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A procedure to evaluate the most suitable integrated
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directions may also be mentioned. Please do not make another
abstract.
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us would like to thank ...” Instead, write “This work is Each dimensional symbol must have SI units mentioned at the
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do not make these numerals superscript either in the text or in
the references list. B dimensionless heat source length
The digital object identifier (DOI) should be attached to the CP specific heat, J. kg-1. K-1
end of a reference if the reference has one indeed. You may g gravitational acceleration, m.s-2
k thermal conductivity, W.m-1. K-1 APPENDIX
Nu local Nusselt number along the heat source
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