Presentation On CFD 2
Presentation On CFD 2
Presentation On CFD 2
A Computational Journey
CFD nicely and synergistically complements the other two approaches but will never replace either of two.
What is CFD
Since 1940s analytical solution to most fluid dynamics problems was available
for idealized solutions.
Methods for solution of ODEs or PDEs were conceived only on paper due to
absence of personal computers.
CFD is used for design & development, for research and in education.
Hybrid Mesh :
a) Both efficiency and accuracy are enhanced relative to hexahedral or
tetrahedral mesh alone.
Applications
Aerospace engineering: CFD is used to design and optimize aircraft, spacecraft, and missiles. It is
also used to study the flow of air around vehicles, which can help to improve their aerodynamics and
performance.
Automotive engineering: CFD is used to design and optimize car engines, transmissions, and
other components. It is also used to study the flow of air around cars, which can help to improve their
fuel efficiency and performance.
Marine engineering: CFD is used to design and optimize ships, submarines, and other marine
vessels. It is also used to study the flow of water around vessels, which can help to improve their
hydrodynamics and performance.
Mechanical engineering: CFD is used to design and optimize pumps, turbines, and other
mechanical systems. It is also used to study the flow of fluids through bearings and other
components, which can help to improve their performance and durability.
Medical engineering: CFD is used to study the flow of blood and other fluids in the human body
(for ex. Analysis of blood flow through Aneurysm). It is also used to design and optimize medical
devices, such as artificial hearts and stents.
ADVANTAGES
Relatively low cost :
• CFD simulations are relatively inexpensive, and costs are likely to decrease as computers
become more powerful.
Speed :
• CFD simulations can be executed in a short period of time.
Comprehensive information :
• CFD allows the analyst to examine a large number of locations in the region of interest,
and yields a comprehensive set of flow parameters for examination.
Future Developments of CFD
The future of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is looking bright with
the latest advancements in simulation software, hardware, and modeling
techniques.
These advancements have made it possible to simulate more complex
systems and analyze them with greater accuracy than ever before.
One exciting development is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and
machine learning algorithms to improve CFD simulations.
By training these algorithms on large amounts of data, engineers can
create more accurate models and optimize designs faster than
traditional methods.
This has the potential to revolutionize the way we design and test
products, leading to faster innovation and reduced costs.
Challenges and Limitations of CFD
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is a powerful tool for
simulating fluid flow and solving complex engineering problems.
However, it is not without its challenges and limitations.
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