الرئيسية – كلية الهندسة – جامعة ميسان
As part of its active scientific presence and keeping pace with advanced research productions, the Faculty of Engineering – University of Maysan participated in discussing a doctoral thesis specializing in refractories at the University of Technology / Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, through the participation of Professor Ahmed Al-Sharaa within the scientific discussion work. The thesis was titled:
Heat Transfer Enhancement of Different Photovoltaic Thermal (PV/T) Configuration Systems Using Mono and Hybrid Nanofluid
The thesis was presented by doctoral student Hussein Madi Hamad, a lecturer in the Department of Petroleum Engineering – College of Engineering – University of Maysan. The study addressed methods for cooling solar cells with the aim of raising the efficiency of photovoltaic panels and extending their operational life, as higher operating levels lead to a reduction in the electrical power produced and a decrease in the overall reliability of the system.
Six different cooling channel configurations were evaluated using ANSYS Fluent software, including a simple channel (reference case), a channel with baffles, and channels with fins at four different inclination angles (30°, 45°, 60°, and 90°).
The simulation included detailed modeling of heat transfer and fluid flow under specific climatic conditions, with flow rates ranging between 9–45 liters per hour. Several influential thermal and hydrodynamic parameters were analyzed, including solar radiation, heat transfer coefficient, pressure, friction coefficient, nanoparticle concentration, and fin geometry. The results showed—based on the thermal performance factor—that the inclination angle of 30° represents the optimal design, achieving an efficiency value of η = 1.59 at a flow rate of 45 l/h compared to 0.2 in the case of a simple channel, thus achieving an effective balance between enhanced heat transfer and acceptable pressure loss.
The discussion committee consisted of:
–Professor Ahmed Abdel Mohamed, Chairman
– Professor Ahmed Kazem Mohamed, Member
– Professor Wissam Abdultaie, Member
–Professor Diaa Ghanem Mutashar, Member
–Professor Ali Lafta Kaid, Member
Under the supervision of:
– Professor Star Jaber Habib
– Assistant Professor Ahmed Abdel Nabi Omran
The Deanship of the Faculty of Engineering – University of Maysan extends its warmest congratulations to the doctoral researcher Hussein Madi Hamad on the occasion of the discussion of his scientific thesis, wishing him continued success in his academic and research career and further scientific contributions that support the Faculty and the university and enhance their presence in the fields of research and development.
The Faculty of Engineering – University of Maysan values the participation of its faculty members in qualitative scientific discussions as a fundamental pillar in supporting the scientific research system and activating the university’s role in knowledge production and application. Such academic participation contributes to the exchange of scientific and methodological expertise, the promotion of a culture of sound academic evaluation, and the enhancement of the quality of theses and dissertations, in addition to establishing channels of cooperation and communication with Iraqi universities. These participations reflect the vitality of the scientific staff and their ability to contribute effectively to the development of research and teaching, strengthening the university’s scientific reputation and supporting paths of academic partnership and knowledge integration.
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Faculty of Engineering – University of Maysan
