysis validates experimental outcomes, revealing a significant reduction in grain size, improved strength, and hardness. Microstructural analysis indicates dynamic recrystallization, transforming larger alpha (?) grains into smaller ones. Tensile testing demonstrates increased yield and ultimate strength in ECAE-treated specimens due to decreased grain size and heightened dislocation density. Lubricant optimization achieves low friction coefficients (0.02 and 0.04), reinforcing ECAE effectiveness. FE simulations and ANOVA analysis identify influential factors, leading to optimal parameter combinations. Isothermal ECAE successfully reduces grain size, resulting in substantial improvements in yield strength, ultimate strength, and hardness. These findings highlight ECAE's efficacy in enhancing the mechanical properties of Ti-64 alloy, with specific applications in biomaterials, particularly dental implants and bone support, as well as aerospace fasteners, where Ti-64 contributes to increased fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and enhanced structural integrity. © The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag France SAS, part of Springer Nature 2024.