Integration of Nanofluids into Commercial Antifreeze Concentrates with ASTM D15 Corrosion Testing
Abstract
Originally five candidates of nano material were chosen for making stable nano dispersions. Nano graphite particles remain a practical choice for nanofluids thermal application after taking divergent performance attributes into full account: significant thermal conductivity increases, minimal viscosity increase, low density for better dispersion stability, and relatively low cost, among others. Three different types of commercial antifreeze coolants were chosen for the integration with graphite nano fluids. Without corrosion inhibitors our nano coolants typically fail both ASTM D15 engine coolant corrosion tests: D1384 and D4340. Yet, heating up and adding in electrolytes are two common ways to destroy a nano particle dispersion. After making adjustments in particle loading, choosing an effective dispersant, and establishing proper dispersant levels, two nano graphite coolants made from two different nano sources passed both engine coolant corrosion tests plus the CID AA-52624A compatibility and storage stability tests. Compared with the base fluid, the nano graphite coolant's thermal conductivity has more than a 25% increase at 2 volume percent particle loading, which is a significant enhancement.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2013
- Accession Number
- ADA579601
Entities
People
- Bridget L. Dwornick
- David E. Turcotte
- Frances E. Lockwood
- Gefei Wu
- James S. Dusenbury
- Jill M. Bramer
- Kelsey L. Turcotte
- Xiurong Cheng
- Ying Yang
Organizations
- United States Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center