Cfd/aerodynamics 4th yr project help

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In summary, the speaker is a final year aerospace engineering student seeking ideas for their final year project. They are interested in aerodynamics and CFD and are hoping for help from others. They also mention a potential project idea involving high speed airflow over static surfaces and the potential benefits for aircraft operating near urban environments. They also suggest the use of CFD for problem solving and give an example of compressible gas mixing.
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hey all

I am a student of final year of ungrad in aerospaec enginering.

i would lyk to know some ideas about choosing a final year project ;
my interests are in
aerodynamics
and CFD.



kindlyy would friend over here would help me in dis regard.

i would feel happy in receiving your emails in my mail box also. regarding this


email :

swatinarang04@gmail.com

thanks
 
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I believe there's a an untapped area of study relating to high speed airflow over static surfaces - i.e. exhaust gas out of a turbine engine. Being able to silence such devices presents advantages for aircraft operating near urban environments.

supersonic flight has had a lot of recent attention with the attempt to "silence" the sonic boom via aerodynamics.

Hope this helps.
 
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I think any project with CFD is a good choice due to its problem solving power and wide range of applicability. Compressible gas mixing would be an example.
 

1. What is CFD and how is it used in aerodynamics?

CFD, or computational fluid dynamics, is a computer-based simulation technique that is used to analyze the flow of fluids, such as air, around objects. In aerodynamics, CFD is used to study the behavior of air around aircraft, vehicles, and other objects in motion. It allows for the prediction of aerodynamic forces and moments, as well as the visualization of flow patterns and the identification of potential design improvements.

2. What are the main steps in a CFD/aerodynamics project?

The main steps in a CFD/aerodynamics project typically include problem definition, geometry creation, mesh generation, boundary condition specification, solver selection and setup, analysis and post-processing of results, and validation against experimental data. It is important to thoroughly understand the problem and have a well-defined methodology before beginning the project.

3. What software and programming languages are commonly used in CFD/aerodynamics projects?

Some commonly used software for CFD and aerodynamics analysis include ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, and STAR-CCM+. These programs have user-friendly interfaces and offer a wide range of tools for geometry creation, mesh generation, and post-processing. As for programming languages, knowledge of languages such as Python, Fortran, and C++ can be helpful for customizing simulations and automating repetitive tasks.

4. How important is validation in a CFD/aerodynamics project?

Validation is a crucial step in any CFD/aerodynamics project as it ensures the accuracy and reliability of the results. This involves comparing the simulated results with experimental data or benchmark cases to verify the accuracy of the simulation. It is important to select appropriate validation cases and to thoroughly understand the limitations of the simulation in order to properly validate the results.

5. What are some common challenges faced in CFD/aerodynamics projects?

Some common challenges in CFD/aerodynamics projects include creating an accurate and efficient mesh, selecting appropriate boundary conditions, and ensuring the convergence of the simulation. Complex geometries and turbulent flows can also pose challenges in accurately capturing the flow behavior. It is important to have a good understanding of the physics involved and to carefully validate the results to overcome these challenges.

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