Article
Asymptotic Boundary-Layer Solutions for Mixed Convection from a Vertical Surface in a Micropolar Fluid
International Journal of Engineering Science
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-1990
Disciplines
Abstract
Using the theory of micropolar fluids due to Eringen, asymptotic boundary layer solutions are presented to study the combined convection from a vertical semi-infinite plate to a micropolar fluid. Consideration is given to the region close to the leading edge as well as the region far away from the leading edge. Numerical results are obtained for the velocity, angular velocity and temperature distribution. The missing wall values of the velocity, angular velocity and thermal functions are tabulated. Micropolar fluids display drag reduction and reduced surface heat transfer rate when compared to Newtonian fluids.
DOI
10.1016/0020-7225(90)90054-M
Version
Postprint
Publisher's Statement
NOTICE: this is the author’s version of a work that was accepted for publication in International Journal of Engineering Science. Changes resulting from the publishing process, such as peer review, editing, corrections, structural formatting, and other quality control mechanisms may not be reflected in this document. Changes may have been made to this work since it was submitted for publication. A definitive version was subsequently published in International Journal of Engineering Science, 28, 6, (01-01-1990); 10.1016/0020-7225(90)90054-M
Citation Information
Gorla, R., Lin, P., , & An-Jen, Y. (1990). Asymptotic boundary layer solutions for mixed convection from a vertical surface in a micropolar fluid. International Journal of Engineering Science, 28(6), 525-533. doi:10.1016/0020-7225(90)90054-M