Semi-analytical simulation of chemically reactive Maxwell nanofluid with Cattaneo–Christov heat and mass fluxes.

AbstractThe current study employs the Cattaneo–Christov diffusion law to analyze the thermal tendency of Maxwell nanomaterials flowing over an unsteady stretching sheet. Thermophoretic and Brownian diffusion aspects of nanosolids are incorporated to investigate thermal and nanoparticle’s concentration distribution. Through flow similarities, the governing PDEs (Partial Differential Equations) are articulated into a set of nonlinear ODEs (Ordinary Differential Equations). The homotopy analysis approach, a recognized semi-analytical technique, is implemented to solve these differential equations. Results are presented graphically, revealing that higher magnetic field strengths diminish the flowing field. Temperature and nanosolids concentration distributions escalate with increasing thermal and singular relaxation time phenomena. Furthermore, when nanoparticle concentration decreases and Brownian motion intensifies, the temperature field rises. It is also observed that heightened resistive heating enhances the fluid’s capability to carry thermal energy. Overall, this investigation sheds light on the intricate interplay between several factors influencing the thermal behavior of Maxwell nanomaterials over a stretching board, offering insights into their practical applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]