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A Review on Nanofluids: Preparation, Stability Mechanisms, and Applications

Wei YuSchool of Urban Development and Environmental Engineering, Shanghai Second Polytechnic University, Shanghai 201209, ChinaHuaqing XieSchool of Urban Development and Environmental Engineering, Shanghai Second Polytechnic University, Shanghai 201209, China
2011en
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Abstract

Nanofluids, the fluid suspensions of nanomaterials, have shown many interesting properties, and the distinctive features offer unprecedented potential for many applications. This paper summarizes the recent progress on the study of nanofluids, such as the preparation methods, the evaluation methods for the stability of nanofluids, and the ways to enhance the stability for nanofluids, the stability mechanisms of nanofluids, and presents the broad range of current and future applications in various fields including energy and mechanical and biomedical fields. At last, the paper identifies the opportunities for future research.

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