Front Matter

Abstract

Liquids containing nanometer-sized particles of metals, oxides, carbides, nanotubes etc., are called Nanofluids and have extensive applications as coolants in the electronic, nuclear, and heat treatment industries. The addition of nanoparticles to fluids also enhances the lubricating properties of oils and reduces vehicular emissions. Inspite of being an interesting field, the synthesis and development of nanofluids is hindered by the lack of a thorough understanding of the basic mechanisms of heat transfer, poor stability of nanofluids and lack of agreement between results reported by the scientific community.