Two-step combustion and ignition of radiative Powell-Eyring fluids with quadratic buoyancy effects under Biot-type convection

Key Points

• Combustion and ignition lead to enhanced energy efficiencies in radiative Powell-Eyring fluids, suggesting potential industrial applications.
• The model indicates that increased buoyancy effects can create variability in ignition points under Biot-type convection conditions.
• Analysis of fluid behaviors under quadratic buoyancy effects reveals intricate interactions impacting heat transfer rates and combustion stability.
• Understanding the dynamics of combustion in these fluids may enable developments in more efficient thermal management systems.