Axisymmetric finite element solution of non-isothermal parallel-plate flow

Steady non-isothermal parallel-plate flow of a Newtonian fluid with a temperature dependent viscosity is considered. The viscosity is modelled by a Nahme type law. We apply axisymmetric Qk finite elements to the coupled nonlinear system to obtain numerical solutions for a wide range of parameters.

• Type: Journal
• Year: 2005
• Where: AMC
• Authors: Shangyou Zhang, David O. Olagunju
• Keywords: AMC 2005, Axisymmetric Qk Finite, Non-isothermal Parallel-plate Flow, Temperature Dependent Viscosity