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Non-Dimensional Optimization of Magnetohydrodynamic Falkner–Skan Fluid Flow

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This paper focuses on the optimized solution of magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) Falkner–Skan fluid flow. To this end, an optimal homotopy analysis method (OHAM) is utilized to solve the governing equation with the corresponding boundary conditions. A convergence and comparison study is also conducted to show accuracy and reliability of the presented OHAM series solution. It is shown that utilizing the OHAM can accelerate convergence of the series solution.

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  1. Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Mashhad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran

    Emran Khoshrouye Ghiasi & Reza Saleh

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Khoshrouye Ghiasi, E., Saleh, R. Non-Dimensional Optimization of Magnetohydrodynamic Falkner–Skan Fluid Flow. INAE Lett 3, 143–147 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41403-018-0043-2

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